The Scariest Things Found Frozen in Ice
From frozen lakes to ancient mysteries, here are some of the most chilling discoveries ever made in ice.
1. Mysterious Circle in Utah
In 2013, Jason Nilsson and a friend stumbled upon a frozen lake in Utah with strange circular designs and unsettling tiny holes. The geometric pattern, later revealed to be an art project by Claire Lewis, used flour and salt to create eerie white blobs that resembled alien eggs. Though man-made, the sight remains creepy and surreal.
2. Frozen Fox in Sweden
In 2014, a skater on Lake Bunn, Sweden, encountered a fox frozen in ice. Likely caught while swimming across the lake, the fox became trapped as temperatures dropped. Its body was later cut out and placed on the lake as a warning to others.
3. Perfectly Rectangular Iceberg
A massive rectangular iceberg discovered in the Arctic baffled scientists and sparked wild theories. Its precise symmetry made it look artificially created, but NASA confirmed it as a rare natural phenomenon. To this day, the iceberg remains a source of mystery and speculation.
4. Alien in Siberia
A video from Siberia shows two men discovering what appears to be a small humanoid creature frozen in the snow. The alien-like figure stirred controversy and intrigue, as Siberia’s vast, uninhabited landscape could easily hide countless secrets.
5. Frozen Woolly Mammoth
In 2010, a well-preserved woolly mammoth was discovered in Russia. Estimated to be 6-9 years old, the mammoth likely died after falling into ice, keeping its body intact for millennia. Scientists are now working on reviving the species by creating a hybrid using mammoth DNA and elephants.
6. Snake Frozen in Ice
In 2015, a snake was found frozen in a lake in Maryland. Miraculously, it managed to move slightly after thawing. The event highlighted how even cold-blooded creatures can struggle with freezing temperatures.
7. Frozen Alligators in Colorado
During a snowstorm in Colorado, several alligators became trapped under ice. Rescuers managed to save the reptiles, which survive brief freezing periods by lowering their metabolic rates. However, extended exposure would have been fatal.
8. Bloody Falls in Antarctica
Antarctica’s “Bloody Falls” is a waterfall that appears to be made of blood. The red hue is caused by iron-rich water from subglacial rivers and lakes. This eerie natural wonder never freezes, thanks to its high salt content.
9. Frozen Fish in South Dakota
In 2015, fish were discovered frozen in a wall of ice in South Dakota. While it appeared as if they had been frozen mid-jump, the lack of oxygen in the lake caused by thick ice likely killed the fish, which floated to the surface and froze.
10. Frozen Caveman in Minneapolis
A six-foot-tall, hairy figure frozen in ice was discovered in Minneapolis. Many thought it was a real caveman, but it turned out to be an art installation created by Zach Schumach, who named it “Zogzog.”
11. Siberian Statues
In Siberia, mysterious statues were discovered in a snowy, remote area. With no roads or towns nearby, their origin remains unknown. They continue to baffle those who come across them.
These frozen discoveries are as fascinating as they are eerie. Which do you find the most mysterious?
