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Scotland, more than 750 feet in some 6th century, describing the creature as a
places. The dark, peaty waters, shrouded in long-necked, humpbacked beast that has
mist and legend, create an air of mystery eluded capture and scientific explanation
that has fascinated people for generations. for generations.
Of course, no visit to Loch Ness would While some dismiss Nessie as a myth,
be complete without mentioning its most the naturalist assured us that the loch's
famous resident, Nessie. The naturalist depths remain largely unexplored. She
shared tales of sightings dating back to the spoke of unexplained sonar readings and

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