Hunt for Loch Ness monster 'Nessie' comes to an end; mystery remains unsolved

IN PICS | Scotland: Hundreds join largest Loch Ness monster hunt in 50 years

Aldie Mackay, the hotel manager at the Drumnadrochit, stormed into the bar one evening to inform the stunned customers that she had just seen a "water beast" in Loch Ness 90 years prior. The modern myth surrounding an elusive monster living in the depths of the Highland loch was started by this sighting, which was zealously reported in the Inverness Courier. Next weekend, hundreds of Nessie enthusiasts are expected to participate in the largest organized hunt for the mysterious creature in 50 years.

Scotland: Loch Ness monster enthusiasts prepare for search operation

Thousands set to gather to hunt for the Loch Ness Monster, a famed creature in Scottish folklore

Scotland's Loch Ness famous for hosting an alleged mythical monster is facing a climate challenge. Another prolonged dry spell is now having implications on everything from native Wildlife to species. According to figures released by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency Loch Ness's fresh waters have dropped to the lowest level in decades.

Scotland witness drier, warmer weather than ever

Loch Ness monster 'captured' on a newly installed live stream. Watch it here!

What do we know about Loch Ness monster? Fossil discovery suggests its existence is 'plausible'

Gemmell's team, which comprises scientists from Britain, Denmark, the United States, Australia and France, is keen to stress the expedition is more than just a monster hunt.

Global scientists team to hunt for Loch Ness monster

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