Cryptidzoo Creature Featured: The Hodag

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The Hodag is a mythical creature that is said to inhabit the forests of Rhinelander, Wisconsin in the Unite

d States. According to legend, it was first discovered in 1893 by a man named Eugene Shepard, who claimed to have captured the creature.

Old drawing of Hodag find more on the Cryptid Wiki

The Hodag is described as a large, fearsome beast with the head of a bull, the back of a dinosaur, the sharp teeth of a saber-toothed tiger, and the spiky tail of a porcupine. It is said to be covered in thick, green scales and to have glowing red eyes.

A strange creature dominates the front lawn of the Rhinelander area visitors center

The legend of the Hodag has become a popular part of the folklore of Wisconsin, and the creature has been featured in parades, festivals, and other events throughout the state. While some people believe that the Hodag is a real creature, most consider it to be a fictional creation that is part of Wisconsin's rich cultural heritage.

What evidence is there of the Hodag?

There is no credible evidence to support the existence of the Hodag. The creature is widely regarded as a fictional creation, and its legend is thought to have originated as a hoax perpetrated by Eugene Shepard in the late 19th century.

According to the story, Shepard claimed to have discovered the Hodag in the woods near Rhinelander, Wisconsin and even produced a photograph of the creature to prove its existence. However, it was later revealed that the photograph was a fake and that Shepard had created the Hodag using various animal parts.

Since then, there have been no confirmed sightings of the Hodag, and no physical evidence to suggest that it is a real animal. While the creature remains a popular part of Wisconsin folklore, it is generally considered to be a mythical creature with no basis in reality.