Dragon (Greek δρ δκων) is a collective name uniting a number of mythological and fantastic creatures. The word "dragon" is used in the names of some real species of vertebrates, mainly reptiles and fish. The image of the dragon is widespread in fantasy, and is also used in feng shui, in horoscopes (year of the Dragon) and astronomy. Originating in antiquity, the dragon is one of the most popular modern multicultural realities, and interest in it is currently growing (“dragon boom”