slinné

Slinná is a fictional creature in Celtic-inspired folklore and contemporary fantasy literature. The name appears in tales from various regional traditions and is commonly linked to wetlands and marshlands.

Slinná typically measure 20 to 40 centimeters in length, with a slender body, smooth damp skin, and webbed feet. They possess a laterally compressed tail for efficient swimming, and they secrete a viscous mucus that can aid camouflage and deter predators.

In the lore, slinná inhabit freshwater and brackish wetlands, including marshes, riverbanks, ponds, and peat bogs within temperate climates of Celtic-inspired worlds. They are most often reported near slow-moving waterways.

Slinná are usually nocturnal and elusive, often solitary but occasionally seen in small groups. They feed on aquatic invertebrates, small fish, and fruit that falls into water. Their slime can help trap prey and slow their movement.

Spawning takes place in shallow pools; eggs hatch into aquatic juveniles that progressively develop into adults. The life span, like much of their biology, varies by story, typically extending across several seasons.

In folklore, slinná are guardians of wetlands and symbols of ecological balance. In contemporary fantasy, they may be portrayed as enigmatic guardians, valuable allies to marsh-dwellers, or elusive creatures whose knowledge of waterways can aid adventurers.

As a fictional entity, slinná have no real-world taxonomy or conservation status.