A cryptid that is known for being equally terrifying and honored is the topic for this episode. From South American folklore, the Mapinguari, found in the Amazon rainforest region, has been part of myth, legend, and culture since the turn of the 20th century. Is this cryptid scary, or is it just misunderstood? Listen to this episode to find out!
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Cryptid Wiki - https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Mapinguari
PBS Special on Mapinguari - https://www.pbs.org/video/mapinguari-fearsome-beast-and-protector-of-the-amazon-xnse9d/
Oren, David "Did Ground Sloths Survive to Recent Times in the Amazon Region?" Goeldiana Zoologia (1993)
Important names:
Andrioli Costa, Ph.D - Brazilian Folklore
Dr. David Oren - Brazilian based biologist and ornithologist
Dr. Emily Zarka - Monster Expert
