In traditional Irish folklore, leprechauns are generally depicted as male characters. However, there is a female counterpart known as a "banshee." Banshees are female spirits associated with death and mourning, and they are often portrayed as having long, flowing hair, pale skin, and a sorrowful expression. They are said to wail or keen when someone is about to die, and their presence is often considered a warning or omen of death. While banshees are not directly related to leprechauns, they both exist within the realm of Irish folklore and mythology.