| This critter sounds a lot like the chupacabras. Think they're related? |
| This is a commonly asked question! Everyone seems to link the Jersey Devil to the chupacabra. Personally, I did a little research into the chupacabras, and I found a world of difference, so much that I don't believe they really have anything to do with eachother at all. The descriptions (at least the widely accepted ones) are totally different - the chupacabra being a smaller, four legged creature while the Jersey Devil is regarded as taller, standing upright and having (key characteristic) wings. Chupacabras (literally "goat sucker") are known for sucking the blood out of their victims, not spilling a single drop. Jersey Devil attacks on animals are much messier. Chupacabras seem to live more in warmer climates, like Mexico, South America, and Texas. I don't think there is a connection. Maybe I'm missing something though, if you know more about the chupacabras feel free to e-mail me and let me know! |
| I've heard from a friend in NJ that the creature is in fact some kind of demonic being, and she said that it is known in her area for killing livestock, is that true? |
| The Jersey Devil is known for killing livestock, yes. However, as for its demonic status, I'm not so sure. Although the whole thing is creepy sounding, perhaps it is just because we don't understand what we're dealing with because we've never dealt with it before. So far, to my knowledge, the Jersey Devil has only exhibited behavior similar to any other biological creature, and hasn't been very "demonic". For the record, there are still no reports of it ever killing or even attacking a human. |
| Is the Shourds house still there in Atlantic County? |
| The Shourds house, supposed birthplace of the Jersey Devil, is no longer standing. It burned down some time in between 1951 and 1952. However, the foundation remains! Read our reports in the hunts section to see what we discovered. |
| How close have you gotten to actually "catching" the Jersey Devil and have you considered the employ of metaphysical means while tracking it? |
| Keep in mind that we are not attempting to "catch" the Jersey Devil, but merely learn more about its existence. As for getting close, we believe that we had an encounter in which we heard a scream unlike anything we've ever heard before. Other than that, no visuals yet. As for metaphysical tracking, we would use it if we had the equipment, but right now we're limited to what we have. We're always looking for hunters who may have other equipment, however! |
| I heard that there was a street somewhere in the Pine Barrens that was supposed to have the same name as the Jersey Devil. Is that true? |
| Perhaps this is referring to Leeds Point Rd., named after the family who is accredited with the birth of the Jersey Devil. Jimmy Leeds Rd. also goes through Stockton, perhaps that's another one. |
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| What sort of gear would you need to find the Jersey Devil? |
| When we're "devil hunting", we try to bring as much sophisticated stuff as possible. But I guess really all you'd need is a camera and a set of eyes and ears. We like to bring audio and video recording equipment, high powered microphones, night vision goggles, Loran GPS, various hunting equipment, and boots. And of course, our trusty laptop computer goes with us to log the day's events. |
| Do you believe the Jersey Devil is not bad, but just a sad and lonely creature that thinks people will hunt it down and kill it, so it scares them off? |
| I tend to agree with you wholeheartedly. Every story dealing with the Jersey Devil describes a creature living its life, that accidentally came in contact with the human world. It does not seem malicious at all - never once has attacked a human. It reacts in the same ways that any wild animal does when confronted. It probably has the same fears of humans as a wild rabbit or deer. |
| You say that you are out to prove that the Jersey Devil exists... but think about what would happen to the creature when it's proven to exist? I'm almost positive that somehow, it will be hunted down to be either sold or killed. |
| This is a major issue that we have been faced with. If the creature is found, what will then happen to it? We have discussed this fully and came up with several answers. First, it is necessary to point out that the legend of this beast has existed for over 250 years now, and has NEVER been caught. Many groups have hunted and attempted to capture this elusive creature, yet it has always escaped. I have faith in the creature itself, since it has eluded human hands for 250 years, I am sure that it could easily escape a vigilante hunting crew. Our goal is not to capture or contain the creature - we are merely attempting to prove its existence. We want people to be aware of the creatures living secretly right under our noses in NJ. Our plans for proving its existence include filming, recording, photographing - not capturing. When we finally come across this creature, we want to observe it, not give out its whereabouts or how to catch it. And if it comes down to something where the creature is at risk, we will then buy the rights to the discovery and impose preservation laws upon the creature. But I trust the Jersey Devil... he's much too smart to be caught. |
| What class of animal do you believe the Jersey Devil belongs to, reptile or mammal? Based on descriptions from various reports, it seems possible that the creature could be either some kind of large wading bird or a huge bat. What do you think? |
| I agree with your deductions, more than likely I think it fits into the same category as a bird, or winged creature, based on the descriptions that include wings and a high pitched screech, much like the screech of a giant bat or sand hill crane. |
| If the Jersey Devil does exist, do you think it's dangerous? |
| Well, I do believe that the creature is in fact a carnivore, and is quite powerful - powerful enough to shred German Shepherds to pieces. And although I take comfort in knowing that there are no recorded incidents of a Jersey Devil attack on a human, we still take a few precautionary measures while on our hunts, just in case. |
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