On the surface, the mermaids ofPirates of theCaribbean's Whitecap Bay look divine and serene. But they sing siren songs to trap sailors and eventually feed on them with murderous rage. Their pale eyes and vampirical fangs are definitely scary enough and sum up their cannibalistic tendencies. B...
While sirens and mermaids are often conflated in modern portrayals, traditionally, they have distinct origins and characteristics. Mermaids are aquatic creatures with a human upper body and a fish's tail, known for their beauty and sometimes benevolent nature. In contrast, sirens are primarily known...