The Economic Times

Blood Falls Antarctica mystery solved: Scientists have finally discovered the reason behind the red water falls

A startling red waterfall, Blood Falls, flows in Antarctica's McMurdo Dry Valleys. Scientists have uncovered its secret. The crimson color comes from an ancient, iron-rich lake trapped for millions of years. When this water meets oxygen, iron oxidizes, creating the striking red hue. This isolated ecosystem hosts unique microbes, offering insights into Earth's past and potential life beyond our planet.