Thank you Anirban for the A2A! John Savidge is correct that the elves of Middle-earth were all of one species who could and did successfully interbreed. Tolkien did provide a genealogical history of the elves, who called themselves Quendi (Quenya: "Those Who Speak With Voices"). read more
John Savidge is correct that the elves of Middle-earth were all of one species who could and did successfully interbreed. Tolkien did provide a genealogical history of the elves, who called themselves Quendi (Quenya:"Those Who Speak With Voices"). read more
All of these Elves, and more groups besides, are a single species 1, and all Elves can trace their roots to Cuiviénen. Although there are many subdivisions among the Elves, they're based on history and geography rather than biology. read more
Elves that remained in Middle-earth were doomed to a slow decline until, in the words of Galadriel, they faded and became a"rustic folk of dell and cave," and were greatly diminished from their ancient power and nobility. read more