Irish folklore creatures

The púca (Irish for spirit/ghost), pooka, phouka, phooka, phooca, puca or púka is primarily a creature of Celtic folklore. Considered to be bringers both of good and bad fortune, they could either help or hinder rural and marine communities.The Púca can have dark or staunch white fur or hair. The creatures were said to be shape changers which could take the appearance of horses, goats, cats, dogs, and hares. They may also take a human form, which includes various animal features, such as…

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Illustrated map of the Mythical Beasts of Ireland

Phookas are creatures mentioned in Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You. This mischievous and roguish trickster can appear in the form of a horse, rabbit, goat, dog or sometimes even a human. But no matter what form the Phooka takes, its fur is almost always dark. In horse form, a Phooka will lure humans to ride on its back. Unlike a Kelpie, however, the Phooka will not do the rider any real harm but will take the unfortunate person on a wild and terrifying...

Irish Banshee - Harbinger of Death

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What is Cù-Sìth? Cù-Sìth(e) (pronounced Koo-Shee) are mythological creatures in Irish (spelt cú sídhe), Scottish and Celtic folklore and mythology. The creature is also considered like the Cwn Annwn in Welsh mythology. I would also say it sounds like Hellhounds. #celtic #celticmythology #mythology #scottish #irish #welsh #IsleofMan #Brittany #Cornwall #fey #fae #fairy #faerie #faeriedog #fairydog #dog #mythicaldog #CùSìth #cusith

mythological goat is, as you can see, a unique combination of a goat's head and a human body🦄

Beware the waters of Scotland’s lochs and rivers, for you might encounter the Kelpie! 🐴✨ This legendary shape-shifting water spirit often appears as a majestic horse, luring unsuspecting travelers to climb onto its back. Once mounted, victims are dragged into the watery depths, never to be seen again. Some tales describe Kelpies taking human form, blending into crowds near the water's edge. Mysterious, powerful, and hauntingly beautiful, Kelpies are a warning to respect nature's wild…

Celtic War Goddess Morrigan