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In Norse mythology, a Brunnmigi (Old Norse pees in a well) is a monstrous spirit infamous for defiling wells, often by urinating in them, causing drought or sickness in humans and animals alike . It is also a kenning applied to foxes.
Description
Brunnmigi is described as an unnaturally large fox or hybrid-creature.
Stories
Brunnmigi were encountered by King Hjörleifr in Hálfs saga ok Hálfsrekka and, as recorded in the Prose Edda þulur.