Alan McKenna, founder of Loch Ness Exploration (LNE), suggests that the elusive ‘Loch Ness Monster’ sightings could potentially be explained by a natural phenomenon known as ‘standing waves’. He explains that standing waves occur when two boat wakes of the same frequency and amplitude move in opposite directions on the loch’s surface, creating a wave pattern that could be mistaken for the mythical monster’s humps. McKenna has captured footage of this phenomenon occurring where a river meets the loch’s southern shore, but capturing such waves out on the open water is more challenging.
While McKenna believes that standing waves could be a plausible explanation for some of the Loch Ness Monster sightings, he remains open-minded about the existence of the creature. He acknowledges the vastness and depth of Loch Ness, making it an ideal habitat for a shy creature to remain hidden. Over the years, various theories have been proposed to explain the sightings, including giant eels, long-necked seals, Greenland sharks, and large sturgeons. McKenna emphasizes that the mystery continues to endure as there is no definitive answer to the true nature of the Loch Ness Monster.
Mr. McKenna expresses his interest in capturing footage of standing waves occurring in the deep heart of the loch, away from the shoreline where they are typically observed. He acknowledges the complexities involved in capturing such natural phenomena, including factors like boat size, engine power, direction of travel, and current speed. Despite the challenges, he remains determined to document a standing wave in motion on the open water, enhancing the understanding of this natural occurrence in Loch Ness.
As the skipper of Deepscan frequently reports standing waves in the marina within Urquhart Bay, McKenna hopes to expand his observations to capture these phenomena in open water. He highlights the difficulty in capturing such waves outside the marina but remains committed to exploring and documenting the natural occurrences within Loch Ness. Through Loch Ness Exploration, McKenna and his team aim to investigate the Loch Ness environment, its ecology, and the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster, utilizing daily reports from locals to further their research and understanding.
Despite the scientific efforts to explain potential sightings of the Loch Ness Monster through natural phenomena like standing waves, the mystery of the creature endures. McKenna notes that the dark, deep waters of Loch Ness provide an ideal hiding place for any unknown animals that may inhabit the lake. While various theories and speculations have been put forward over the years, the true nature of the Loch Ness Monster remains unknown. Loch Ness Exploration continues to investigate and explore the lake and its surroundings, seeking to uncover the truth behind the mystery that has captured the imagination of many for decades.
