Move over, Bigfoot, in Texas we're on the lookout for a different legendary creature!

CashNetUSA compiled a list of the American Bestiary's Most Famous Mythical Creature of Every US State, and it should come as no surprise that in Texas, our most famous mythical creature is the chupacabra!

What is a Chupacabra?

The Chupacabra is a legendary creature that originated in Latin American folklore, with the first sightings reported in Puerto Rico during the 1990s. Its name means "goat-sucker" in Spanish, derived from its supposed habit of attacking and drinking the blood of livestock, particularly goats. Descriptions of the Chupacabra vary, but there are two main versions of the creature.

The original depiction from Puerto Rico described the Chupacabra as a bipedal, reptile-like creature with spines along its back. It was often described as having a lizard-like body, greenish-gray skin, and sharp spikes or quills down its spine. This version of the Chupacabra is said to be around 3 to 4 feet tall, with a large head, glowing red eyes, and fanged teeth.

In the early 2000s, sightings shifted to regions like Texas and other parts of the southern U.S., where the Chupacabra was described as more dog-like. This version is often said to be hairless, with thick, leathery skin, a pronounced snout, and sharp teeth. Many of these sightings have been debunked as being of diseased coyotes or wild dogs suffering from severe mange.

The Chupacabra legend is a modern cryptid, much like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster, and has become an iconic figure in pop culture. However, despite the numerous claims of sightings, no solid evidence has ever been found to confirm the creature’s existence.

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