It has the power of human speech, and it has been known to stop in front of certain houses and call out the names of those it wants to take upon its midnight dashes.

It is always out and about after nightfall, creating harm and mischief.

What is the name of this creature?

Who are experts at playing the fiddle, Bodhran and Irish harp?

These creatures can shed their seal-skins on the land and pass for humans, usually with tragic consequences.

Whos is a wizened, ill-tempered creature left in place of the human child?

Who deals with shoe-making?

One positive feature of this fairy may demonstrate is an aptitude for music. As it begins to grow, it may take up an instrument and plays with such skill that people are entranced.

What is the name of this creature?

This creature doesn't live long in the mortal world. They usually shrivel up and die within the first two or three years of their human existence.

Her mourning is heard, usually at night when someone is about to die...

Which creature, when caught by a mortal, promises great wealth?