Begflisbug is a god.

It takes the form of a large, confident otter.

Begflisbug created humanity two thousand years ago.

If you believe in Begflisbug, it will give you great power.

If you do not believe in Begflisbug, it will attempt to scare you with thunder.

Begflisbug's most sacred site is Pedraza in Spain.

Begflisbug's Holy Commandments

1. Never talk about bacteria.

2. Never eat green fruit.

3. Erect a giant fawn sculpture of Begflisbug in the centre of the settlement.

4. Never write about horizontal gene transfer.

5. Always make a point of helping unfortunate sharks.