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Therian trend: Masked youth identifying as animals gather in Buenos Aires
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Therian trend: Masked youth identifying as animals gather in Buenos Aires

Euronews · Feb 27, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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Teenagers in Buenos Aires identifying as “therians” are going viral on social media, prompting mixed public reactions from mental health professionals.

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Updated: 27/02/2026 - 10:22 GMT+1 Teenagers in Buenos Aires identifying as “therians” are going viral on social media, prompting mixed public reactions from mental health professionals. A growing number of teenagers in Buenos Aires are identifying as “therians,” individuals who say they connect mentally or spiritually with non-human animals. Gatherings in public parks show participants wearing animal masks, moving on all fours, or forming social “packs.” The trend has surged on TikTok, where #therian has surpassed 2 million posts, with Argentina leading engagement in Latin America. While some participants describe it as identity-based, others see it as performance or enjoyment. The movement has sparked debate online, with psychologists weighing in on its social impact.

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