A Parselmouth is a Witch or Wizard who can talk to snakes. It might be possible to learn this skill, but evidence suggests that it is passed down by blood.

The ability to speak to snakes (Parseltongue) has been considered to be an ability of Dark Wizards, though they have been found among the great and good.

Most people consider Parselmouths to be evil, though this is false.

Parselmouths can also communicate with fellow Parselmouths using Parseltongue.



Known Parselmouths:

-Salazar Slytherin
-Lord Voldemort
-Harry Potter
-Merope Gaunt
-Marvolo Gaunt
-Morfin Gaunt
-Corvinus Gaunt
-Gormlaith Gaunt
-Herpo the Foul
-Delphini Riddle