Hi, it’s Katrina! From homely old women who forewarn of impending doom to monsters that flood villages and mermaids who lure foolish men to their untimely ends, here are 10 creatures from Welsh mythology.

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10. Llamhigyn Y Dwr
The Llamhigyn Y Dwr, known as the Water Leaper, is a malicious creature that dwells in swamps, ponds, rivers, and lakes. It resembles a gigantic, toad-like creature with bat wings in place of its forelegs and a serpent’s tail with a stinger at the end. The creature prefers to travel by jumping and gliding across the water with the help of its wings, ergo the name water leaper.

9. Adar Llwch Gwin
The Adar Llwch Gwin are large, magical birds similar to the legendary griffin, whose name derives from Welsh words meaning “dust” and “wine.” Or powdered wine,which might come from the color of the animal, or maybe, as they say, the condition of the story teller.

8. Tylwyth Teg
“Tylwyth Teg” is the most commonly-used Welsh term for the “fairy folk,” which are blonde, blue-eyed, human-like creatures who dwell primarily underground and in rivers and streams.

7. Coblynau
The Coblynau are one of the five types of Tylwyth Teg. These fairy of the mines are gnome-like creatures who guide miners to rich veins of ore in Wales and at Welsh settlements in North America by using a peculiar knocking sound. They dress in miniature mining uniforms and work tirelessly, but never complete their tasks.

6. Afanc
Also known as Addanc, the Afanc is a demonic lake monster variously described as resembling a crocodile, or dwarf-like creature, depending on the story. Some believe it’s the Welsh equivalent of the Scottish Loch Ness monster.

5. Gwyllgi
Also called the “Dog of Darkness” or “The Black Hound of Destiny,” the Gwyllgi is a huge, terrifying canine that appears as a black wolf or a mastiff, with bright red eyes, shaggy fur, and pungent breath.

4. Morgen
Morgens are eternally youthful, diabolical female water spirits who drown unsuspecting men by luring them into the water with their beauty or with visions of scenic underwater gardens containing crystal and gold buildings. People also blame Morgens for causing heavy flooding that destroys crops and villages.

3. Ceffyl Dŵr
Ceffyl Dŵr is a water horse and shapeshifter with flying abilities who inhabits various water bodies, including the seaside and mountain pools, while favoring waterfalls the most. Despite appearing solid, he can quickly dissipate into mist and can assume other forms, including a frog and, in some cases, a human.

2. Ddraig
Y Ddraig, or the Red Dragon, symbolizes all things Welsh and appears on the flag of Wales, which is rumored to be the world’s oldest flag representing a united country. It’s commonly depicted standing on one foot against a green and white background, although there are variations of the dragon’s image, as it’s a centuries-old symbol that has changed over time.

1. Cyhyraeth
The Cyhyraeth is similar to the Irish Banshee. It’s a ghastly spirit who is never seen, but is plenty heard, warning people of impending doom with an eerie, disembodied moan. This unbearable groaning is said to resemble the suffering of someone who’s tragically ill and repeats three times to caution others that a person will soon meet their end, with each cry successively growing weaker.

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