Harpies are creatures that come from ancient stories and myths. They are often depicted as part bird and part woman. Think of a bird with the head and upper body of a woman. Harpies are known for being mischievous and causing trouble. In some stories, they would steal food or other things from people. They were also said to be very fast and could fly very quickly. Some people believe that harpies were meant to represent bad things like disease or death. While they may not be real, they are still talked about and referenced in many stories and legends.