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How to scan a sea monster
Join Smithsonian paleontologists, paranormal investigators, and global streamers as they use cutting-edge 3D scanning and ancient DNA to uncover the real creatures behind history's wildest monster myths.
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by suaz · Sep 24, 2026
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Chapter 1
Unmasking the Kraken with giant squids and deep-sea scans
1Twitch in the deep
2The Triassic titan
3Beaks and battles
4Sinking the myth
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Chapter 2
Decoding the Chupacabra through ice age DNA and desert predators
1Tracking the desert cryptid
2The genetics of mange
3Prehistoric predators of the Southwest
4Decoding the alien posture
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Chapter 3
Yokai under the CT scanner with VTubers and fossil folklore
1The water spirit of the river
2Tengu and the mountain raptors
3Exposing the mermaid fakes
4Dinosaur bones and dragon lore
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