Chupacabra
A cryptid known for allegedly attacking livestock, especially goats, and draining their blood.
- Region
- Puerto Rico
- Country
- Puerto Rico
- Category
- Cryptid
- Date
- 1990
- Continent
- North America
The report
The Chupacabra is a legendary creature from Latin American folklore, first reported in Puerto Rico in the 1990s. It is said to be a blood-sucking creature that attacks livestock, particularly goats, and leaves behind only drained bodies. Descriptions vary, with some witnesses describing it as reptilian with spines along its back, while others claim it is more dog-like in appearance. Despite numerous sightings, no physical evidence of the creature has been found.
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