Nomenclature

Scientific Name: Putidape grassman benignus

Common Name: Ohio Grassman

Nickname: Kind Bud

This creature is categorized as a "skunk ape" and belongs in the Putidape genus. The "Ohio Grassman" is a species of skunk ape, P. grassman, that can be broken down into two subspecies. Smaller and much less aggressive than its relatives, this type is called the "Gentle Ohio Grassman," or P. grassman benignus. Generally referred to as the "Grassman" or "Ohio Grassman" by the public, it has recently garnered a new name: Kind Bud - a play on the Grassman's connection to marijuana memes and its tales of empathy, docility, and perceived friendliness.

Kind Bud Sightings found in BFRO Reports

Report #23414 | Fairview, Ohio

Two witnesses see a large, black, hairy humanoid eating leaves from a tree.

Report #4977 | Minerva, Ohio

A family has multiple encounters with a "friendly" hairy humanoid. It protects two possible ABCs from harm.

Report #3381 | Loudonville, Ohio

Four witnesses encounter an odd, foul smell before seeing a large, black, hairy humanoid; it briefly followed them…