Banshee

A banshee is a female spirit in Irish folklore who announces the death of a family member by making a loud and mournful cry.

The word banshee comes from the Irish bean sí, meaning "woman of the fairy mound".

They are often associated with ancient and noble families, and some legends say they can take different forms, such as a young maiden, an old woman, or a crow.

Banshees are not evil, but rather they express sorrow and sympathy for the dying person and their relatives.

A banshee is a female spirit in Irish folklore who announces the death of a family member by making a loud and mournful sound.

There are different descriptions of how a banshee looks like, depending on the region and the source.

Here are some common features of a banshee's appearance:

• She has long, flowing hair, which she often combs with a silver comb.
• Banshee wears a grey cloak over a green dress, and her eyes are red from crying.
• She may also appear as a young and beautiful woman, or an old and ugly hag, depending on the family she is attached to.
• This spirit may also take the form of an animal, such as a crow, a weasel, or a hare, with a human voice.

A banshee is not always seen, but her wailing is heard, especially at night or before dawn.

She usually appears near the house or the place where the person is going to die.

Some families of Irish descent, especially those with a noble or ancient lineage, are said to have their own banshees.

A banshee is a fascinating and mysterious figure in Irish mythology and culture.

She is not evil, but rather a messenger of fate and a symbol of the connection between the living and the dead.