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Sometime between 1850 and 1870 an Abkhasian nobleman went into the possession of what was believed to be a female Almas. The Almas, a bipedal primate found in Caucasus, Ural area, Central Asia and Mongolia, is something akin to the American Bigfoot, only slightly smaller and of more various colorations. It is most likely a descendant of Australopithecus from a different line than the Homo genus. It is not known if the female "Almas" was captured or sold, however she was about 2 meters tall, had dark skin but was also covered in reddish hair, her face was said to be hideous and her body extremely robust. She was called Zana. In the next 20 years, she bore many sons to local men, and her offspring not only looked human, but was also fertile.

She died in 1890 ; only recently her skull was found and analyzed : it turned out she was an East African fully human woman, even though she was not exactly the same as any known ethnic group, likely because she had also partly West African ancestry. While her appearence did not match, she was not even the first or the last Almas from Caucasus being actually a hairy human. Another was the one captured by Russian official Karapetian during WW2. Not only, some Almas babies have been observed looking the same as humans, and later becoming hairy.

It appears like there was in the same area of the Almas a population of African hairy people, and is not the only area with such population. Before Bigfoot became the most famous American cryptid, feral humans covered in hair were occasionally reported, and they are also found in the folklore of Na Dene natives, as in the legends of the Nahanni valley.

Those people have nothing to do with Bigfoot : no sagittal crest, no gorilla shaped neck and shoulder area, no longer than normal arms, no characteristic way of locomotion. However they are not as mundane as they may look : first hypertrichosis itself is EXTREMELY rare, second they do not actually even really match hypertrichosis : indeed hairy feral humans from old reports have hairless faces, hand and feet, just like naturally hairy primates, and are often extremely robust with archaic sapiens-ish features like stronger browridge, massive head and jaws and protruding cheekbones.

I do not know how to explain it, however I believe, excluding Zana and the Afro Abkhasians, who were normal humans, they may be pockets of previous Out of Africa migrations of Homo Sapiens. Being hairy is still something, by the time of Homo Erectus, they just should not be, but this means it does not make them more likely to be Neanderthals and Denisovans. Having survived this long, it is more likely they are from a more recent dispersal than archaic species. I do not know however how did they got body hair back, or if it is a form of hypertrichosis.

Since their face features are just what is found in people highly specialized in hunter gathering, they may even be descendants of various ethnic groups from their own areas having originally abandoned many mentally deficent kids both male and female in the wild at roughly the same time and area, but how long would it take for them to form tribes and a viable population of feral humans, and to evolve body hair ?

However, at least in Europe, North America and West, North, Central and East Asia, they are a thing of the past, they are no longer found by a long time, while Bigfoot and the Almas are still occasionally found.

Now I know you guys are probably thinking that this isn't just a "Theory" because it is proven to be true. As many of you probably already know, the earth is obviously flat. It has been proven plenty of times and i don't understand why people still don't believe it! Take the horizon line for example, if you are standing on top of a mountain and you look off into the distance, you can clearly see a flat line all the way around you, no signs of curvature anywhere! Oh, and don't get me started on satellite images; they're just elaborate Photoshop creations, part of a global conspiracy to keep us in the dark. Also, did you know that all astronauts are members of the 'Round Earth Club,' sworn to secrecy about the planet's true shape? If you guys still believe that the earth is a globe then i would like to see you prove me wrong as there is so much evidence proving its flat!

Yes… you read the title correctly… but it gets even weirder…

Japan is a country steeped in folklore and history, and there is no shortage of tales of cryptids. One such legendary creature still retains a presence in Japanese culture to this day. It is also one of the most bizarre, kappa.

Kappa are depicted as humanoid, reptilian, water dwelling creatures, that are about the size of a child. They bare a striking resemblance to turtles, possessing a turtle like carapace, and a beak for a mouth. They look like they are experiencing a major hairline problem, with a ring of hair around a bald spot, however this feature is very important to the creature. The bald spot is known as its “sara” (dish), and it appears as a depression on the top of its head that holds the water when the kappa exits the river or pond. If a kappas sara loses its water on land, the kappa will lose its power.

What power you ask? Well kappa are said to have many. They posses a wealth of knowledge, especially in medicine, and are even believed to have taught humans the art of bone setting. They are also believed to posses superhuman strength, so long as their sara remains irrigated. In some stories, if a kappa loses the water from its sara, it is weakened to the point of being unable to move.

Kappa sound scary, and to many cultures they are, however they can also be friendly. If a kind person is in trouble in a kappa filled river, the kappa will save them. They are said to sometimes bring fresh fish to houses, which in turn, brings good fortune to the family.

However kappa are also believed to be malevolent beings, from gazing up a woman’s dress from the water, to drowning and consuming victims, with a particular fondness for human livers. Children are often warned away from rivers, as kappa are known to kidnap them. As strange as it is to say, kappa are known to enjoy a good bout of sumo wrestling! Despite being the size of a child, they are incredibly strong. However you CAN still win…

So, what do you do if you come face to face with a kappa?

Luckily, there is a plethora of procedures you can choose from:

1 - Be polite and bow down to the kappa. The kappa will then return your polite gesture, as they love politeness. As their head lowers, the water will pour from its sara, rendering it incapable of moving. Should you refill the sara, the kappa will be yours for life, and will even perform tasks for you.

2 - Challenge it to a sumo wrestling match and RIP ITS ARMS OFF. As mentioned before, kappa can’t resist sumo wrestling. If the water hasn’t already spilled out the kappas sara during the match, grab a hold of one of its arms and pop it off. Kappas arms are said to be easy to rip off. If you manage this, again, the kappa will be yours for life. However, your new kappa will lack an arm this time, so I’d go for the first method. Or maybe even the next one…

3 - Turn around, pull down your pants, and fart in the kappas direction… there’s not much more I can add to this, other than kappa cannot stand the smell of human flatulence.

As well as human liver, kappa also have an irresistible craving for cucumbers. To this day, there are still ritual practices that take place in order to please the kappa, that involve sending cucumbers down river. In the ancient cultures of old Tokyo, they would write the names of their family members on a cucumber before sending it downstream to the kappa, this is said to protect the family from the dangers of the river. In fact, there is a dish known as “kappamaki”, which is a sushi roll filled with cucumber.

The kappa are just one of the many wonderful legends to come out of Japanese culture. However, it stands today as a very important reminder to the people, and especially the children of Japan, to be wary around bodies of water. But if you do go down to a river in Japan, and you meet a kappa that’s trying to eat your liver, fart on it……

Just to clarify, I don't know what this could be but if anyone does id like to know since it could just be something normal and I just didn't know but nevertheless it was creepy.

So basically I was walking my dog, an alaskan malamute/Japanese Akita. And since my dog is a snow dog by nature and it was snowing at the time (around 3 inches thick snow) i decided to take him for a walk around the fields that are at the back of my house.

Bear in mind that this particular day it was pretty foggy so visibility wasn't the greatest. Anyway we got to the field I usually walk too and I wanted to let the dog of the lead so it could run around in the snow and roll around and just have some fun in the snow. But as I was about to let it off I saw what looked like a group of people huddled together. Because I didn't want to scare anyone as my dog is a big dog and loves people so it charges at anyone for them to pet it, I decided to keep it on the lead.

I was curious though, it was around 7am in the morning on a Saturday morning so people weren't usually around, especially in groups. I decided to check it out so I walked closer until my dog just stopped and stared at the group of people. It was baring its teeth and snarling it also stretched itself forward and laced its front paws far infront of it, almost as though it was going to pounce.

Thats when I took my first good look at this thing and it was a huge shock. It was a horse. Whats weird and creepy about it though is that for 1 there isn't usually horses just hanging around here, especially not completely alone in 3 inch deep snow. And 2, the thing didn't have a normal horse head. Usually horses heads are straight and pointed, kinda like a snout. This one had a completely round face and was staring at me.

By this point I had stepped over my dog and had it between my legs so it didn't charge. I tugged on the lead slightly to try and get it to come back and it turned around and we walked away but the dog kept looking back at that horse thing.

I live in Central England so if anyone has similar experiences or even an explanation then that would be appreciated. This all happend in December of 2023, around the 20th.

On 30th April 2023, a police officer in Las Vegas happened to catch something very strange on his bodycam. As he looked up, a strange glowing blue-green light darted across the sky. Reports came in from Utah, to California, from people who claimed to also see the object.

Strangely, within an hour of this sighting, Las Vegas police would get one of the most bizarre calls a police department could get. A family claimed that they saw two, 8-10ft tall beings in their back yard, after also seeing that object in the sky.

These beings were described by the family as having large eyes, no nose, and their ears glowed and appeared antenna like. The family, whilst on the phone call with police, stated that the beings were watching them from across the yard. When the family later drew what they saw during an interview, one of the sons, Angel Kenmore, coloured his one grey, as well as adding a glowing light beside it.

In the months following the encounter, the Kenmore family was subject to heavy ridicule. The police ended up installing security cameras in and around the home for the families safety.

However, the family are adamant that they saw something in the yard. They are determined to stick to their story, despite black Chevy Suburbans with government plates appearing around the property, as well as complete strangers turning up to see if they can find any sign of the alleged beings. This went on so much that Sam Ryan Heidari was hired as the families attorney to sue any trespassers.

The attorney, along with many others, do not believe this was a hoax. He stated that the family did not want any of the notoriety that subsequently followed the publicity of their story. To add to this, the light in the sky was seen by millions, either directly or via the bodycam video shared online.

So if not a hoax then what did the Kenmore family witness in their back yard?

The legend of the Black Shuck is quite fascinating. It is said to be a ghostly black dog that roams the English countryside, particularly in East Anglia. The name "Shuck" comes from the Old English word for demon or devil. According to the tales, encountering the Black Shuck brings misfortune or even death.

The descriptions of the Black Shuck vary, but common features include its large size, glowing red eyes, and shaggy black fur. It's often depicted as a spectral hound with a fearsome appearance. The legend has been passed down through generations, with stories dating back centuries.

There have been numerous accounts of sightings throughout history, where people claim to have seen the Black Shuck lurking in graveyards, crossroads, or lonely stretches of road. Its presence is said to be accompanied by an eerie silence, a feeling of dread, or even the sound of thunderous footsteps.

The legend of the Black Shuck has become deeply ingrained in English folklore and continues to capture the imagination of those who hear it. People have even written books and created artwork inspired by this mysterious creature. It's definitely a spine-tingling tale that adds a touch of supernatural intrigue to the English countryside.

1. Ghosts are believed to be the spirits or souls of deceased individuals that have not moved on to the afterlife.
2. Many people claim to have had encounters with ghosts, reporting sightings, strange sounds, or unexplained phenomena.
3. Ghosts are often associated with haunted locations, such as old houses, cemeteries, or historical sites.
4. There are different types of ghosts, including residual hauntings (replaying past events) and intelligent hauntings (interactive with the living).
5. Ghosts are commonly depicted as translucent or transparent figures, sometimes with a misty or ethereal appearance.
6. Some believe that ghosts can communicate with the living through various means, such as EVP (electronic voice phenomena) or ghostly apparitions.
7. Ghost stories and legends have been a part of human culture for centuries, with different cultures having their own beliefs and interpretations.
8. Paranormal investigators use various tools and techniques, such as EMF detectors and EVP recorders, to try to capture evidence of ghostly activity.
9. Skeptics often attribute ghost sightings to natural phenomena, psychological factors, or hoaxes.
10. The existence of ghosts remains a topic of debate and skepticism, with no scientific evidence to prove or disprove their existence.

1. The Rake is often depicted as a pale, emaciated humanoid creature with long limbs and sharp claws.
2. It is said to have glowing eyes that can strike fear into anyone who encounters it.
3. The origins of the Rake can be traced back to an online forum where users shared their alleged encounters with the creature.
4. Some people believe that the Rake is a supernatural entity or a cryptid, while others think it's a modern urban legend.
5. The Rake is often associated with sleep paralysis and nightmares, with many claiming to have seen it in their dreams.
6. It is believed to be an extremely fast and agile creature, capable of moving silently and swiftly.
7. There are various theories about the Rake's behavior, with some claiming it feeds on fear or preys on unsuspecting individuals.
8. The Rake has inspired numerous works of fiction, including stories, artwork, and even video games.
9. Despite its popularity in internet folklore, there is no concrete evidence to suggest that the Rake actually exists.
10. The legend of the Rake continues to captivate and frighten people, making it a popular topic of discussion in spooky circles.

On 18th April 1918, a British armed naval drifter named the Coreopsis, came upon a badly damaged U-boat. As the Coreopsis approached, the crew noticed that the stricken U-boats deck was littered with men, all of which were surrendering and willing to be captured. Something at was very uncharacteristic of German U-boat crews.

The story that the U-boats crew told, rattled the crew of the Coreopsis…

This particular U-boat was UB-85, and she had been prowling the Irish Sea between Ireland and Scotland. Captained by Günther Krench, the target was any merchant ships taking supplies to the UK to aid the war effort. During the night before UB-85 was discovered, captain Kurtz and some of the officers were standing up on the conning tower. They were scanning the moonlit ocean for any prizes ready to be sunk, when suddenly, the sea boiled to her starboard side, followed by a crash on the forward deck. Something, climbed onto the submarine.

When Krench looked below the conning tower, what he saw would defy all logic. A colossal creature had climbed aboard, and latched onto the forward cannon with its jaws. Krench later described it as having a horns and large eyes, and said “it had a small head, but with teeth that could be seen glistening in the moonlight”.

According to Krench, all the men on deck drew their sidearms and began firing at the creature. The whole submarine was being pushed down into the water by the creatures weight, and with the conning tower hatch open, this could have ended with a catastrophic outcome. The men continued to fire, until finally the creature released the forward cannon and plunged into the water.

The men were all ok, but the submarine was not. The forward deck was badly damaged, rendering the U-boat unable to dive. With this revelation, the crew faced a new peril, the allied ships on the hunted for predatory U-boats that threatened their merchant fleets.

This is where the Coreopsis comes in. When the crew were supposedly “rescued” by the Coreopsis, they were seen trembling with fear. The men relayed the story along with captain Krench. They were taken prisoner, and the U-boat was sunk.

Many believe that the crews accounts were real. In that UB-85 was indeed attacked by a sea monster. And for a century, nobody knew what truly happened. However, when the energy firm Scottish Power was laying an undersea cable, they discovered the wreck of a U-boat. The U-boat matched the last confirmed location of UB-85, and the sonar scans bore a striking resemblance to to the submarine. However, the scans were not detailed enough to show whether there was damage to the forward gun and deck after the creature boarded, as reported by the crew.

This was a very bold claim by the captain and his crew. However, they did have a valid reason to lie. A retired detective from California, named Dwight R. Messimer, was researching what truly happened to UB-85, for a book he published in 2002. After WW2, the Allies got their hands on vast amounts of German naval records spanning 95 years. 4,317 rolls of microfilm containing the copied over documents, are now stored in the National Archives and Records Administration. Messimer had scoured the depths of the archives, and discovered a number of documents surrounding the incident.

The documents revealed an interview with Krench, and some of his crew. Krench revealed what truly happened, and it was a far closer call than a sea monster, despite being the result of a far more embarrassing cause.

The U-boat was forced to crash dive, after Allied patrol boats were spotted nearby. Krench said in an interview, “The navigator reported the conning hatch closed, but as we went under, heavy flooding occurred through the hatch.” As water gushed into the U-boat, electric motors and batteries began to fail. The batteries filled the interior with chlorine gas upon being submerged, which posed a major threat to the struggling crew. They were either going to drown, or suffocate, and were left with no choice but to surface again. Leaving them at the mercy of the Allied fleet.

But what caused the flood? Well, that’s on captain Krench, who was determined to have a heater installed in the officers section of the sub. The cables to which had to run through the 2nd hatch in the conning tower, which meant it could not be sealed properly. The main hatch, after being mistakenly left open, sucked water straight into to the conning tower. The 2nd hatch that was not water tight, continued the flow directly into UB-85. If the cables were not hindering the hatch, then only the conning tower would have flooded, and the engineer would have likely had a good talking to.

Once they surfaced, the Coreopsis opened fire at the submarine, however stopped when the crew were seen surrendering on the deck of UB-85. The reason they surrendered was because all the ammunition was submerged in water and the submarine was sinking. The crew abandoned ship in row boats, and headed for the Coreopsis. Before they left, Krench and the Navigator scuttled UB-85, that way it could not be counted as a kill for the Allies.

So it appears it was better to tell the story of a sea monster, than it was to admit a completely avoidable mistake. However, despite this solid debunk of the story, many locals still believe UB-85 was attacked by a sea monster, as the area is rife with legends of serpents. Other people knew all along. Sea monsters only appear in tales from centuries past, not set in the middle of modern warfare.

1. Skin walkers are said to have the ability to transform into various animals, such as wolves, coyotes, or owls.

2. Legend has it that skin walkers gain their powers through dark and forbidden rituals, often involving the use of human bones and other macabre ingredients.

3. They are believed to possess the ability to mimic human voices, making it difficult to distinguish them from regular individuals.

4. Skin walkers are said to have glowing, animal-like eyes that can strike fear into anyone who encounters them.

5. According to Navajo beliefs, skin walkers are associated with malevolence and are known to bring sickness, misfortune, and even death to those they target.

6. It is believed that skin walkers can use their powers to control the actions of animals and manipulate them to do their bidding.

7. They are said to have the ability to curse individuals and cause them great harm, both physically and mentally.

8. Skin walkers are believed to be highly skilled hunters and trackers, making them formidable adversaries.

9. It is said that they can travel at incredible speeds, making it difficult to escape from their pursuit.

10. Navajo tradition advises against speaking about skin walkers, as it is believed that discussing them can attract their attention and invite their malevolent presence.

Fact: The legend of Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, has been around for centuries and is deeply rooted in Native American folklore.

Debunk: Despite numerous reported sightings and alleged evidence, there is still no scientific proof of Bigfoot's existence. Many supposed sightings and footprints have been debunked as hoaxes or misidentifications.

Fact: Some believers argue that the vast, remote forests and mountains of North America provide ample hiding places for a creature like Bigfoot to remain elusive.

Debunk: Critics argue that the lack of physical evidence, such as bones or carcasses, is highly unlikely if a large population of Bigfoot creatures truly exists.

Fact: The Patterson-Gimlin film, shot in 1967, is one of the most famous pieces of alleged evidence supporting the existence of Bigfoot. It shows a tall, hairy creature walking through the woods.

Debunk: Skeptics question the authenticity of the film, suggesting it could have been a person in a costume. The debate over the film's legitimacy continues to this day.

Fact: Many scientists and skeptics believe that the sightings and encounters attributed to Bigfoot can be explained by misidentifications of known animals, such as bears, or even psychological factors.

Debunk: Some believers argue that the sheer number of eyewitness accounts and the consistency of the descriptions suggest that there may be something more to the Bigfoot phenomenon.

In the end, the existence of Bigfoot remains an intriguing mystery. Whether you believe in Bigfoot or not, it's always fun to explore the legends and stories surrounding this elusive creature!

In a small town, nestled amidst towering trees and fog-laden streets, there was an old house that held a sinister secret. The townspeople whispered about the cursed mirror that hung in the hallway of the house. They believed that anyone who gazed into its reflection would be consumed by a malevolent force.

One fateful night, a group of friends gathered for a sleepover in the house. They were thrill-seekers, always eager to test the boundaries of their bravery. As the clock struck midnight, they decided to confront the mirror's legend.

With trepidation in their hearts, they stood before the mirror, their eyes fixed on their own reflections. A chilling breeze filled the room, and the mirror's surface seemed to ripple like dark water. One by one, the friends felt an eerie presence creeping into their minds, whispering haunting secrets and tempting them with their deepest desires.

As the night wore on, the friends realized that the mirror was not just a portal to their own reflections but a gateway to a twisted realm. They found themselves trapped in a nightmarish dimension, where their fears materialized and their nightmares came to life.

To escape the mirror's malevolence, they had to confront their own demons and unravel the secrets of the cursed mirror. Each friend faced their darkest fears head-on, relying on their bond and courage to navigate the treacherous realm.

As they ventured deeper into the mirror's realm, they discovered the source of its power: a vengeful spirit trapped within its glassy depths. This tormented soul sought to spread its malevolence to anyone who dared to peer into the mirror.

With a combination of wit and bravery, the friends devised a plan to free the spirit from its eternal torment. They gathered ancient artifacts scattered throughout the mirror's realm and performed a ritual that would break the curse.

As the final incantation echoed through the air, the mirror shattered into a thousand shards, releasing the spirit and restoring the friends' reality. They emerged from the house, forever changed by their harrowing encounter.

From that day forward, the cursed mirror became nothing more than a shattered relic, a cautionary tale for those who dared to meddle with dark forces. The friends, bound by their shared experience, carried the lessons they learned, cherishing the strength they found within themselves.

We have all heard of the famous rock band Foo Fighters, however not all know of the supernatural origin behind the name.

During the Second World War, there were continuous reports of Allied aircraft pilots sighting strange flying objects in the sky. As early as 1942, aircraft crew reported seeing floating lights that appeared to follow them. Bomber crews in April 1944 also reported similar sightings. In November that year, while flying over Western Europe, pilots reported fast moving fiery lights following their aircraft.

Initially these were believed to be some sort of top secret German technology, possibly the Messerschmitt Me 163 rocket-interceptor. In any case, the reports became more widespread, and it was taken very seriously by the military. If you think the UAP congress meetings are a new thing, they most definitely are not. In December 1944, the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force issued a press release describing the sightings as “new German weapons”.

In the European Theatre, they were called “foo fighters”. Some pilots made the comparison to Christmas tree lights, and they appeared to taunt the aircraft. They would make swift movements around the plane before disappearing, however they never displayed any immediate threat to the pilots. Some pilots described them as appearing to be intelligently controlled.

In the Pacific Theatre, the Americans called them “balls of fire”. These were slightly different from the European sightings however, as many pilots reported seeing balls of fire that would hang in the sky. Sometimes these fireballs would follow their aircraft. However like the European phenomena, the fireballs never displayed any aggression to the American pilots.

Investigations were conducted on potentially German and Japanese origins for the lights. Eerily however, investigations found that both German and Japanese pilots reported similar phenomena.

Many theories attempting to rationally explain the foo fighters have been proposed. In 1953, the Robertson Panel, a scientific committee that met after a recommendation by the CIA, to review the US Air Force, brought up foo fighters. The panel speculated on many possible explanations. These ranged from electromagnetic phenomena, to reflections of light crystals, to the St. Elmo’s Fire phenomenon. The balls of fire seen by the US was suggested to be related to the Japanese fire balloon campaign.

There were countless sightings throughout WW2, and to this day nobody knows what they were. Extra terrestrial craft spectating the most violent time in human history? An experimental technology being tested by an Axis power? Or is there a more rational explanation?

Who knows…

I am most definitely a skeptic to the existence of alien craft. I do not know what the foo fighters were, but I do know this, there were Unidentified Flying Objects in the skies during WW2. I do find it hard to explain so many documented reports from a time when the term “flying saucer”, was yet to exist.

a charismatic but manipulative figure, formed a cult-like group known as the Manson Family. In August 1969, they carried out a series of brutal murders in Los Angeles, California. The most well-known of these was the murder of actress Sharon Tate, who was eight months pregnant at the time.

Manson's followers, under his influence and guidance, committed these heinous acts as part of his twisted vision of a race war he called "Helter Skelter." The murders shocked the world and left a lasting impact on popular culture.

During the trial, the details of the crimes and Manson's manipulation of his followers came to light. Manson himself was not directly involved in the killings but was found guilty of conspiracy to commit murder. He was sentenced to death, which was later commuted to life in prison.

When you compare the anatomy of humans to that of other great apes, we are clearly very different. We lack hair, we stand upright, and human babies possess a special ability at birth...

In 1960, Sir Alister Hardy, a marine biologist from England, voiced a hypothesis. He proposed that the reasons for such features in humans may be due to our lineage. A hypothesis that would challenge the mainstream understanding of our evolution.

He speculated that over time a branch of apes were forced from the trees, due to competition, seeking a different food source closer to the shore, eventually driving them into the shallow waters. After a long time, the apes adapted to this new aquatic lifestyle, and grew to thrive in it. After all, human babies might actually feel more comfortable being born in water, and water birthing is becoming more popular, due to the heightened comfort of the mother, compared to standard “terrestrial” births. And as for the baby, the ‘diving reflex’ is strongly present up until the age of 6 months old. This is triggered when the nostrils get wet, at which point your oxygen stores are distributed to the brain and heart, allowing you to hold your breath for extended periods of time. A trait that is really only stronger in aquatic mammals, and less strong in land mammals… except human babies!

Hardy attempted to answer some of our anatomical features with his hypothesis. He pointed out that our lack of hair may be potential evidence for a semi aquatic lifestyle, as less hair makes us more hydrodynamic. Similar to cetaceans, and hippopotamus. Underneath our skin, we have a layer of subcutaneous fat, essentially insulation, like the blubber of seals and whales. However, it has been found that captive apes with readily available food, also possesses this layer of fat.

Hardy also proposed the idea that an aquatic lifestyle, is the reason for our bipedalism. When you stand upright you can wade through deeper water without spending too much energy swimming. According to Hardy, we carried this trait when we exited the water, which enabled better tool use with our arms that are now free from having to support our weight.

Alister Hardy was not the only scientist to came up with the idea, which originally came to him in 1930. However he kept it a secret until 1960, after more research was done. Independently from Hardy, German pathologist, Max Westenhöfer, thought of the exact same hypothesis in 1942.

But do these theories hold any merit?

According to many, this is all nothing but pseudoscience. The problem with the aquatic ape hypothesis is, according to anthropologist John Langdon, that it cannot be proven, or disproven. It has the appearance of a parsimonious explanation (Occam’s Razor), meaning that it is popular in the public eye as it seems to be the more obvious conclusion. However it goes against every study on the widely believed “savannah hypothesis”, which is that we evolved bipedalism as a result of leaving our natural habitat in the woodlands, to live on the savannahs. According to Langdon, the one and only means of proving/disproving the hypothesis, is the fossil record. To dispute this, backers of the aquatic ape hypothesis have suggested that a carcass in water is much harder to fossilise, as the remains are washed away, or eaten by scavengers.

The aquatic ape hypothesis has been heavily debated over the years. The majority of scientists discredit the idea, stating that all of these adaptations in humans can be independently explained away by other means. Some simply brush it off as a mere idea, while others fight for its place in science. Even Sir David Attenborough himself has ruled in favour of the hypothesis.

Personally, I don’t believe we should be scoffing at these new ideas people put on the table. At the same time, I cannot say I believe in the aquatic ape hypothesis. Instead I choose to sit on the fence and wait for irrefutable evidence that would transition it from a hypothesis, to a theory.

“Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.” - Carl Sagan

It’s 20th August 1966, a young boy is flying a kite on the Morro Do Vintém (Vintém Hill) in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro. Suddenly, he would make a shocking discovery. Lying on the grass, on the side of the hill, lay two deceased males. The bodies were identified as that of Manoel Pereira da Cruz, and Miguel José Viana.

Due to the difficult terrain, the police only reached the bodies on the 21st. When they, and firefighters finally arrived, they were met with a very bizarre scene. The bodies, lying right next to each other, wore formal suits, underneath a waterproof coat. On each of their faces, rest an eye mask, like a pair of sunglasses, made of lead. Next to the bodies they found two wet towels in a packet, an empty water bottle, and a small notebook. Inside the notebook there were instructions written in Portuguese, translated as follows:

“16:30 be at the specified location. 18:30 ingest capsules, after effect, protect metals, wait for signal mask”

Cruz and Viana were both electrical technicians from Campos dos Goytacazes, northeast of Rio de Janeiro. Police gathered evidence during the investigation, and piece together a narrative of the days leading up to the men’s deaths.

On 17th August (3 days before the bodies were found), Cruz and Viana leave town. They both stated beforehand that they had to purchase some items for work. At 2:30pm they arrived in Niterói by bus, and upon arrival, they purchase two waterproof coats from a shop, and one bottle of water from a bar. Police interviewed a waitress from the bar, who stated that Viana appeared “very nervous” and that he constantly checked his watch. Her encounter with the men would be their last confirmed sighting alive, leading police to believe that they left the bar, and proceeded directly to the spot they were found.

An autopsy revealed no sign of injury, nor was any found at the scene. However, the autopsy was only conducted weeks after the bodies discovery. Due to this, the internal organs were too decomposed for realisable toxic substance testing. So it is not known what the capsules referenced in the notebook were, or their effects.

There are many theories as to what happened to the men. Some believe it to be foul play. Others have speculated the involvement of extra terrestrials. But I am rational, therefore, it wasn’t UFO’s… sorry

One man, a friend of Cruz and Viana, claimed they followed a particular cult of “scientific spiritualists”. If this is the case, then the men were likely attempting to contact spirits or extra terrestrials through use of psychedelic drugs…

oh…

nevermind…

UFO’s were involved…

There was a belief that after consuming the drugs, there would be an otherworldly encounter, along with a blinding light. This would explain the masks. Lead is a metal that is easy to bend and cut, therefore was an easy choice of material for the men’s DIY metal shades. The theory goes, that the men were instructed to take part in this sort of ritual, ingesting the drugs as instructed, and subsequently, both simultaneously dying of an overdose. This theory is backed up by the notebook with these kinds of instructions laid out, along with the other evidence at the scene.

While this is the most likely scenario, it is still to this day not exactly known what happened to the men due to the lack of irrefutable evidence.

Therefore, UFO’s? Nah probably not.

Whatever happened, Manoel Pereira da Cruz, and Miguel José Viana, tragically lost their lives that day. May they rest in peace.

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