Congratulations to the new Journal of Cryptozoology
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 28th, 2012
It is a myth among some mainstream media that the only followers of Bigfoot hunting and cryptozoology research are youthful males, usually of AngloEuropean origins. The following photo definitely proves the population of aficionados encompasses a diversity beyond belief.
The first Journal of Cryptozoology has arrived. It appears to be a foundation publication for future ventures into a scientific cryptozoology.
As I detailed in 2007, in my “Land of CZ Logos,” traditionally non-Bigfoot cryptozoology organizations and journals have picked the okapi, the thyaline, and, for example, with the International Cryptozoology Museum, the coelacanth to stand as their symbols. Many cryptids to known animal species are available. The dramatic ones are chosen.
For the Journal of Cryptozoology, Karl Shuker has picked the King Cheetah as his publication’s logo species.
This illustration is based on a famous piece of art showing this beautiful animal.
A 1927 painting of the king cheetah, based upon the Macheke skin of 1926. Source.
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Love it Thank you
My opinion only, but an excellent, inspired choice by Karl. It’s an icon that symbolizes his journal’s commitment to scientific methodology in the study of animal sightings.
Not to mention the King Cheetah is one of my favorite animals.
Sorry, but meant to add that the King Cheetah story is a perfect example of how modern science methodology and cryptozoology are intertwined. Or should be.