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243. Animals That May (or May Not) Exist: What is a Cryptid? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Thinking in English

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The Different Types of Cryptozoology

A cryptid is a creature or animal whose existence is rumoured, disputed or unproven. These creatures have captured the imagination of curious people across cultures and throughout history. From legendary sea monsters to elusive creatures hiding in forests, cryptids have found their place in folklore and popular culture. Cryptozoologists analyse eye witness accounts, folklore and even physical traces left behind by these cryptids to shed light on their existenceor to determine if they are products of imagination.

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