13. The Flatwoods Monster (West Virginia)
The Flatwoods Monster, also known as the Braxton County Monster, is a creature from West Virginia folklore, first reported on September 12, 1952. Descriptions depict it as a towering figure, approximately 10 feet tall, with a spade-shaped head, glowing red eyes, and a body resembling a dark, metallic dress. The encounter began when a group of local youths observed a bright light streaking across the sky, which appeared to land on a nearby hillside. Upon investigating, they reported seeing the creature, which emitted a shrill hissing sound and appeared to glide toward them. The event has since become a staple in extraterrestrial discussions, inspiring local attractions and a museum dedicated to the legend (braxtonwv.org).
