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You think you know Scottish Folklore, but have you ever heard of the Glaistig? This Highland spirit is one of our more mysterious creatures, appearing mostly around the west coast. They're always female, wear green like most fairy types, but are rarely pleasant to look at. Glaistigs often attach themselves to farms or castles like Dunollie near Oban and are fiercely loyal. They're known to be protective of children and cattle - so a useful creature to have around! However, not all are so pleasan

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