Doxy

The Doxy, sometimes referred to as the Biting Fairy, is a small Fairy-like creature. Sometimes mistaken for a Fairy, the Doxy is covered thick black hair, and has an additional sets of arms and legs. Doxies have shiny beetle-like wings, and a double row of sharp venomous teeth. If bitten, a Wizard or Witch should take an antidote immediately.

Preferring cold climates, the Doxy is found throughout Europe and North America. Doxies bury their eggs underground, and can lay up to five hundred in one go. The eggs generally hatch in two to three weeks.

Doxies are considered pests. They can infest houses, taking up residence in the draperies. Removing them requires a good supply of Doxycide.

Fred and George Weasley used Doxy venom for their Skiving Snackboxes, sold at Weasley's Wizard Wheezes.

Appearances

 * Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
 * Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game)
 * Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (video game)
 * Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix