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Cryptids

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Introduction

Cryptozoology is a pseudoscience concerned with the study of Cryptids. Which are, creatures that the existence of is disagreed on. Usually appearing in myths, folklore, and urban legends. Their existence in most cases has not been confirmed by mainstream zoology, although some crossover does exist. Cryptozoology is a broad field of study, with entities ranging from terrestrial bipedal apes—such as Bigfoot and the Yeti—, to extraterrestrial Grey's. As well as documented extinct species like the thylacine, whose current existence is widely debated.

It's widely accepted that all if not all Cryptids studied will never be proven to exist, aside from Cryptids belonging to documented species. However, understanding the stories these creatures inhabit can give insight into the pop culture, folklore, and cryptozoology subculture they originate from. Which is why many online and on the field are passionate about documenting, and finding the Cryptids they love.

Mothman

Drawing of Moth Man.

Moth Man is a alleged creature said to live in West Virginia, near the Ohio River. In particular, the city of Point Pleasent holds a festival in honor of the purported Moth Man every year.

Some consider the Moth Man to be a harbinger of ill omens, with some claiming sightings predate disasters.

Flatwoods monster

Artistic impression of the Flatwoods monster.

The Flatwoods monster is a cryptid from West Virginia folklore.

Bigfoot

A carving of Bigfoot.

Introduction

A cryptid said to live in deep wooded areas.

Lock Ness Monster

Sketch of the monster.

Introduction

The Lock Ness Monster is perhaps the most famous cryptid, as it was frequently mentioned in 20th century popular culture.

Location

The Loch Ness Monster is purported to live in the freshwater lake Loch Ness, which is located in Scotland.

Evidence

Despite a number of surveys, expeditions, and novel investigative methods, no scientific evidence of the Lock Ness Monster has ever been found, while earlier "evidence" of its existence has been found to be falsified.

Loveland Frog

Artistic illustration of the loveland frog.

The Loveland Frog is an alleged cryptid said to be seen near Loveland, Ohio

Dover Demon

The Dover Demon is a humanoid reported from Dover, Massachusetts. Some say that it looks like a grey alien, or that is has glowing eyes.