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  1. Mothman - Wikipedia

    In American folklore, Mothman is the name given to a humanoid creature that was reportedly seen around Point Pleasant, West Virginia, from November 15, 1966, to December 15, 1967. …

  2. Mothman Of West Virginia: The Terrifying True Story

    Feb 25, 2025 · After learning about the legendary Mothman, investigate the modern-day internet myth of Slender Man. Then, learn the true story of Bloody Mary, the woman behind the mirror.

  3. An Ode to a Hometown Creature: Mothman of Point Pleasant, …

    Jun 7, 2021 · While Mothman is one of the most celebrated cryptids—let’s say the Michelangelo of the Appalachian cryptid Renaissance—there are numerous legends in the small towns of …

  4. Three facts about the Mothman legend few monster hunters know

    May 27, 2025 · Though many have attributed the sightings to hyperbole or the misidentification of a crane or heron, others are sure that the Mothman not only exists but continues to exist and …

  5. Mothman Sightings: The Creepiest Encounters (1957–2024)

    Jun 25, 2025 · This article compiles a detailed, chronological account of all known Mothman sightings from 1957 to 2024, including well-documented encounters.

  6. The Mothman of West Virginia - Legends of America

    In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, a large humanoid creature called the Mothman was sighted decades ago by two young couples who fled in terror.

  7. Mothman. Mythological Being, Origin, Curse And Myths

    Apr 28, 2024 · Mothman or Owlman is a mythological creature believed to inhabit the area outside of Point Pleasant, West Virginia. This winged creature first appeared on November 12, 1966 in …

  8. Is the Mothman real? The legend behind the mythical monster

    Aug 13, 2024 · Is the Mothman legend real? Cryptid experts share the scoop and the origin story behind West Virginia's mysterious Mothman monster.

  9. Mothman (Urban legend) | USC Digital Folklore Archives

    The most likely explanation for the Mothman is that it is a sandhill crane (which could easily grow to a size larger than a man) which had wandered from its typical migration route. Also, many …

  10. The Legend of Mothman: Unraveling the Mystery Behind the Myth

    Oct 7, 2024 · Dubbed the “Mothman,” this creature would become an eerie symbol of fear, tragedy, and fascination for decades to come. But what is it about the Mothman that has kept …