Mythical creatures

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  1. 2. This creature from Greek mythology had the head, wings, and talons of an eagle, and the body of a lion
  2. 5. This supernatural being from Irish folklore is said to wail and keen to warn of an impending death
  3. 7. This half-human, half-fish creature from folklore is often associated with beauty and is said to lure sailors to their deaths with their enchanting voices
  4. 10. In Greek mythology, this creature had hair made of living snakes and the power to turn anyone who looked at it to stone
  5. 12. This Yiddish term refers to a malicious possessing spirit in Jewish folklore, often associated with tragedy and torment.
  6. 13. In Irish mythology, these small, mischievous beings are known for their wealth and their penchant for trickery. They are often depicted wearing green and hiding their gold at the end of a rainbow
  7. 15. This malevolent spirit from Southeast Asian mythology is said to be the ghost of a woman who died during childbirth and is known for its blood-curdling scream
  8. 16. This undead creature from Haitian folklore is often depicted as a mindless, reanimated corpse that feeds on human flesh
  9. 18. This mythical creature sucks blood to survive and is often associated with bats and garlic
  10. 19. This mythical creature from many cultures is often depicted as a large, fire-breathing lizard with wings and a long, serpentine tail
  11. 20. This creature from Greek mythology had the head of a bull and the body of a man and was said to dwell in a labyrinth
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  1. 1. This elegant horse-like creature from mythology is known for its single spiraled horn and is often associated with purity and grace
  2. 3. In European legend, this serpent-like creature had the power to turn people to stone with a single glance
  3. 4. In Greek mythology, these half-human, half-horse creatures were known for their skill in archery and their love of wine
  4. 6. This mythical bird from Greek mythology was known for its ability to rise from its own ashes, symbolizing rebirth and renewal
  5. 8. This mythical creature is said to be a human that transforms into a wolf during a full moon and is often depicted as a ferocious beast
  6. 9. This mischievous creature from folklore is often depicted as small, ugly, and prone to causing trouble or harm to humans
  7. 11. In Greek mythology, this many-headed serpent was known for its regenerative abilities and was a formidable opponent for many heroes
  8. 14. This mythical creature from Greek mythology had the head of a lion, body of a goat, and tail of a serpent
  9. 17. Also known as Sasquatch, this legendary creature is said to inhabit the forests of North America and is characterized by its large, hairy body