Bigfoot: History, Characteristics, and the Patterson-Gimlin Film

Posted Friday, January 19, 2024

By Squatchable.com staff

Have you heard about the iSTAN YouTube channel? They recently posted a video all about Bigfoot, and as a paranormal reporter, I couldn't resist checking it out. The video starts off by explaining that Bigfoot is believed to be a large, non-humanoid creature reported in North America. According to iSTAN, Bigfoot is typically between 6 and 10 feet tall and weighs between 500 and 900 pounds. Its stocky figure and large feet are said to be its distinct characteristics, which is how it got its name. Reports of Bigfoot have been made throughout North America, and one of the most famous pieces of footage is the Patterson-Gimlin film from 1967, also known as the "Denver incident." However, as iSTAN points out, the existence of Bigfoot remains a subject of ongoing debate due to a lack of scientific evidence. Opinions about Bigfoot are divided, with some people considering it to be a mythical creature and others explaining sightings as local human wildlife observations. Some people even assert that there needs to be more evidence and research to prove that Bigfoot truly exists. But here's where things get interesting. In the video, iSTAN also touches on the topic of cryptozoology, which is the study of hidden or unknown animals. Cryptozoologists often investigate reports of creatures like Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and Chupacabra. While many of these creatures are considered to be mythical, cryptozoologists believe that there may be some truth to the reports and that these creatures could be undiscovered species. One example of a cryptid that was once considered to be mythical but was later discovered to be real is the giant squid. For centuries, sailors reported seeing enormous tentacled creatures in the ocean, but it wasn't until 2004 that a live giant squid was finally captured on film. This just goes to show that there are still many mysteries left to be discovered in the world. So, while the existence of Bigfoot remains a topic of debate, it's important to keep an open mind and consider all possibilities. Who knows what undiscovered creatures might be out there, waiting to be found? If you're interested in learning more about Bigfoot and cryptozoology, be sure to check out iSTAN's video on YouTube. And as always, keep an eye out for anything unusual in your own backyard. You never know what you might encounter!