Most plausibly, what (if any) species is the Loch Ness Monster?

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Petra Bucenieks

Read Ted Holiday and Colin Wilson's Goblin Universe. Holiday did a lot of research on the Loch Ness monster in the 1970s and concluded it was a very strong astral form, rather than a physical being.

Karl Pfeifer

Figmentum scotorum hallucinatio

Pandia Vadivu Pandian

The Loch Ness Monster, often referred to as "Nessie," is a creature of folklore and popular imagination rather than one confirmed by scientific evidence. However, several theories have been proposed regarding what species, if any, Nessie could plausibly be:

Plesiosaur:One of the most popular theories is that Nessie could be a plesiosaur, a type of marine reptile that lived during the time of the dinosaurs. This theory is based on the typical description of Nessie having a long neck and flippers. However, plesiosaurs are believed to have gone extinct around 65 million years ago, and it is highly unlikely for such a creature to survive undetected for so long.

Large Fish:Some suggest that the sightings of Nessie could be attributed to large fish, such as sturgeon or catfish. These fish can grow to considerable sizes and could potentially be mistaken for a monster by an observer.

Eel:Another plausible explanation is that Nessie could be a giant eel. Eels are known to inhabit freshwater lakes, and there are reports of large eels in Loch Ness. A giant eel could account for some of the sightings and descriptions of a long, serpentine creature.

Seals or Other Marine Animals:Seals and other marine animals occasionally enter Loch Ness from the sea. Their presence and behavior, especially when seen in poor visibility conditions, could lead to misidentifications and the perpetuation of the monster legend.

Debris and Optical Illusions:Many supposed sightings of Nessie could be attributed to floating logs, waves, and optical illusions created by the play of light on the water. Loch Ness is a large and deep body of water, and its murky waters can create deceptive visual effects.

Fiction and Hoaxes:Some sightings have been proven to be hoaxes or misinterpretations. For instance, the famous 1934 "Surgeon's Photograph," which showed a creature with a long neck, was later revealed to be a staged hoax.

Conclusion

While the idea of the Loch Ness Monster is fascinating and has captured the public's imagination for decades, there is no scientific evidence to support the existence of a distinct, unknown species living in Loch Ness. Most plausible explanations point to misidentifications of known animals, optical illusions, and hoaxes. Therefore, until concrete evidence is discovered, the Loch Ness Monster remains a creature of legend rather than a scientifically recognized species.

Elaine J. Hanford