Bigfoot & Undiscovered Creatures: Exploring Cryptozoology with Gary Brand

In a recent video from the YouTube channel Phantom History, hosts discuss the fascinating field of cryptozoology with Gary Brand, host of the Within the Mist podcast. Cryptozoology is the study of unknown species, including those thought to be extinct and those that have yet to be scientifically proven. Gary Brand shares his belief in cryptozoology, citing examples such as the coelacanth fish, which was thought to be extinct for 35 million years until a fisherman caught one in 1938. He also mentions the okapi, a giraffe-like animal discovered in 1901, and the highland gorilla, discovered in the early 1920s. These discoveries prove that there are still unknown species waiting to be found. Brand also discusses his personal interest in cryptozoology, which began when he was introduced to the encyclopedia of cryptozoology by a librarian in high school. This interest led him to focus on the Mothman, a creature reportedly seen in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the 1960s. The Mothman is a particularly intriguing case, as it has been linked to extradimensional theories, undiscovered creatures, and even biblical descriptions of angels. I found this video to be quite engaging and informative. It's always exciting to learn about new discoveries in the world of cryptozoology and to hear from experts in the field. I encourage our readers to check out the Phantom History video and the Within the Mist podcast for more fascinating discussions on cryptids, ghosts, and other mysteries.