There may be a monster of Biblical proportions prowling the murky depths of the Sea of Cortez, inspiring terror among surfers and beach-goers and frightening fishermen who catch a glimpse of it from their boats. The legendary sea monster is… Read More »The Black Demon: Prehistoric Predator or Misidentified Species?
Few places in the world have such a magical effect on our imaginations as forests. The beauty, cool air, haunting shadows, and deafening stillness can overwhelm the sensations. Fairy tales and urban legends have reinforced the idea that forests are… Read More »The 8 Creepiest Forests on Earth
The Chupacabra legend took off in the 1990s. During this time, reports of a new grey, scaly, livestock-stealing creature arose. Circulating myths, like recent claims of the Texas Chupacabra “caught on camera,” earned the enigmatic creature its status as a… Read More »The Legend of El Chupacabra: The Story of an Ex-Cryptid
The werewolf is a staple of supernatural fiction, whether it be film, television, or literature. You might think this snarling creature is a creation of the Medieval and Early Modern periods, a result of the superstitions surrounding magic and witchcraft.… Read More »The Ancient Origins of Werewolves
Route 666, also known as Devil’s Highway, is a scenic 200 mile road known by motorists for its hell hounds, ghostly figures and Indian skinwalkers.
The Macbeth Curse. One of Shakespeare’s more popular plays has a bizarre and dangerous past, starting with its premiere performance in the early 1600s.