The 'Therian' phenomenon draws dozens of teenagers to central Girona

A viral TikTok call brings together youths identifying as animals at Miquel Santaló Square without incidents.

Generic image of a gathering of young people in a public square with mobile phones.
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Generic image of a gathering of young people in a public square with mobile phones.

A gathering of young people identifying as therians sparked significant interest this Tuesday afternoon at Miquel Santaló Square in Girona, attracting curious onlookers and local authorities.

The meeting, organized via TikTok, brought together dozens of teenagers in front of the Hotel Carlemany. The event turned into a spontaneous gathering of young people, many of whom attended out of curiosity to witness the atmosphere and record content for social media.
Officers from the Girona Municipal Police and the Mossos d'Esquadra monitored the situation on-site. No incidents were reported, and the gathering remained peaceful throughout the afternoon despite the large number of attendees.
The therian community consists of individuals who identify with non-human animals. This identity is often expressed through behaviors, instincts, or aesthetic accessories such as masks and tails, a trend that has seen a significant rise in popularity on digital platforms like Instagram.