Ancient Greek myths of dragons, krakens, and other legendary creatures were inspired by real animals and fossils alike.

Some characters in Greek myths shine with bright heroism. Others glow with quiet wisdom. Then there are characters like Medea ...

Some stories from Greek myths feel like they could have happened in a garden by the sea. Galatea is one of those stories. She was a nymph, a creature of the sea known for her gentle spirit and ...

Some of the wildest legends may actually be rooted in reality. Ancient people didn’t have science textbooks, just bones in the dirt and stories passed around the fire, and sometimes, those stories ...