Thestral

Thestrals are magical creatures from the "Harry Potter" series, created by J.K. Rowling. They resemble skeletal horses with bat-like wings and are only visible to those who have witnessed death and truly understood its significance. Thestrals symbolize the acceptance of mortality and the importance of facing difficult truths. While they can be misunderstood as ominous, they are actually gentle and intelligent creatures. In the series, they serve as loyal companions and are used for transportation by those who can see them, highlighting themes of grief and the deeper understanding that can come from loss.