From Global Bigfoot: Have you ever heard of De Loys' Ape? It’s one of cryptozoology’s most intriguing yet controversial tales, shrouded in mystery and skepticism.

In 1920, Swiss geologist François de Loys led an oil exploration expedition along the Venezuelan-Colombian border. During the journey, his team allegedly encountered two large, aggressive primates near the Tarra River. De Loys claimed the creatures resembled oversized monkeys without tails. When the primates confronted his team, they shot in self-defense, killing one. To document the event, de Loys photographed the animal propped on a crate.

However, de Loys chose not to publicize his story or photograph until 1929, nearly a decade later, when French anthropologist Georges Montandon discovered the image while reviewing expedition records. Montandon urged de Loys to share his account, which was eventually published in The Illustrated London News.

The delayed disclosure and lack of additional evidence have fueled doubts about the encounter. Skeptics argue the photographed creature closely resembles a spider monkey, suggesting a case of misidentification or fabrication. Without physical remains or corroborative accounts, the story remains unverified, leaving room for speculation.

Was De Loys' Ape a real undiscovered primate or simply a misunderstood or exaggerated event? The lack of concrete evidence makes this one of cryptozoology’s most debated mysteries.

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