Ben Radford discusses El Chupacabra legend on New Mexico Strange
Author Ben Radford talked about the El Chupacabra legend during an episode broadcast across New Mexico. The program focused on the history and scientific logistics surrounding the popular folk beast. Stories about the vampire-like creatures began circulating around 1995.
News 13 host and anchor Chad Brummett sat down with Radford for the discussion. Radford wrote the 2011 book titled “Tracking the Chupacabra.” The beast has origins in Puerto Rico. Radford investigated the topic as stories spread closer to home.
The creature is said to suck blood out of animals. Radford explained that descriptions of the beast shifted over time. It started as a two-legged monster with spikes along its back. It later morphed into a dog-like animal walking on all fours.
Radford prodded at the lack of physical track evidence and victim remains. He also highlighted the sudden origination of reports during the 1990s. Radford examined what is known about the creature.
New Mexico Strange is a web series covering unusual local folklore. The online production is hosted by Brummett and Stephanie Chavez. It explores mysteries, history and conspiracies connected to New Mexico.
The episode analyzed whether the creature could exist. Both speakers reviewed the evidence gathered by researchers.
