Griffin

Description
The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and sometimes an eagle's talons as its front feet.

Physical Appearance
It is used to denote strength and military courage and leadership. Griffins are portrayed with the rear body of a lion, an eagle's head with erect ears, a feathered breast, and the forelegs of an eagle, including claws. These features indicate a combination of intelligence and strength.

Size
An adult griffon was about 8 feet (2.4 meters) long, with a wingspan of 25 feet (7.6 meters). The average griffon weighed about 500 lb (230,000 g).

Abilities
Griffin are said to have the strength of a lion. Griffins are also said to have the sight of an eagle. They can also fly.

Weaknesses
Weak against Fire, both weapons and spells. Setting its wings ablaze will ground a flying Griffin.

Behavior and Personality
In terms of behavior, griffins are aggressive predators and are drawn to fierce creatures. They are said to be the enemy of horses, which is often an animal they prey on. Griffins are extremely protective over their young.