Puana is a snake god in the Mythology of the Yaruro people from Venezuela. He, along with Itcai the Jaguar, is responsible for creating the earth and water. He is also credited with teaching Kuma, the mother goddess, the correct way of becoming pregnant.
References
- Leeming, David (2010). Creation Myths of the World: An Encyclopedia, Volume 1. ABC-CLIO. pp. 281–282. ISBN 9781598841749.
- Bartlett, Sarah (2009). The Mythology Bible: The Definitive Guide to Legendary Tales. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. p. 238. ISBN 9781402770029.
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