A MYSTERIOUS human-like creature filmed 'stalking a moose' has sparked worldwide panic over the identity of the beast which has baffled viewers, after footage of the encounter went viral.

"That looks like the Rake type creature stalking that moose. It must be pretty tall too," one commenter wrote. The creature appears to stand up on its hind legs, though it's not clear how tall it is.

Student dresses up as horror film monster the Rake and terrifies her friends in hilarious Halloween prank. Makayla Martinez, 19, scared dozens at York College Campus, United States ...

Is Ashley traumatized, or is the creature inside her real? Directed by Tony Wash, who co-wrote the film with Jeremy Silva, The Rake stars Izabella Miko, Shenae Grimes-Beech, and Rachel Melvin.