Explanation May Be Less Dramatic—But More Interesting
It is tempting to imagine a prehistoric-looking giant soaring over Texas. BuyMaps
The image is unforgettable.
But science asks a different question:What explanation requires the fewest extraordinary assumptions?
A known large bird viewed at an unusual distance is possible.
A rare visitor is possible.
An optical illusion is possible.
A combination of perspective, lighting, and memory is possible.
A previously unknown giant bird is theoretically imaginable, but without physical evidence, there is little reason to place
