Bu Darya
Bu Darya, meaning Father of the Sea in Arabic, is a malevolent water demon from Kuwaiti and Persian Gulf maritime folklore. This sea-dwelling entity is feared by sailors and fishermen across the Gulf region, blamed for shipwrecks, drownings, and the mysterious disappearance of those who venture too far from shore. The legend of Bu Darya reflects the dangers of life at sea for Gulf pearl divers and fishermen, serving as a supernatural explanation for the many lives lost to the waters of the Arabian Gulf