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  1. Mothman - Wikipedia

    In American folklore, Mothman is the name given to a humanoid creature that was reportedly seen around Point Pleasant, West Virginia, from November 15, 1966, to December 15, 1967. Despite its …

  2. Mothman Of West Virginia: The Terrifying True Story

    Feb 25, 2025 · After learning about the legendary Mothman, investigate the modern-day internet myth of Slender Man. Then, learn the true story of Bloody Mary, the woman behind the mirror.

  3. Mothman Sightings: The Creepiest Encounters (1957–2024)

    Jun 25, 2025 · This article compiles a detailed, chronological account of all known Mothman sightings from 1957 to 2024, including well-documented encounters.

  4. The Mothman of West Virginia - Legends of America

    In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, a large humanoid creature called the Mothman was sighted decades ago by two young couples who fled in terror.

  5. The Mothman of Point Pleasant: How a Bird Monster Became …

    Dec 11, 2025 · Newspaper clippings, police statements, and museum archives show that the creature who haunted Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in 1966 and 1967 started life as something much …

  6. Mothman. Mythological Being, Origin, Curse And Myths

    Apr 28, 2024 · Mothman or Owlman is a mythological creature believed to inhabit the area outside of Point Pleasant, West Virginia. This winged creature first appeared on November 12, 1966 in front of …

  7. Is the Mothman real? The legend behind the mythical monster

    Aug 13, 2024 · Is the Mothman legend real? Cryptid experts share the scoop and the origin story behind West Virginia's mysterious Mothman monster.

  8. Mothman Museum

    Welcome to our new virtual Mothman Museum and merchandise site. Now you can scope out "The World's Only Mothman Museum" and shop from the largest collection of Mothman souvenirs and …

  9. An Ode to a Hometown Creature: Mothman of Point Pleasant, West …

    Jun 7, 2021 · While Mothman is one of the most celebrated cryptids—let’s say the Michelangelo of the Appalachian cryptid Renaissance—there are numerous legends in the small towns of West Virginia.

  10. Mothman (Urban legend) | USC Digital Folklore Archives

    The most likely explanation for the Mothman is that it is a sandhill crane (which could easily grow to a size larger than a man) which had wandered from its typical migration route. Also, many speculated …