NASA News: Curiosity Rover Spots Snake-Like Creature On Mars, Conspiracy Theorists Cry Foul [VIDEO]
In a recent photo sent to Earth by the Curiosity rover, scientists couldn't deny a photo of what appears to be a snake on Mars. This photo begs the question, is life sustainable on the Red Planet?
While the 'discovery' of living beings in the surface of Mars is nothing new, the latest sighting of a creature that looks very akin to a snake has fueled a much different debate between believers in alien life and skeptics.
Martian 'Snake' Real?
Numerous UFO aficionados, as well as fans of the Mars mission, have stated that the image of the snake-like creature is proof that the Martian landscape is not just a barren wasteland. According to some UFO enthusiasts, living creatures on Mars have been photographed by the Curiosity Rover for years. Scientists and researchers have simply not been able to recognize them since they evolved in the Red Planet.
In a lot of ways, this particular view does make sense. After all, NASA is rumored to be preparing a full disclosure of its findings on Mars, including the discovery of flowing water and the possible signs of life in the otherwise barren planet. With Mars having water, the chances of life actually thriving on the Red Planet becomes a lot more significant.
Martian Snake Sighting Fuels Conspiracy Theories
As with any sighting of alleged alien life, however, a very vocal group of skeptics have emerged to challenge the supposed discovery. Usually, skeptics challenge the validity of believers' claims by stating that the objects seen in the photographs were simply rocks. Pareidolia, the brain's tendency to spot familiar patterns on unfamiliar objects and places, has usually been used as an explanation for the alleged discoveries of life on Mars.
This time, however, even critics stated that the object on the photograph was indeed a snake. However, another conspiracy emerged, alleging that the Curiosity Rover was never launched into space. Rather, conspiracy theorists state that the Martian mission is currently being conducted in a remote part of the Earth, possibly the Nevada Desert.
