The Stronsay Beast: A Mysterious Discovery

The video explores the discovery of the Stronsay Beast, a mysterious carcass found on the shores of Stronsay in 1808. The beast, with its massive size and unusual features, sparked worldwide interest and speculation about its origins. It was compared to the Loch Ness monster due to its long neck and flippers. The remains, including vertebrae, were analyzed, leading to theories about unknown megafauna in the region. The video delves into the legends and myths surrounding large bodies of water and the possibility of undiscovered species.

Where is the island of Stronsay located?

• North of Inverness

• East of Inverness

• South of Inverness

• West of Inverness

What was unusual about the carcass found by the fishermen?

• It was a common whale

• It was a small fish

• It was unlike anything seen before

• It was a known species

How long was the body of the mysterious creature?

• 25 feet

• 35 feet

• 55 feet

• 45 feet

What was the creature dubbed after its discovery?

• The Loch Ness Monster

• The Stronsay Beast

• The Sea Serpent

• The Ocean Giant

What did the remains of the Stronsay Beast consist of?

• A fin

• A skull

• Three vertebrae

• A complete skeleton

What similarities did the Stronsay Beast share with the Loch Ness monster?

• Long narrow shape and flippers

• Short and wide body

• No similarities

• Small size

What type of evidence did the Stronsay Beast provide for the Loch Ness monster?

• A drawing

• Physical remains

• A fleeting sighting

• A blurry photo

What is the significance of the Stronsay Beast's discovery?

• It was a small fish

• It was a hoax

• It provided material evidence of a new species

• It was a common animal

In which year was the Stronsay Beast discovered?

• 1808

• 1807

• 1806

• 1805

What other locations reported sightings of similar creatures in 1808?

• Loch Ness and Sweden's Store Xian Lake

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The Pacific Ocean

• The Indian Ocean