The skeleton of an enigmatic creature found on a Scottish beach during Storm Ciara is shrouded in mystery.
The fascinating creature was discovered on the Aberdeenshire coastline on Sunday, amid the country’s encounter with 90mph winds and heavy rainfall.
A photo of the creature was posted on a Facebook page, sparking numerous suggestions as to its identity.
Some speculated it could be a whale or a dolphin, while others dismissed this notion, pointing out that the creature’s “horns” resemble those of thresher sharks, which have been observed in British waters during the summer.
The fascinating creature was discovered on the Aberdeenshire coast on Sunday, amidst the country experiencing 90mph winds and heavy rain.
Some believed it to be a whale or a dolphin, while others humorously suggested it might be the renowned Loch Ness monster. (Pictured is an image allegedly depicting the Loch Ness monster, captured in 1934 by a London surgeon on vacation.)
Even marine biologists are puzzled, with Professor David Lusseau from the University of Aberdeen stating that he would require additional information.
He informed MailOnline: “Unfortunately, based solely on this photo, we can’t discern much other than it being some form of whale. We would require images of the front end (and likely some investigation) to make an identification.”
Despite the confusion surrounding the creature, people continue to share their suggestions.
James Trippington commented: “Looks very similar to an Orca or Dolphin. However, the caudal vertebrae appear quite slender. Definitely not a shark though.”
Andrew Mowat dismissed the idea, stating: “The spine appears to be designed for side-to-side movement. Whales typically move up and down.”
Others jokingly suggested it might be the Loch Ness monster, speculating that the creature could have ventured from its purported watery residence approximately 100 miles away.
Brian Ingram commented: “Nessie! Escaped to the sea but met an unfortunate fate.” Emma-Louise Bolland remarked: “Nessie. Couldn’t adapt to saltwater.”
Another person jokingly suggested: “It’s an extremely rarely seen deep-sea Haggis.”
A woman navigates through floodwater as the River Ouse in York overflows its banks following Storm Ciara.
The Loch Ness monster has been a longstanding Scottish legend, with numerous purported sightings claimed each year.
There were a significant number of reported sightings of the Loch Ness Monster last year – a total of 18 – more than any year since 1983, during the height of ‘Nessie-mania’.
The sighting of the mysterious creature in Aberdeen occurred during the strong winds and heavy rain of Storm Ciara over the weekend.
Ciara brought winds of 97mph, up to seven inches of rain, flooding, and left over 20,000 people without power.
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