The Stronsay Beast — Scotland 1808, and the decomposed shark explanation doesn't really work

September 1808, a massive carcass washes up on Stronsay, one of the Orkney islands off northern Scotland. Witnesses measured it at around 55 feet. It had a small head, long neck, six 'paws' or appendages, and a bristly mane along the spine. Multiple witnesses signed sworn affidavits. The Wernerian N……