Smallest Volcano In The World? Tiny Formation Has A Conical Shape And Emits Strange Substance Through A Small Hole At The Top

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 13/07/2025 at 10:25

Menor vulcão do mundo foi batizado de “Olho de Águia” – (crédito: Instituto Geofísico do Peru)

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An unusual phenomenon surprised residents of the mountainous region of Cusco, in southern Peru. A small gray mound, just 60 centimeters tall, appeared in the ground and began to expel a dark, muddy substance. The structure resembles a miniature volcano, with a conical shape and a crater on top, similar to large traditional volcanoes.

The discovery attracted attention not only for its appearance but also for the material oozing from the central hole. Over time, the mud solidified, forming a dark, hard crust.

Faced with the unusual scene, Arturo Mamani, a local community leader of Inca descent, nicknamed the formation “Eagle’s Eye.”

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Despite the nickname and the appearance reminiscent of a classic volcano, experts clarified that the phenomenon is not related to volcanic activity.

Dr. Hernando Tavera, head of the Peruvian Geophysical Institute (IGP), linked to the Ministry of the Environment (MINAM), explained that it is a mud cone and not a true volcano.

According to Dr. Tavera, structures like this arise when underground gases, such as methane and carbon dioxide, rise to the surface and drag clay sediments mixed with water.

The result is the formation of a small conical mound with a central crater, similar to that of a volcano, but without the presence of magma.

“This type of phenomenon occurs naturally. The mud, water, and gases emerge from the underground, forming this structure,” explained the IGP representative.

He emphasized that the discovered cone is not related to active volcanoes in the south of the country and that its origin is completely different.

Even without eruption risks, the phenomenon requires attention. Dr. Tavera warned that the composition of the mud could have environmental impacts.

If it contains pollutant substances, there is a possibility of contaminating nearby water sources. Therefore, the IGP is closely monitoring the case.

The technical team continues to evaluate the formation. The goal is to better understand the behavior of the mud cone and its possible environmental implications.

The analyses aim to provide safe and scientific information to the local population and authorities.

With information from Correio Brasiliense.

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