Cryptids are mysterious creatures that are rumored or believed to exist, but whose existence has not been scientifically proven or recognized by mainstream science. These creatures are often shrouded in legend, folklore, and mystery, and are sometimes described as supernatural or paranormal.
Here we will explore some of the most fascinating cryptids from around the world, examining their origins, characteristics, and the evidence for their existence. Join us as we delve into the mysterious world of cryptids, and discover why these creatures continue to captivate us.
The Gumberoo is a bear-like cryptid that is said to have inhabited the forests of the Pacific Coast in the 19th and 20th centuries. Stories about the Gumberoo have been passed down through the generations and it is a popular…
The Louisiana Rougarou, also spelled as “Rugaru” or “Rougaroo,” is a legendary Cajun swamp monster that is said to live in the swamps and bayous of Louisiana where French and Cajun influences have shaped the local culture and folklore. Cryptid…
The Lake Worth Monster, who is also sometimes known as the Texas Goatman or The Goatman of Greer Island, is a mysterious cryptid that is said to have been spotted in and around Lake Worth in the late 1960s. Cryptid…
The Tizheruk is a water cryptid or sea serpent that is said to live in the waters of the Bering Sea, Alaska. The indigenous people of Alaska believe that it is a water spirit with supernatural abilities. Cryptid Name: Tizheruk…
The Beast of Busco is a famous Indiana cryptid that is said to live in the town of Churubusco in Indiana. It is thought to be a giant snapping turtle that the locals affectionately call “Oscar”. Cryptid Name: Beast of…
Bessie is a lake monster that is said to live in Lake Erie which is found in the northeastern part of the United States where it shares its shoreline with Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Michigan. Bessie of Lake Erie…
The Snow Wasset is a mysterious cryptid that originated in the lumberjack folklore of North America. It is said to live in the snow-covered forests of Canada and is believed to be very aggresive and dangerous not hesitating to attack…
The Snallygaster is a legendary flying cryptid that is said to live in the Appalachian region of the United States. Legends of this mysterious cryptid date all the way back to the 18th and 19th centuries with stories about it…
The Alabama White Thang is an ape-like cryptid that is also sometimes referred to simply as “White Thang” or “Alabama White Bigfoot”. It is said to live in the forests of Alabama, particularly in the northern parts of the state.…
Colossal Claude is a cryptid sea monster that is said to live just off the coast of Oregon, with many eyewitnesses claiming to see it in the Columbia River mouth area. Cryptid Name: Colossal Claude Location: Oregon, USA (Columbia River…
The Woods Devil is a mysterious human-like cryptid that is said to live in the forests of Coos County, New Hampshire. Although there is very little physical evidence that the Woods Devil exists, it is still a popular cryptid in…
The Zwaanendael Merman is a rather creepy mermaid cryptid that you can see at the Zwaanendael Museum in Delaware. It was supposedly discovered in the early 1800s by a Dutch sailor who claimed that he found the creature washed ashore.…