Seeking Selkies: Dive into the magical world of Scottish folklore as we explore the captivating mythology and folktales of the Selkie in episode 9 of "The Hidden Creatures Podcast". Join us as we take a deep dive into the stories of these mythical creatures, who are said to inhabit the seas and shores of the Scottish coastline, and are known for their ability to transform from seals to humans. We'll explore the legends and tales of love, loss, and magic that surround the Selkie, and the enduring impact they have had on Scottish culture. But that's not all! In this episode, we'll also be learning about the Hoan Kiem Turtle, an ancient and mysterious species found in the heart of Vietnam, and the North West Pacific Tree Octopus, a creature that is as fascinating as it is elusive. So join us as we embark on a journey of discovery and exploration, and uncover the secrets of the Selkie, the Hoan Kiem Turtle, the North West Pacific Tree Octopus, and much more, in "The Hidden Creatures Podcast". For Further Reading: http://www.orkneyjar.com/folklore/selkiefolk/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selkie https://www.celtic-weddingrings.com/celtic-mythology/the-seal-people.aspx http://www.elisabethgifford.com/blog/2014/5/3/the-secret-history-hidden-in-the-selkie-story http://www.weingartdesign.com/TMaS/Stories/tmas1-SelkieBride.html   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoan_Kiem_turtle http://cryptidz.wikia.com/wiki/Hoan_Kiem_Turtle http://www.asianturtleprogram.org/pages/rafetus/rafetus_hk_resuce_2010/rafetus_hk_rescue_2011.html   http://zapatopi.net/treeoctopus/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pacific_Northwest_tree_octopus http://hoaxes.org/animals/comments/pacific_northwest_tree_octopus