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What is a cryptid?

GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Whether it is Mothman, Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, or a variety of others, many people are aware of cryptids to some extent. However, what is a cryptid, and what are some ...
Giraffe-possums, lizards and Mothman, oh my! Kentucky is reportedly home to a score of cryptids and unknown creatures, and why shouldn’t they live here? We have a wonderful state with the amenities ...
Furry, scaly, slimy, unfathomable beasts roam the Pacific Northwest's deepest waters and our densest forests. If you've ever seen a massive tentacle rise out of the waters of Puget Sound or spotted a ...
In the murky depths and shadowy corners they call home, myths and lore of the Inland Empire’s cryptids continue to spark intrigue. What is a cryptid? For those wondering, Merriam-Webster defines ...
One small step for man, and an even smaller step for Bigfoot. A new bill in California’s state legislature seeks to recognize the elusive Bigfoot as the state’s official cryptid. The legislation, ...
I love cryptids. Cryptids, for the uninitiated, are animals and creatures with strong ties to myth but lacking in scientific proof. Think Bigfoot, Mothman (even sexy Mothman), or any number of ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From Bigfoot to Dogman, Tennessee's legends and monsters came to life this past weekend during the inaugural Wildman and Cryptid ...
A collage of cyptids, and unknown phenomena, that have reportedly been spotted around Kentucky. From left to right: Mothman, Bigfoot, remnants from the Kentucky meat shower and a mechanical werewolf.