Talk:Merfolk Physiology/@comment-173.212.111.124-20120216030852

In Harry Potter, The term "Merpeople" is an umbrella term. There are several distinct sub-species around the world. Sirens of Greece are the earliest recorded Merpeople, and are often depicted in Muggle literature and paintings as beautiful women who sing to lure sailors to their deaths. The Selkies of Scotland, and the Merrows of Ireland, are less pleasing to the eye. However, despite their physical differences, they all retain their love of music