Are there actually mermaids? conspiracy theory explained

MERMAIDS are mythical creatures that often have the torso of a woman and the tail of a fish.

Over the years, they have been featured in various TV shows and films, leading many to wonder if they are real.

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Are there actually mermaids?

Mermaids have been around for centuries and they are often symbols of life and fertility in the ocean.

Their symbolic importance and various sightings throughout history have led to several conspiracy theories, including one claiming that the creatures are real, similar to belief in the Loch Ness monster known as Nessie.

In 1493 Christopher Columbus claimed to have seen three mermaids while sailing near what is now the Dominican Republic and declared that they “are not half as beautiful as they are painted”. However, according to History.com, these sightings were later proven to be manatees.

Although many believe they exist, no evidence of aquatic humanoids has ever been found, according to the National Ocean Service.

Who is the Assyrian goddess Atargatis?

Mermaids are popular in Greek mythology and are led by Atargatis, also known as Derceto, or the Syrian goddess.

The story of Atargatis states that she became a mermaid after accidentally causing her husband’s death.

Out of grief, she tried to drown herself, but the water turned her into the mythical creature.

Atargatis later served as the goddess of the moon, fertility, and water, and is said to have been the inspiration for other mermaid tales, according to Majestic Whale Encounters.

All mermaids are reported to have the elements of Atargatis, which include the healing powers of water, beauty, and connections to the moon, waves, and emotions.

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What are Popular Mermaid Movies and TV Shows?

To date, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, which premiered in 1989, is arguably one of the most popular mermaid-related films.

Other mermaid movies are:

• Splash (1984)
• Mermaids (1990)
• The Thirteenth Year (1999)
• Aquamarine (2006)

Some popular mermaid TV shows are:

• H2O: Just Add Water (2006-2010)
• Mako: Island of Secrets (2013–2016)
• Siren (2018-2020)