Scientists baffled as ancient trail marks turn out to be the result of questionable human habits.

In a shocking turn of events that has archaeologists scratching their heads, the famed ‘Iron Mark’ has been discovered to be an oversized poop emoji created by ancient hikers too proud to find a restroom. As researchers peeled back the layers of grime, they found not only evidence of questionable hygiene but also the unwarranted pride of humanity’s more perplexing moments. This revelation raises numerous questions about our ancestors’ outdoor etiquette and the lengths they went to make their mark in the world, or rather, on the trail. Perhaps the only real mystery left is, how did such a captivating piece of history go unnoticed for so long?