Saturday 26 April 2014

Cryptozoology – stalking elusive beasts

artist's impression of Bigfoot, digital work (Photo: Jana Dörfelt)
Derided by many, cryptozoology has a dedicated following. The field is frowned upon by much of the scientific community. But, while it may fail to adhere to scientific method and standards of empirical research, cryptozoology’s passionate interest in new possibilities and unknown forms of life has captured the imagination of its many adherents.

portrait picture of Loren Coleman, a friedly, older man with white facial hair
Loren Coleman has written 30 books about cryptids and the great mysteries in the field
Global Ideas: If we were to meet in an elevator, how would you explain cryptozoology to me during that short ride?

Loren Coleman: Cryptozoology is the study of "hidden or unknown animals." Some in the media talk about it as monsters or only Bigfoot, Nessie, and Yeti, but it is actually about the search for new animal species.read more

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