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Spain

The Coco: Spain and Portugal’s Boogeyman

Nurtured in Spain and Portugal, the Coco remains a chilling symbol whose origins and evolving tales reveal much about childhood fears and cultural values.

Max Slaughter
January 12, 2026

Lesser-Known Regional Cryptids

The Man-eating Plants of Madagascar: Legends of Veggie Predators

The Man-eating Plants of Madagascar: Legends of Veggie Predators reveals how myth and…

Max Slaughter
February 28, 2026

Monster Society & Behavior

Monsters in Folktales: Morality Lessons and Warnings

Glimpse into how monsters in folktales embody moral lessons and warnings, revealing why…

Max Slaughter
February 28, 2026

Lesser-Known Regional Cryptids

The Ropen: Papua New Guinea’s Glowing Pterosaur

Uncover the mysteries of the Ropen, Papua New Guinea’s glowing pterosaur, and discover…

Max Slaughter
February 28, 2026

Future & Speculation

The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: Mutants and Myth

An intriguing look at how radiation has transformed the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone’s…

Max Slaughter
February 27, 2026