Orbsites

Orbsites are a term sometimes used in paranormal and ufological contexts to describe anomalous light phenomena that appear in photographs or videos, often appearing as translucent or glowing spheres. These phenomena are frequently interpreted by believers as spirits, ghosts, or extraterrestrial craft.

Skeptics and scientific explanations typically attribute orbsites to photographic artifacts. Common causes include dust particles, moisture, insects, or small reflective objects illuminated by a flash or light source close to the camera lens. The angle of the light, the lens aperture, and the camera's focus can all contribute to the appearance of orbs.

The phenomenon gained popularity with the rise of digital photography, where such artifacts can be more easily captured and disseminated. Various websites and forums are dedicated to collecting and discussing images of orbsites, with proponents often believing them to be evidence of the supernatural or unexplained. However, no scientific evidence has ever been presented to validate the existence of orbsites as independent entities or phenomena beyond conventional explanations. Investigations into reported orb sightings rarely uncover evidence that cannot be explained by physics or common environmental factors.