New Ratings Chart | Hominid Cryptids Ignite Debate

A chart rating the likelihood of relict hominids, inspired by Forrest Galante's analysis, has sparked intense discussions across forums. The creator assigned scores from 0 to 10, leading to skepticism and intrigue among enthusiasts.

Context of the Ratings

The chart provides a scoring system where 0 represents a definitive hoax and 10 indicates proven existence. Even high-profile cryptids like Bigfoot and Yeti received low scores, drawing criticism and further investigation.

Updated Ratings and Insights

• Bigfoot (Ape): Rated 1/10, considered highly unlikely.

• Yeti (Giant): Scored 0/10, signaling it's mostly seen as a bear.

• Eurasian Wildman (Human): A strong 9/10, linked to feral human accounts.

• Notably, a Yowie (Marsupial) received 6/10, with some commenters suggesting that Oceania is a more feasible habitat for unknown ponginae due to milder winters compared to North America.

• The Mapinguari was rated lower, with commenters questioning its classification as a cryptid at 0/10.

Community Reactions

Feedback on the chart has been mixed. A participant noted that assigning a score of 4/10 to a 5-foot ground sloth seems unjustified, sparking conversations about taxonomy.

"Bigfoot below Yowie is actually insane considering Australia," remarked one user.

A more critical voice added,

"Megatherium is in no way likely; should not even be on the spectrum."

Interestingly, some users connected cryptids to historical or ancient species, suggesting deeper roots in popular legends.

Key Takeaways

• △ Bigfoot's credibility suffers, with many skepticism regarding its existence.

• ▽ Eurasian wildman shows a strong connection to human history, reinforcing the theory of feral populations.

• ● The debate continues about the validity of Orang Pendek and Mapinguari; opinions vary significantly.