Chupacabra
El Chupacabra · Goat Sucker
Unknown
Evidence Level
Tier 2/5 — Physical Traces
Overview
Described in two distinct forms: a spiny, reptilian bipedal creature (Puerto Rico) or a hairless, dog-like quadruped (mainland USA/Mexico). Known for allegedly draining the blood of livestock, especially goats, through small puncture wounds.
Physical Characteristics
Bipedal form: 3–5 ft, spines along the back, glowing red/orange eyes. Quadrupedal form: dog-sized, hairless, bluish-grey or tan skin, elongated snout.
📍 Habitat & Region
Puerto Rico, Latin America, Southern USA · PR, MX, US, BR
Agricultural land, rural farmsteads, subtropical jungle margins
Notable Events
Madelyne Tolentino reports the first creature in Canóvanas, Puerto Rico
Over 150 livestock kills attributed to the Chupacabra in Puerto Rico
Mainland sightings begin in Texas and New Mexico
DNA analysis of "chupacabra" carcasses identifies them as coyotes with mange