My X Va neighbor moved to rural TN about 18 months ago . I sent him this link. He replied yes, he reported sighting to the University who I presume is studying them. Says he has seen him twice. "Him ? you musta been close to ID sex.
His reply was "15 feet to close."

We have had reports here of a black and also tan . But night time lighting makes tan objects look darker. No pics so far.