Grassman
Overview
Humanoid/Hominid
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(3/5)
Description
Ohio's version of Bigfoot, reported particularly in Cuyahoga Valley and Salt Fork State Park. Described as large bipedal ape-like creature, 7-9 feet tall, covered in hair. Famous 'Minerva Monster' case from 1978 involved multiple witness encounters. More aggressive than typical Bigfoot reports, approaches homes and buildings.
Behavior
More aggressive than typical Bigfoot, approaches structures
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Ohio, USA
Ohio, USA
Habitat:
Ohio forests, particularly eastern Ohio
Ohio forests, particularly eastern Ohio
Characteristics
Size:
7-9 feet tall
7-9 feet tall
Historical Context
First Reported:
1960s-present, famous 1978 Minerva case
1960s-present, famous 1978 Minerva case
Folklore Origins:
Modern Ohio cryptozoology, 1978 Minerva incident
Modern Ohio cryptozoology, 1978 Minerva incident
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