There are many mythological creatures in Greek mythology. These creatures included Merpeople and Colchian dragons. Continue reading if you are interested in the mythological creatures of Greek mythology. You'll be stunned! These are some facts about these animals.
Minotaur
Many mythological creatures from Greek history have made an appearance, including the Minotaur. Minotaur's name derives its Greek roots from Minos and "taur," which means "bull". Minotaur also had Asterion as his first birth name. This was a reference to Taurus the bull constellation. Minotaur is feared by Greek mythology because of its terrifying appearance.
Colchian dragon
The mythological Colchian Dragon was a creature from mythology that was first mentioned in ancient Greek mythology. It guarded and was a giant serpent. It is said to be poisonous and large, but it is not clear how it kills its prey. However, the story states that the dragon died after being killed by Medea.
Three-headed dog
Cerberus was the three-headed dog of Greek mythology. It guarded the Underworld Gates and was a terrifying beast. It was described as having a snake tail, snake hair, and lion claws. Euripides writes that Heracles was sent to rescue Cerberus from Hades. Hades asked Heracles to use only his weapons against the three-headed dog, and Heracles did so.
Merpeople
In ancient Greek mythology merpeople were attractive female figures who lured men to the water and luring them to their deaths. They were also known as sirens. These creatures sang seductive songs to lure men into their graves and swam across the ocean. While the Christian church frowned upon this practice, some ancient Greek authors attributed merpeople to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and pleasure.
Erymanthian boar
The mythological Erymanthian boar was an enormous boar with a wild and untamed nature. This boar was seen living in the glens of Erymanthus, Lampeia, and Erymanthus.
Colchian lion
The Colchian Dragon, a giant fire-breathing serpent, was the guardian of the Golden Fleece in Greek mythology. Jason, a Greek hero, wanted the Golden Fleece. Later, the Argonauts took it. Jason and the Argonauts come across the dragon in the story. A witch named Medea helped Jason defeat the dragon and put it to sleep.
Amazonian warriors
Amazonian warriors are mythological creatures that lived in the ancient world. Although they were unknown in Greek mythology, their legends have survived. They were feared, revered and avoided.