Cryptid Facts
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The Loch Ness Monster
The Loch Ness Monster has been one of Scotland’s most beloved icons for nearly a century, but stories of monsters in lochs go back thousands of years. Centuries of folklore combined with an international sensation created one of the world’s biggest mysteries. Loch Ness is a 23 mile long, 755 foot deep freshwater lake. It…
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Mothman
If cryptozoology had a popularity contest, Mothman would definitely be in the Top 3. Even people who don’t know about cryptozoology tend to recognize this West Virginia native. A frightening pursuer, harbinger of misfortune, and possibly named after a Batman villain, Mothman is surrounded by layers of lore. The first article documenting a sighting of…
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The Jersey Devil
You may know that states in the U.S. have state flowers, animals, and foods, but did you know that New Jersey boasts the only state devil? Lurking through the Pinelands, the Jersey Devil has spread fear for nearly 300 years. How did the Jersey Devil come to be, and what is its legacy today? There…