# Mythical Creature Discoveries The 'Oriental Yeti' Emerges from the Woodlands of China By Katherinev123 | Published 2010-04-06 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oriental-yeti References: [csmonitor](http://www.csmonitor.com/World/Global-News/2010/0406/Oriental-Yeti-found-in-China-is-no-Yeti) & [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2010/04/05/oriental-yeti-captur.html) Do you believe in Sasquatch? If you do, or even if you don't, I bet you didn't think it would look like this creature--dubbed the 'Oriental Yeti'--that was found in the woodlands of central China. The Oriental Yeti was discovered by hunters in China's Sichuan province, and is a virtually hairless animal with four legs and a thick tail. Nowhere in the history of so-called Sasquatch sightings and documentation has a yeti been described this way. And '[Bigfoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigfoot-kin) expert' Loren Coleman confirms what we're all thinking: this thing isn't a yeti. According to Coleman, the Oriental Yeti seems to be an "[Asian palm or common civet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharaohs-lost-cat),"--basically a cat--and it could have lost its hair due to a parasitic skin disease. The search for Bigfoot continues... ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cryptid Discoveries:** Opportunity to explore and uncover new mythical creatures that challenge existing beliefs. - **Animal Evolution:** Potential for the discovery of new species that defy traditional classifications. - **Disease-induced Adaptation:** Insights into how parasites and diseases can influence the physical characteristics of animals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Zoology:** Opportunity for researchers and scientists to study and document new and unconventional animal species. - **Tourism:** Potential for eco-tourism and expeditions to regions known for mythical creature sightings. - **Medical Research:** Chance to investigate the impact of parasitic diseases on animal populations and their resulting physical changes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mythical Exploration SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-sasquatch-searcher.md) - [Sasquatch-Inspired Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Lagersquatch.md) - [Self-Esteem Promoting Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigfoot-kin.md) - [Soothing Yeti Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anxiyeti.md) - [Plush Monster Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labubu.md) - [Unique Hybrid Mystery Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-x-vegetable-gachapon.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Fantastical Creature-Inspired Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irnbru-xtra-legend-editions.md) - [Chinese Motif-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-1.md)