Scientist Finds Something on Mars, But No One Believes Him

Humans have been fascinated by Mars for a long time, and NASA has constantly sent cameras and robots to explore the planet. While most of the time, they just find sand, some of their discoveries are surprisingly intriguing, even a little chilling. Could Martians actually exist? Here are 20 of the strangest things ever spotted on Mars.

20. The Tangled Object

In 2022, NASA’s Perseverance rover captured a strange, tangled object on the Martian surface. While string might seem mundane, its presence on Mars is odd since the planet is not inhabited, and nothing should be there. The object turned out to be debris from the landing netting used during the rover’s descent. The netting shredded and scattered around the area during landing, showing that even the process of sending a rover to Mars can have unforeseen consequences. This insight is crucial for future missions, especially if humans ever set foot on Mars.

19. Martian Blueberries

In 2004, NASA’s Opportunity rover discovered blue, iron-rich rocks on Mars, which scientists dubbed “Martian blueberries.” While this discovery wasn’t entirely baffling, the mystery was how these rocks formed in such large quantities. Their rounded shape indicates they might have been shaped by water, suggesting that Mars may have once had abundant water—an exciting find for scientists trying to piece together Mars’ ancient past.

18. Martian Pyramids

In the 1970s, images from the Viking mission showed a pyramid-like structure on Mars. This led to many conspiracy theories, but the shape turned out to be just an optical illusion. The “pyramid” was simply a natural landmass shaped by erosion over time, not a man-made structure.

17. Martian Dust Devil

In 2023, the Perseverance rover captured a picture of a massive dust devil on Mars. A dust devil is a tornado made of dust, and this one was much bigger than anything seen on Earth—roughly five times the height of the Empire State Building. These towering twisters could pose significant challenges if humans ever attempt to colonize Mars, and future missions need to prepare for such natural disasters.

16. Light on Mars

In 2019, NASA’s Curiosity rover photographed an object on Mars that appeared to glow. While this could have been caused by the sun’s rays, Mars doesn’t have an atmosphere capable of reflecting light in this way. It turns out that the light was most likely caused by cosmic rays, which can strike objects on Mars and cause them to briefly light up.

15. Metallic Meteorite

Mars lacks a thick atmosphere, so meteorites often land on the planet without breaking up, unlike on Earth. One such meteorite, dubbed “Egg Rock,” was found by the Curiosity rover. It was composed of iron and nickel, common elements in meteorites. Studying these meteorites helps scientists understand the effects of wind and erosion on Mars and how it could impact future man-made objects.

14. The Face of Mars

In 1976, NASA’s Viking mission captured an image of a rock formation in the Sedonia region that looked like a human face. This led to widespread speculation about alien life. However, further high-resolution images revealed that it was simply a rock formation, and the “face” was an optical illusion caused by shadows.

13. An Ancient Lake

In January 2024, the Perseverance rover found evidence of an ancient lake on Mars. Scientists hope that this discovery will lead to the identification of past water sources and potential signs of life. While no life has been discovered yet, this could be a significant step toward understanding Mars’ history and its potential to support life.

12. The Door

In May 2022, Curiosity rover captured an image of a small, rectangular opening in a Martian rock, which some thought resembled a door. This led to wild theories about an ancient Martian civilization or a secret base. However, scientists explained that the formation was a natural geological feature caused by rock fracturing, not an actual doorway.

11. Spikes

The discovery of unusual “spikes” on Mars is still unexplained. While some theories suggest they could be created by natural processes, their precise origins remain a mystery, fueling speculation and intrigue about Mars’ possibilities.

These mysterious findings highlight the many unanswered questions about Mars and the fascinating things that could still be hidden beneath its surface. As we continue exploring, who knows what other strange objects or phenomena we might uncover on the Red Planet?