< img src = "/uploads/blogs/08/af/ib-f-qcujb65q_999ea2a6b.jpg" Alt = "The secret of a dark spot on Google Maps is revealed"/> ~ ~ < P > In 2021, Google Maps users noticed a mysterious triangular dark spot in the Pacific. This discovery gave rise to many theories and even called & ldquo; black hole & Rdquo;. Some suggested that this is a hidden OB & Rsquo; an ect or a natural phenomenon. However, it turned out to be much easier.
< p > reports planet news with reference to Live Science.
< P > In 2021 on Reddit with & Rsquo; a screenshot of Google Maps appeared, which showed a mysterious triangular dark spot in the Pacific Ocean. Despite the fact that OB & Rsquo; ECT was marked as an island, it did not prevent the emergence of numerous theories about its origin. Some assumed that it could be a deep fair hole or a classified military base, specifically blurred on cards.
< p >Subsequently, with & Rsquo; it was clear that the mysterious spot is actually a small deserted island covered with thick trees. Scientists have identified it as an island of the East, which is part of the Republic of Kiribati, located in the southern Pacific. This coral atoll has an area of about 0.25 square kilometer and is about 6,000 kilometers east of Australia.
< P > The dark shade on satellite images is explained by the dense thickets of patches of pathos, which cover almost the entire territory of the island. Due to the high density of vegetation, their dark green leaves look almost black on the cards. Trees grow so close to each other that they create a dense shadow that does not allow other species of plants to sprout between them.
< p > The island serves as a refuge for numerous sea birds, including olugs, waders and frigates. The 1971 studies have shown that Pisonia seeds easily adheres to birds, which contributes to its spread to other islands. However, in some cases, birds can get stuck in seed boxes, which leads to their death, and under trees can sometimes be found bone clusters.
< P > Until the opening of the East Island in 1820, no traces of human presence were discovered. Archaeological studies have found no evidence that the island has ever been inhabited.
< P > The main reason for the lack of permanent population is the lack of fresh water sources. Because of this natural feature, the island has remained uninhabited, although it remains an important habitat for marine birds and rare plants.