Scientists Just Solved the Loch Ness Monster Mystery

For years, people have wondered if the Loch Ness Monster is real, but scientists might have finally cracked the case! A team of researchers studied the waters of Loch Ness and found no evidence of a giant reptile or anything prehistoric lurking below. Instead, they discovered that the legend may have started because of giant eels—yes, huge, slithery eels that live in the loch. DNA tests showed that Loch Ness has a ton of eel DNA, suggesting that some could grow way bigger than usual, possibly being mistaken for a monster. While it’s not as exciting as a real-life dinosaur, it does explain all those mysterious sightings. So, sorry Nessie fans—it looks like the monster was just a really big eel all along! Animation is created by Bright Side.