There isn't one specific term for a female monster. The term "monster" is typically gender-neutral, and the specific name of a female monster often depends on its characteristics and the mythology or folklore it comes from.
Here are some examples:
- Mythical Creatures:
- Gorgon: A monstrous female creature with snakes for hair, often depicted as a terrifying and deadly being.
- Siren: A mythical creature with a beautiful voice that lured sailors to their deaths.
- Witch: A woman with magical powers, often associated with evil and witchcraft.
- Vampire: A supernatural creature that feeds on blood, sometimes depicted as female.
- Modern Monsters:
- She-monster: A general term for a female monster in modern fiction.
- Female villain: A female character who acts as an antagonist in a story, often with malicious intentions.
Ultimately, the name of a female monster can be as diverse as the creatures themselves.
