What is polyjuice potion change species?

Polyjuice potion is a magical potion in the Harry Potter universe that has the ability to transform the drinker into the physical appearance of another person. It was first introduced in the second book of the series, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

In addition to changing the drinker's appearance, the potion can also change the species of the person, allowing someone to transform into an animal or another humanoid creature. However, it is important to note that the potion only changes the appearance of the person, not their abilities or instincts.

To create polyjuice potion, various ingredients are required, including lacewing flies, fluxweed, knotgrass, and a piece of the person that the drinker wishes to transform into, such as a hair or toenail clipping. The potion must then be brewed for a month before it is ready to be consumed.

The effects of the potion last for an hour, after which the drinker will revert to their original form. It is also possible for the potion to fail if the ingredients are not prepared correctly or if the potion is contaminated.

Due to its powerful and potentially dangerous nature, the use of polyjuice potion is heavily regulated and monitored by the Ministry of Magic. It is generally only used for espionage or other covert operations.