![]() ![]() Yet more recent sightings of these legendary Scottish monsters indicate that not everything can be explained away by modern science. Nowadays, we might understand that a loud rumble from the sky is thunder and not some ancient angry beast. Ancient Scots were curious about the world around them and their fantastical explanations of natural phenomena often involved the creation of mythical creatures with amazing powers. Scottish mythical monsters have always been a fascinating part of the rich history and folklore of the land. I have even sailed down Loch Ness in search of the most famous Scottish mythical creature of them all! Scottish Mythical Creatures As kids, we were surrounded by forests, mountains and the sea, which to our young imaginations contained all manner of beasts. Growing up in Wick, in the Scottish Highlands, I was aware of local legends, like the selkie’s grave in Castletown, from a very young age. ![]() This list of Scottish mythical creatures comes from my bestselling book Scottish Legends: 55 Mythical Monsters and gives snippets and a peek inside the book, revealing the hidden past and origins of these amazing folktales. ![]()
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