Several dragons have lived on the coast of Ethiopia. These huge monsters were reported to be twenty cubits in length (over 30 ft. long) and had two or sometimes four wings. These dragons were both feared and held in awe for their skill at killing elephants. When the coastal supply of food was exhausted the dragons would search further afield for nourishment. Four or five dragons would twist themselves together like a rope before setting off to Arabia.

The Dracontias stone is derived from the brain of a living Ethiopian dragon. This magical stone could make a house prosperous and healthy. It was necessary to prepare a special drugged grass to fool the dragon into eating.