A Cryptid is an animal whose existence is not confirmed by science or an animal that is considered extinct. The study of these creatures is known as Cryptozoology. Those that study the existence of Cryptids are called Cryptozoologists. Claims of cryptid sightings have occurred and been documented for centuries, and there are hundreds of distinct cryptids thought to be in existence today. Some of the more popular cryptids include Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, Yeti, Mothman, Jersey Devil and Chupacabras.
