Everyone shares the fear of the unknown as it is instinctive to be afraid of that what we cannot see or understand. This is why scary stories have been woven into every culture, spanning across centuries and evolving along the way. These terrifying tales often feature disturbing and grotesque creatures that gnaw at our fears. They are influenced by religion, political events, mythology, social currents, and environmental factors. While some are made up and told to children in order to scare them into obedience, others defy explanation.
It is believed that there are over five million undiscovered species around the world. Could this explain some of the weird sightings you hear about? Or do the dead truly rise and plague the living? Have a look through the images below and meet 45 scary and disturbing creatures that are bound to plague your dreams!
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