Cryptozoology is the study of animals that may or may not exist. Technically, it might be the search for a long unseen species of rabbit, or as-of-yet unclassified deer. However, what places cryptozoology squarely in the realm of pseudosciences for many scientists is its pursuit of several spectacular creatures. These "cryptids" range from alleged lake monsters in North America (Ogopogo, Champ, etc.) to man-like apes in Australia (Yowies) to bipedal river monsters in Japan (Kappas). Many of these animals are truly unbelievable, and if real, would rewrite biology books. Yet, regardless of how sensational some cryptids would have to be to exist, many people, believe—or want to believe. For this reflection examine three famous cryptids from the list below. Highlight two that you believe are at least plausible and one that you are certain does not exist. In your discussion, consider what the appeal is of these creatures. For example, why do these legends, some of whom are centuries old, persist?
Choose three from the list below:
- The Ningen
- El Chupacabra
- The Jersey Devil
- Sasquatch (Bigfoot, Yeti, Yeren, Yowie, Almas, etc.)
- Cadborosaurus
- The Loch Ness Monster
- The Mothman
- Mokèlé-mbèmbé
- Champ
- Navajo Skinwalkers
- Mongolian Death Worm
- Kappa
- The Michigan Dogman
- Ogopogo
Required:
- MLA Style
- Two full pages in length
Due: Week of Mo 3.16
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