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The Cow

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The Cow
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The islet called The Cow off County Cork still carries the name of Glas Gaibhnenn, the green or grey cow whose endless milk tempted gods and men alike. In the old story, Balor seized her from Cian, turning a gift of life into a weapon of pride. The sea kept that contradiction intact: generosity stolen becomes hunger, and hunger must be fed.
The Cow is recorded as a islet in County Cork. Its open map record supplies this location and any linked names or public references.
The Cow is a small islet located off the coast of County Cork, Ireland, known for its distinctive shape resembling a cow when viewed from above. While little is recorded about its permanent inhabitants, such islets were often used for seasonal grazing or as landmarks in local maritime navigation.

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Photo: Nigel Cox · CC BY-SA 2.0