United Kingdom, Jan. 30 -- Prince William asked a scientist if she could find the Loch Ness Monster.

The 42-year-old royal paid a visit to DNA research organisation NatureMetrics on Wednesday (29.01.25) and as he learned more about the organisation's work extracting environmental DNA (eDNA) from water, air, and soil samples, he questioned founder Dr. Kat Bruce on whether their work would help people learn more about the mythical creature, which is said to live in Loch Ness in the Scottish highlands.

According to the Telegraph, he asked: "Everyone will want to know. Does this mean you can find the Loch Ness Monster?"

The scientist admitted efforts had been made but only eels had been found in the loch.

She said: "People have tried. Peo...