(From Greek and Roman mythology.) An ocean nymph who was a daughter of the titans Oceanus and Tethys. The Oceanids were minor female deities or goddesses and they numbered around 3000.

Being of great beauty they received much attention from gods and mortals alike. They were not immortal themselves but did live for a very long time.

They could be found playing on the surface of the ocean, riding dolphins, chasing ships, around other bodies of water, and walking on land.

These creatures were at times shy and kind but could also be passionate and vengeful.

One of the best known Oceanids was Amphitrite, known as the Queen of the sea, she married Poseidon and gave birth to Triton, who was a merman.

See Also: Mermaids