A significant sighting has emerged from the waters of Loch Ness, where a veteran enthusiast claims to have spotted a large, unidentified creature. On September 23, 2023, Eoin O’Faodhagain, a 61-year-old from County Donegal, Ireland, was monitoring the loch via a webcam when he noticed a massive shape rising from the depths. The sighting, which O’Faodhagain described as brown-black in color, has reignited interest in the long-standing legend of the Loch Ness Monster.
O’Faodhagain shared his experience with the Daily Record, expressing his confusion and intrigue. “I saw a large creature, brown-black in color, just breaking the surface, creating a strange circular movement,” he stated. He noted that he had never witnessed anything like it before. The footage, captured by a webcam located at the Clansman Hotel and operated by Visit Inverness Loch Ness (VILN), shows a long, dark shape lurking just offshore.
The enthusiast estimated the creature’s dimensions to be approximately 17 feet long and 5 feet wide. “There are no known creatures in the loch that are that size. I think it could be one of the Nessie family,” he added. This sighting reminded him of a similar swirling shape captured in the 1992 documentary, The Secrets of Loch Ness, although he insists his observation is distinct.
O’Faodhagain emphasized the uniqueness of this footage. “What makes this sighting unique is that there is no other footage like it ever recorded,” he said. He believes that researchers of Loch Ness may find it challenging to explain the phenomenon to the public. “The water surface is calm. There are no visible wakes or boat activity prior to the sighting to cause any swirl,” he pointed out.
As a long-time enthusiast, O’Faodhagain has recorded multiple entries in the Official Loch Ness Monster Sightings Register. He has expressed excitement over this latest discovery, as it stands apart from anything he has previously encountered. Fans of the Loch Ness legend can view the loch live through webcams available at visitinvernesslochness.com, allowing them to experience the mystery for themselves.
With this event, the fascination surrounding Loch Ness continues to thrive, drawing attention from both skeptics and believers alike. As technology allows for more detailed observation, the quest to uncover the secrets of the loch remains a captivating endeavor.
