Florida Bigfoot Research Group Uncovers Two Species and Skunk Ape Subspecies
Posted Monday, May 27, 2024
By Squatchable.com staff
If you're a Florida-based Bigfoot researcher or enthusiast, you've likely heard of the Mid Florida Bigfoot Research Group. This group, led by Marie Dumont, has been actively investigating and documenting Bigfoot sightings and encounters in Florida for the past five years. Recently, I had the opportunity to watch an interview with Marie on the Bigfoot Society YouTube channel, and I'm excited to share some of the insights she shared about her team's research and experiences.
Marie started the Mid Florida Bigfoot Research Group after experiencing a chilling vocalization during a camping trip in the Ocala National Forest. Since then, she has built a community of over 7,000 members who share their stories, evidence, and knowledge about Bigfoot in Florida. Marie and her team of dedicated researchers, including Mike Aguilar, Ruby Joe Brew, and Chris Hensley, spend every weekend in the field, exploring various areas in Central Florida, including the Green Swamp, Hillsboro State Park, and Moris Bridge Road.
One fascinating aspect of Florida's Bigfoot phenomenon is the possibility of two distinct species: the Bigfoot and the Skunk Ape. While the Bigfoot is typically described as a larger, more muscular creature with reddish-brown hair and five toes, the Skunk Ape is reported to be smaller, thinner, and more aggressive, with four toes. According to Marie, the differences in reports and sightings from different areas of Florida suggest that these could be two separate species.
During the interview, Marie shared a cast of a print with four toes, which her team member found in South Florida. This discovery supports the theory that Skunk Apes might have longer toes, possibly for climbing trees in the Everglades' swampy terrain.
Marie and her team also discussed their plans to attend the Medine Falls Bigfoot Festival in Washington and speak about Bigfoots and Skunk Apes in Florida. If you're in the area, make sure to attend their presentation and say hello!
Overall, it's clear that Marie Dumont and the Mid Florida Bigfoot Research Group are passionate about their work and dedicated to furthering our understanding of these elusive creatures. If you're interested in learning more about their research and experiences, I encourage you to check out the Bigfoot Society YouTube channel and watch the interview for yourself.