Top 20 Terrifying Female Creatures From Myths And Legends 

Which of these female creatures gives you the shivers?

The one with the surgical mask became much more scary recently because now she can hide in plain sight

The Slit-Mouth Woman is one of my favorite stories. There are ways you can escape her unharmed. One way is if she ask you if she's pretty, just tell her you're busy. Thanks to Japanese etiquette, she'll have no choice but to let you go. She may be a monster but she still has manners.

The Banshee in Irish myth is a good thing she fore warns the family of a member who will die. Giving time to say goodbye and settle their affairs.

I was expecting La Llorona...

The “Aswang” should’ve been more specific, as it literally translates to monster. It could have been “Manananggal” to be more specific and a better entry to the list.

We need a part 2

#1: Mother-In-Law Everyone I've asked has said they love their mother-in-law, but there must exist some being out there that has terrified all spouses.

Holy shit, someone call a witcher

Scylla has creeped me out ever since I first learned of her from reading 'The Adventures of Ulysses' in 6th grade. Jenny Greenteeth is nightmare- fuel. I"m glad that Kuchisake- Onna made the list. I heard about her in a monster book once, she sounds so grisly, yet seems like she often goes overlooked on lists like this.

Poor Scylla. She was a nymph in a love triangle with a god and a witch, she had no way out.

I was hoping to see some clips from Grimm at least for Aswang. 😜 Also didn't see a clip with Todd Haberkorn in this list. Hehehe.

You know I once chanted Bloody Mary into a mirror, and nothing happened And I didn’t know if I should’ve been glad or sad

As a Filipino, thank you for pronouncing 'aswang' correctly.

Love the Supernatural scenes! Cool video

So, a monster that wants virgins, pregnant woman and mothers. Why does this scream central Louisiana to me?

Awesome video!!!!!! This is so cool! Ninth comment WatchMojo is the best!

Nice list! Could you also do a 'Top 20 Terrifying Male Creatures from Myths and Legends' list please?

This is my kind of list!!! I absolutely LOVE mythology!!

These creatures influenced many fighting game characters... 1. Succubus: Morrigan and Lilith (Darkstalkers) 2. Banshee: Sindel (Mortal Kombat) 3. Slit-Mouth Woman: Mileena (Mortal Kombat)

i appreciate the mojo team for their mythological lists. i find them very inspiring. thank you.

Medusa had such a tragic backstory. She tried to run away from Poseidon's advances, but he chased her down and raped her inside the temple where she served as a priestess. Athena, the patron goddess of that temple, blamed Medusa for what happened instead of Poseidon. It's kind of a reflection of what often happens with modern rape cases. Turning Medusa into a gorgon was Athena's way of punishing her, making sure no man would ever look on her with lust again.

What happened to La llorona

When I heard about the Dziwożona replacing children with 'Changelings' or even shapeshift themselves to seduce men, I think any remaining fan of My Little Pony can agree that a certain "Creepy bug queen" meets all the marks for that. Guess saying Dziwożona in a little kids show was too complicated or might upset the Karens that know of the satanic creature. Edit to add: I can't really take the Lamia and Harpy seriously cause of a certain harem manga/anime. Don't know if there are more of the monsters on the list, but I do hope they use some footage of the more lighthearted side of those mythical creatures.

Great Video! Will there be one with male creatures as well? If yes, I recommend the Cú Chulainn from Irish mythological

Number 1: *KAREN*

I love how all of these creatures found in supernatural 😂 ❤️♥️

Number 1: My ex. Excuse me I think I heard something downstairs...

I'm happy to see our Soucouyant mythology on this list. Thank you.

The banshees actually watch over my family, because we were one of the originals I learned this when I was in elementary school and have learned to accept it as something that can't be changed and not to fear them. They are also seen as protectors protecting the original five families; the O'Neills, the O'Briens, the O'Connors, the O'Gradys and the Kavanaghs.

Beautiful addition of a few choice scenes from The Odyssey (1997 miniseries). Thanks WatchMojo, for the nostalgia; For reminding us how wonderful the miniseries was, but also how powerful and how terrifying Christopher Lee's voice could be. R.I.P. to Mr. Lee. The man was a legend!

Aswang is one of those scared creatures here in the Phillipines. Sometimes they can change their appearances such as transforming as an animal like a pig. And also, there are also "male" aswangs believed here in the Phillipines. 👻

Kuntilanak, Leak, Sundel Bolong, Nyi Roro Kidul, And Nenek Gayung are top tier Female ghost's/myths from Indonesia that needs to be included in the part 2

I definitely agree that there should be a part 2. Also, I knew most of the clips would be from Supernatural hahah

when I was a child I had this nightmare the ballerina ride in amusement park suddenly came to life and was chasing me it was even more scarier than all the witches combined

I think the "Qallupilluit" from Inuit mythology scares the hell out of me!

Unlike the other ones that crawls under my skin, I don’t think I’m that brave enough to call Bloody Mary.

I enjoyed this list, and I am a legendary believer in all kinds of mythology, especially in humanoid creatures. Also means favourites of mine is werewolves and vampires as well.

We all love ur vids

MANANANGGAL Its half-torso has devil-like wings which when it flies, it leaves its bottom part of land while the Manananggal searches for mostly young men, or handsome men. It is said that this typr of Aswang manifests a charming and beautiful woman around 20s and/or 30s. They are very attractive women that lures young and handsome men for them to be feasted at night. Like Medusa, but they fly and hunts people and feast on them midair. Filipino Folklore.

Aswang. I can't believe Aswang is there. I'm so happy. Thank you for mentioning Aswang. :)

1:10 "especially those who are left unattended" me: watching this alone downstairs at 4AM

I love how most of the clips are from Supernatural. Hahaha we have everything

Aswang is an Umbrella term, so there are many types of Aswang such as "mananangal" (lit. The one who detaches) or "Tik-tik" (referring to the fast ticking sound they make).

thx watch mojo you include our folklore the aswang from philipines...

I want to see the male version of this list pretty soon. anyone who gets mad or triggered because i want both genders specific creatures should go outside and allow the sun to remove the karen from their bodies.

Nice to see some Trinidad folklore on your channel I grew up on soucoya stories an douwen

10:35 that's the reason why people dont wear mask during n-Covid quarantine,no doubt

Great list, There are some legends from Latin America such as La Llarona aka the Weeping Woman and the one I know from my family’s home country El Salvador, La Sihuanaba, said to lure men to bodies of water by her beautiful long black hair, only when they get closer she reveals her true face to their shock.

Where's La llorona?!

Wow, all 20 terrifying but legendary female creatures indeed.

woah a good list

Of course Medusa takes the spotlight. Was once beautiful until she turned into a monster. I think I’m starting to know why the creators changed her name to Sedusa in The PowerPuff Girls. Instead of a scary mythical girl turning everyone to stone, she’s a badass smooth talking villainess in red and black with white skin. My mom was bullied behind her back. Her classmates freeze when my mom looks at them.

I always thought Medusa became infinitely more beautiful after she transformed than she ever was as an ordinary human woman. So beautiful, sexy and powerful...men being rendered powerless in her very presents what the hell is there not to like? In my opinion, Athena did her a huge favor now no man God or otherwise will ever take advantage of you again. If they have ill intent, turn their no good asses to stone and put them in your garden.

I see you Todd Haberkorn!!! 13:37 during the Banshee part of the video!!

Baba Yaga in Smite! Edit: plz do more of this!

Hey watchmojo,nice video,Great voice,in your next video like this,don't forget the swahili she devil 'shimuleta'.

I'd watched something a long time ago on the Kuchisake Onna and it said the only way to escape from her is to confuse her giving you a chance to run away.

lol I love the barrel scrapping here

Title: Top 10 Terrifying Female Creatures from *Myths and Legends* Watchmojo: Top 10 Terrifying Female Creatures from *Myths and Folklore*

If Medusa isn’t number 1 we riot at midnight.🔥

Mananangal: a Filipino folklore much more scarier than aswang.

I'm surprised you didn't add the terrifying banshee from Darby O'Gill and the little people into the Banshee entry. That scared me to death and still does

No. 8 Black Annis. I'm just impressed you pronounced Leicestershire correctly :D

#2-I remember those pictures of Baba Yaga because I used have the book "Wizards And Witches" from the "Time-Life" series. I wish I still had that book

I predict Hydra, Medusa, and Succubus in top 5.

Number 1- Mother in Law Number 2- Karen Number 3- That one metal girl with all the piercings and dyed hair Number 4- Girlfriend Number 5- Women in general

If you think Shtriga should be on the list, drop a like 👍

Wow, Aswang made the list!

I'm quite sure if I remember, you can beat Kuchisake Onna by answering her question with "You're Average". Itll supposedly confuse her long enough for you to make run for it and escape.

We don't speak Gaelic in Ireland. We speak Irish, or in the Irish language it's Gaeilge (Gale-geh). Gaelic is spoken by the Scottish.

5:55 Good pronunciation. Greets from Poland :)

Oh please, I'm begging for a part two

W0w! Aswang made the list!

I remember when we had to dress up and act like creatures from Caribbean folklore and one of them was the Soucouyant

Part 2 please

You guys should check out PBS Storied channel, they often speak about these kind of mythical creatures

No Penanggal? That ghost is damn scary

Why in the world did we get a jurassic park clip for harpies lol

You made me frightened

Haha love the use of Jurassic World

I want whatever ancient Greeks were on..

Krasue the floating head should be one here, it's a yokai that takes the form of a floating head and organs. It travels around and looks for pregnant women, when it finds one, it uses its long tongue to eat the fetus

I love how supernatural is literally have almost all these myths

tbf, Medusa is more of a tragic story and asshole greek gods than a mean monster so if you are planning to stop something like the kraken, a beast supposedly controlled by greek gods.. well, you might as well put on a blindfold and ask for her assistance and she just might give it just to stick it to the gods that transformed her into what she is. Also, I would love to see a top 20 beneficial or good female creatures from myths and legends. as example, kitsunes(though they can be both good as well as bad depending on the scenario). Although they can be tricksters, occasionally mean spirited and most often to be pranksters, they are tied to a Shinto deity and there are also tales of them helping people like Inari Ōkami and its fox spirits help the blacksmith Munechika forge the blade Kogitsune-maru.

That thumbnail looks like spirit from dead by daylight😂

1. Banshee 2. Succubus 3. Kuchisake Onna 4. The nurses from silent hill 5. Mudusa 6. The empress from silent hill 7. Nure Onna 8. Faceless ghost 9. Yuki - onna 10. That girl from species 11. The owl witch

I love her VOICE!!

It's my understanding that mares are the supernatural explanation for sleep paralysis, and sleep apnea. People with sleep paralysis have reported something sitting on their chest making it hard to breathe or a man with a top hat and glowing red or yellow eyes staring at them. Oh oh oh watch mojo do a video on that :)

10:27. Kuchisake-Onna are everywhere now...

Hi, Todd Haberkorn!

Not gonna lie, this list was pretty interesting. No pun intended 😄

Great list, now make a terrifying male and kids list.

funny how there are clips from supernatural in pretty much all of these

My lazy ass is going to use mare as my excuse when I’m late for workkkkkkk 😂 “sorry boss a mare rode me that’s why I was so exhausted and couldn’t show up faster”

I was hoping you’d include the Norwegian Huldra

Ono doesn't leave footprints?! Doesn't sound very unique to a GHOST

I have some interesting facts about Medusa that may interest people! Fact 1: She was not always a gorgon. She was in fact a normal human lady who was very, very beautiful. Fact 2: Medusa had so many guys who had fell in love for her with her beauty. However, she refused their love for her as Medusa had taken a vow to be a Priestess to Athena and Medusa still has her V-Card to boot. Fact 3: Medusa only became a gorgon was because of Poseidon & Athena. There are a few versions of this part of the story. One being that, one day Medusa was on her way to the temple of Athena when a certain god of the sea had pop his head out the water and saw her. Poseidon fell for her beauty and was planning to "bed her" but she refused him like all the other guys. Poseidon was not happy about that, so he "forced himself" on the poor Medusa. As Medusa had try to escape. Athena saw Medusa and Poseidon together and instead of hearing both sides of the story, Athena placed a curse on Medusa turning her into a Gorgon. Athena did not do any -thing to Poseidon because not only he was one of the three strongest Greek gods, he was the brother to the king of the gods so there was not much she can do about that.

I don't understand why banshee is always bad because she is actually not, yes she warns of imminent death but it's not malicious

Every cookie cutter person:They're so horrific! Me:Ooooh what twisted tales of myths and legends!