Beastly Theories (Ep.81) Monsters of Patagonia - with Austin Whittall

Join me for episode 81, as I chat with Argentinian author - Austin Whittall.

We talk about his ancient English forebears, and the cultural composition that has shaped this part of the country and its folklore. The origins of its most famous lake monster - Nahuelito, and other similarly described lake monsters in the region and whether the Mapuche people's myth of the Cuero could be an as yet undescribed species of giant freshwater ray?

We critique recent viral footage of the Culebron, a monster that is believed to inhabit Branco Lake, its subsequent, sea-lion, identification, and the importance of eliminating all logical monster-imposter candidates, when investigating the extraordinary claims pertaining to the existence of cryptid creatures.

Later, we discuss tales of large birds and even a pterosaur-like animal in this region, historical reports of a Patagonian Hippo, the Patagonian Wildmen and his theories about the true identity of the Camahueto (Patagonian Unicorn).

Austin's book: Monsters of Patagonia (Monstruos Del Patagonia) is one of the most fascinating deep dives into the subject of cryptozoology and offers a view into the folklore, fauna, history and cultures that have defined this peculiarly pristine part of South America.

Buy the book here: Monsters of Patagonia (Monstruos de la Patagonia)

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If you would like to contact Austin to discuss your encounters or local legends of Patagonia please email: austinwhittall@gmail.com

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BEASTS OF BRITAIN
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BEASTS OF THE WORLD (VOL.1) Hairy Humanoids
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