aliens reported in earth ufo folklore and literature
The Greys (Zeta Reticulans)
- Appearance: Short (3–4 ft), large heads, black almond-shaped eyes, thin limbs
- Reputation: Abduction phenomena, telepathic communication
- Origins: Zeta Reticuli star system (allegedly)
- Notes: The most iconic alien in modern pop culture; often emotionless; possibly cloned biological workers
Nordics (Pleiadians)
- Appearance: Tall, human-like, blonde hair, blue eyes, glowing auras
- Reputation: Benevolent, spiritually advanced, warning humans about nuclear war and environmental collapse
- Origins: The Pleiades constellation
- Notes: Common in contactee reports of the 1950s; sometimes called “Space Brothers”
Reptillians (Draconians)
- Appearance: Humanoid reptilian beings, tall, muscular, scaly skin, vertical pupils
- Reputation: Manipulative, hierarchical, possibly involved in elite control or underground bases
- Origins: Alpha Draconis (allegedly)
- Notes: Central to many conspiracy theories (e.g., David Icke); said to shapeshift or control via psychic force
The Insectoids (Mantids or Mantis Beings)
- Appearance: 6–8 ft tall, insectoid or mantis-like body, huge eyes
- Reputation: Observers or scientists, emotionless but intelligent
- Origins: Unknown
- Notes: Often reported during abduction experiences alongside Greys, sometimes in a supervisory role
The Tall Whites
- Appearance: Tall (up to 8 ft), pale skin, white hair, delicate features
- Reputation: Secretive but not hostile; associated with U.S. military encounters
- Origins: Unknown or interdimensional
- Notes: Described by former government insiders like Charles Hall
The Blue Avians
- Appearance: 7–8 ft tall, blue-feathered humanoids with bird-like heads
- Reputation: Philosophical, peace-oriented, nonviolent
- Origins: 6th–9th density beings, from higher vibrational planes (Corey Goode reports)
- Notes: Said to be guardians of consciousness evolution and the Law of One
The Hybrids
- Appearance: Mix of human and Grey (or other) features; often beautiful, uncanny, or ethereal
- Reputation: Part of genetic experiments; bridging species between human and alien
- Origins: Artificially created
- Notes: Central to abduction narratives; possible result of breeding programs
The Lyrans
- Appearance: Human-like, sometimes feline-featured, noble demeanor
- Reputation: Ancient ancestors of other humanoid species (Nordics, Pleiadians)
- Origins: Lyra constellation
- Notes: Mythic role in galactic history narratives; often framed as the “original” humanoids
The Andromedas
- Appearance: Varies—humanoid to light beings
- Reputation: Non-interventionist, high-dimensional, focused on peace and sovereignty
- Origins: Andromeda galaxy
- Notes: Often referenced by contactees with advanced metaphysical messages
The Arcturians
- Appearance: Blue or violet-skinned, humanoid, often shorter
- Reputation: Technologically and spiritually advanced, master healers
- Origins: Arcturus system
- Notes: Frequently involved in healing, psychic defense, and ascension lore