Texas is big, bold, and apparently irresistible to aliens. Whether it's weird lights, mysterious beams, or what some are now calling a "squid-shaped interdimensional visitor," the Lone Star State is practically a cosmic hotspot. So where are aliens hanging out most often? Let's rank the top cities where Texans swear something not-from-this-world is hovering in the sky.
With over 435 reported UFO sightings since 1995, Houston isn't just Space City for NASA, it's apparently Space City for little green men, too. From flickering orbs to giant jellyfish-shaped sky squids, Houstonians are either really observant or on the best mix of conspiracy and cough syrup. Either way, aliens love H-Town.
Recently, Dallas made headlines with a viral video claiming to show a "squid-shaped UFO" through a telescope. Was it real? AI-generated? An oddly reflective weather balloon with a superiority complex? We may never know, but Dallas has now officially entered the chat and it's tentacled.
San Antonio has its fair share of sky drama, from fast-moving lights to flying saucer-shaped cloud formations that totally aren't just clouds. Locals say the sightings spike every time there's a Spurs game or Fiesta. Coincidence? The aliens may just be fans of Tex-Mex and confetti.
Of course Austin would make this list. Where else would you expect aliens to visit other than the city known for drum circles, food trucks, and cosmic energy? Multiple Austinites have reported pulsing lights and "spinning disks," although some of those may just be drone art shows gone rogue.
The clear skies of West Texas make El Paso a prime viewing spot for anything out of the ordinary. Residents have shared footage of hovering orbs and triangle-shaped craft, but it's unclear if that's aliens or just military stuff they're not supposed to talk about. Either way, the desert is watching and apparently, so is something else.
Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or just someone who enjoys a good alien meme, Texas clearly has something the UFOs can't resist. Maybe it's the barbecue. Maybe it's Buc-ee's. Maybe they're just lost and using I-10 as a galactic highway. Whatever the reason, one thing's clear: if the aliens land, there's a good chance they'll pick Texas.