The Kelpie - Shapeshifting Horse from Scottish Mythology

The Kelpie - Shapeshifting Horse from Scottish Mythology

Author: Raconteur January 30, 2021 Duration: 3:40

The Kelpie is a terrifying water spirit from Scottish Mythology that most commonly takes the form of a beautiful black horse. The Kelpie is famed for luring it's prey towards the water then drowning and devouring them. Be careful next time you visit the Lochs of Scotland...

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