There is the Mars Plain, a vast expanse of which is 2,800 miles wide, attracting attention in the exciting quest to find alien life. Scientists have identified this region of Mars as ideal subsurface conditions to support extraterrestrial life.

Asidalia Planitia: Home of Alien Life

acidalia Planitia may have communities of foreign bacteria living in the house beneath its surface. The name “Acidalia Planitia” has a great connotation suitable for this remarkable feature of Mars. Scientists led by Andrea Butturini from the University of Barcelona believe that the area has the perfect combination of water, heat and energy in the soil to support foreign bacteria. This balance makes it a promising target for future research and discovery.

drilling into the surface of Mars

The hypothesis about potential alien life on Mars can be confirmed by drilling on the Martian surface. This ambitious mission requires advanced technology and potentially significant crewed missions. The process involves identifying specific drilling locations based on available geological data. Researchers are trying to penetrate Mars’ crust to uncover evidence of life-supporting conditions hidden beneath it.

“This is a promising target region for future missions to search for extant life in the interior of Mars,” the researchers wrote.

Success in this effort could fundamentally change our understanding of Mars and its potential for life. But challenges include creating reliable drilling systems that can withstand harsh Martian conditions and securing international cooperation to finance such a large-scale project. If it happens, it could be a major milestone in humanity’s quest to answer the age-old question: Are we alone in the universe?

Discovery of methane and alien life on Mars

This discovery isn’t just about the potential search for extraterrestrial life. This also relates to questions regarding the presence of methane in the Martian atmosphere. Methanogens, bacteria that produce methane, may explain the presence of this gas.

Methanogens thrive on Earth in extreme conditions such as high temperatures, hypersaline water, and intense radiation. Swamps, swamps, and even the intestines of herbivores are home to these resistant microorganisms. Their ability to survive without oxygen, organic nutrients, or sunlight makes it possible for methanogens to find suitable habitats on Mars.

The mystery of methane is being solved

However, the debate regarding the presence of methane in the Martian atmosphere is still unresolved. Some scientists also suggest that non-biological processes, such as volcanic or hydrothermal activity, may also produce this gas. A more skeptical group doubts whether methane exists on Mars, citing inconsistencies in observations.

If the presence of methane is confirmed, it could indicate the existence of underground life or previously unknown geological processes. Whatever its origin, the search for methane underscores the need to identify potential microbial habitats on Mars. It could solve these mysteries and lead to the spectacular discovery of extraterrestrial life.

Drilling beneath the surface of Mars

The European Space Agency (ESA) plans to launch the Rosalind Franklin rover in 2028, equipped with a drill that can penetrate up to two meters into the Martian surface. However, this depth does not reach the habitable zone determined by Butturini’s team. To discover this potential microbial nirvana, scientists will need to drill down to five miles below the surface.

Southern Planitia acidalia is the focus of these studies. This area is rich in clay and carbonate deposits and there are also signs of groundwater activity. At temperatures between 32 and 50°F, liquid water can mix with Martian soil. Where there is water, there is the possibility of life. Although these findings are awaiting peer review, they have already attracted the attention of the scientific community. They narrow the search for extraterrestrial life and strengthen evidence for the presence of methane in the Martian atmosphere.

Past and present alien life on Mars

Located in the northern hemisphere of Mars, the acidalia Planitia is part of the planet’s great plain. Its relief is a mixture of smooth plains and mysterious polygonal patterns that hint at ancient geological processes. The plain is believed to be a remnant of an ancient ocean whose surface was formed by water activity and volcanic currents.

Additionally, acidalia Planitia contains some of the planet’s largest impact craters, which may have revealed deeper layers of Martian history. These features make it a scientifically rich site for studying both past and potentially current alien life on Mars. Researchers also suggest that underground ice deposits in this region could be a valuable resource for future missions to Mars.