WATCH: 'Is that Nessie?' Radar detects 'sizeable reading' in Loch Ness

A "significant finding" has been made in the search for the Loch Ness Monster.

Nessie hunters searching for the mythical creature say they've recorded a "sizeable reading," which identified a "distinct anomaly" on the loch bed.

The Loch Ness Centre says it's Deepscan cruise uses cutting edge technology which has been able to provide a detailed understanding of the Highland landmark.

Video footage recorded on the boat shows the latest reading, while someone in the background can be heard saying, "oh, is that Nessie is it?"

In response, another person can be heard saying: "Well, it's certainly something odd."

This comes after a mysterious shape was captured on sonar last week by seasoned Loch Ness skipper, Shaun Sloggie.

A Loch Ness Centre spokesperson said: "The Loch Ness Centre has announced a significant finding from its Deepscan cruise, which employs advanced radar technology to explore the depths of Loch Ness daily.

"Recently, the radar system recorded a sizeable reading that has sparked intrigue and speculation among researchers and enthusiasts.

"The radar system, specifically designed to detect underwater objects and formations, identified a distinct anomaly in the loch.

"While the exact nature of these readings remains under investigation, preliminary analysis suggests they could represent substantial underwater presences or potentially large aquatic creatures inhabiting the loch.

"The reading on Thursday 3rd October at n57°14.850 w004°31.688 suggests there was a disturbance on the loch bed.

"The Deepscan cruise uses cutting-edge technology to investigate the unique underwater environment of Loch Ness.

"With the use of sonar and radar systems, a hydrophone and most recently a state-of-the-art holographic camera, Deepscan has been able to provide us with a detailed understanding of the loch to date."

General Manager of The Loch Ness Centre, Nagina Ishaq, added: “These radar readings have raised many questions about what lurks in the depths of Loch Ness.

"Our Deepscan cruise has consistently aimed to deepen our understanding of the loch’s ecosystem, and this finding shows that there are still many unknows about the loch.

"We are currently working with Loch Ness researchers to conduct further analysis of these readings which hopefully mark a major milestone in the search for Nessie.”