In the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome, the harpies were a group of animal-human hybrid monsters like the sirens and the sphinx.

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Think cats are only famous for Instagram selfies and lounging on keyboards? Well, think again. Humans have been fascinated by them for thousands of years, and the reasons are far more interesting than ...

Archaeologists discovered a rock painting of an animal from at least 200 years ago in South Africa that may match with fossils found in the area. The art depicts a horned serpent that may be a ...

"Japanese folklore is teeming with transient beings that lurk in the shadows" — Indya Burke delves into the continued cultural relevance of the Yōkai.

Folklore refers to traditional beliefs, customs, art forms and stories of a particular culture or group that are often passed down through generations. Legends of folklore may also contain tales of ...