Orang Pendek Sightings: Ape Man of Sumatra

Sightings of the tiny ape man called Orang Pendek on the island of Sumatra have caught the attention of cryptozoologists and anthropologists alike. Orang Pendekis Indonesian for “short person”, but for the inhabitants of Sumatra it’s also the name of a strange and elusive creature rarely spotted by outsiders.

Like a miniature Bigfoot, this humanoid creature is bipedal, ape-like and covered with thick fur. Though it stands only about a meter tall it is incredibly powerful and said to have the strength to tear small trees straight out of the ground.

Even though Orang Pendek is most often described as a vegetarian, locals are wary not to get on the wrong side of the creature and they give it a wide berth. It isn’t normally dangerous, but with its incredible power and ferocity it would make quick work of a human. This doesn’t stop the curious from seeking the beast, and cryptozoologists are taking an increased interest.

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