Cows in Folklore: From Fairy Cattle to Spectral Calves

Cows in Folklore: From Fairy Cattle to Spectral Calves

Certain animals might spring to mind when it comes to folklore. Hares, horses, deer, cats - they all have an otherworldly quality to them. Would you consider the same of cows?

There's a surprising amount of folklore about cows. They can be death omens, fairy cattle, consumption cures, or even the guardians of treasure. That's not even considering the deities associated with cows, or their appearance in mythology. Just look at the various versions of the Taurus origin myth.

But let's take a look at some of the legends and lore associated with cows in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore!

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