Chilean Fisherman's Underwater Cannabis Discovery Debunked as Hoax

A recent claim about a Chilean fisherman discovering underwater cannabis has been debunked as a hoax. According to an article on Worldwide Marijuana Seeds, the fisherman reportedly found a unique strain of cannabis while fishing off the Chilean coast two years ago. However, further investigation reveals no credible evidence to support this claim

The story describes how the fisherman, while catching turbot, supposedly snagged an unidentified plant, which marine biologists at the Chilean Aquaculture Center allegedly identified as cannabis sativa. The strain was humorously named 'Amigo de pescador,' or 'friend of the fisherman.' However, the lack of corroboration from other sources and the absence of the biologist in question raise serious doubts about the story's authenticity

Camilla Roja, a purported biologist at the Aquaculture Center, was quoted saying the discovery was unusual but plausible given Chile's long history with cannabis cultivation. She speculated that the plants might have low THC levels. Despite this, the absence of any legitimate records or peer-reviewed studies casts doubt on the existence of both the strain and the biologist

The notion of underwater cannabis strains challenges basic botanical science, as cannabis is known to thrive in air, not underwater. Transforming a plant to grow underwater would require significant genetic mutations, which have not been documented in cannabis. This scientific improbability further undermines the credibility of the story

The debunking of this story serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying unusual claims, especially in the cannabis industry where misinformation can easily spread. As cannabis continues to gain legal and cultural acceptance worldwide, distinguishing fact from fiction remains crucial for industry credibility and informed public discourse