50 Times People Saw Something ‘Mildly Interesting’ And Knew The Best Group To Share It In (New Pics)

The world around us is endlessly fascinating. Granted, some things are more interesting than others and might blow our minds. Butmildly interestingfacts have made a name for themselves as the favorites of the internet. They’re not about anything groundbreaking, but they’re interesting still.For example, did you know a banana is technically a berry? I bet you can find this and similar mildly interesting facts on thesubredditdedicated to sharing pictures of just them. This list is for the times you don’t want to be too shocked orfascinated. Some mild excitement will do.This post may includeaffiliate links.

For example, did you know a banana is technically a berry? I bet you can find this and similar mildly interesting facts on thesubredditdedicated to sharing pictures of just them. This list is for the times you don’t want to be too shocked orfascinated. Some mild excitement will do.

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“Missing cat poster with ‘Found’ notice, showing a black and white cat, reflecting a mildly interesting outcome."

Hand holding a small plant with purple flowers, showcasing something mildly interesting.

A person holding a skunk in an indoor setting, showcasing something mildly interesting.

The Mildly Interesting community is quite legendary at this point. With its 24 million members and almost 13 years under its belt, they’re clearly doing something right. Or perhaps they just hit the internet jackpot: people don’t want to be wowed all the time, they don’t want superlatives.Sometimes, somewhere in between exciting and boring is just as good. Still, it’s interesting to explore how these things happen, so, let’s go through some of these mildly interesting objects together in no particular order, shall we?

Sometimes, somewhere in between exciting and boring is just as good. Still, it’s interesting to explore how these things happen, so, let’s go through some of these mildly interesting objects together in no particular order, shall we?

A mildly interesting used knife sharpening receipt with a latex bandage attached on a counter.

Hand holding a large, intricately patterned moth, showcasing mildly interesting details on its wings.

Five kittens sleeping around an empty pet bed, showcasing something mildly interesting.

Wall display of various cake pans in protective bags, showcasing a mildly interesting store setup.

Plate with alphabet-shaped tater tot amidst spaghetti, a mildly interesting food arrangement.

Heart-shaped medical patches on a patient’s back in a hospital setting; mildly interesting observation.

How about thatpictureof the gorgeous Atlas moth? They’re one of thebiggest insectsin the world, their wingspan stretching to 27 centimeters (nine inches) across. Their caterpillars are very hungry (probably due to their size) and spend almost their every waking second eating, but the moths themselves don’t feed at all after emerging from the cocoon.

Pumpkin with bite marks arranged to resemble a surprised face, sitting on a stand outside a door, mildly interesting find.

Mildly interesting milk spill resembling a playful seal on a dark surface.

Deer standing on a forest path, observing curiously, with houses visible in the background, offering a mildly interesting scene.

Cats might undergo a change in thecolor of their furas they grow into adulthood, did you know that? And no, it’s not because they’re getting old and grey. Some breeds, like the Himalayan, Siamese, and Burmese might have agenetic mutationthat makes their fur darken in the winter months when there is less sun exposure.

Purple and green aurora borealis illuminating the night sky over a calm landscape.

Display of Opill daily oral contraceptive packs in a store, newly available over the counter.

Shadow of a bicycle on a pole creates a mildly interesting optical illusion of a creature.

This personfounda tiny pearl in an oyster they were eating. Expertsestimatethat the chances of that happening are one in 10,000. And even if you find a pearl in your dinner the next time you eat a mollusk, it’s unlikely it’ll have any monetary value. Most pearls people have found in food are too tiny to be worth a fortune.

Mildly interesting skeleton display with colorful decorations and framed photos in a public setting.

Cat lying on the floor and in a small box, showcasing a mildly interesting moment.

A hand holding a blue dog toy with “Game Over, Your Dog Won” text, showcasing something mildly interesting.

I don’t know about you, but I’d file thebathroomsat Mammoth Cave National Park under something more than mildly interesting. Thenational parkis home to the largest-known cave system in the world and has over 600,000 visitors every year. The tile work in the bathroom complements the natural rock surface of the cave beautifully, and the bathroom itself is 275 feet below the ground.

A unique pepper with vibrant colors resembling a tiny vegetable bouquet in someone’s hand, showcasing something mildly interesting.

Golf ball with numbers written in each dimple, an example of something mildly interesting.

Hand holding a tiny pearl found in food at a restaurant, displaying a mildly interesting discovery.

One Redditorsharedan interesting beverage: a foam beer they got served in Japan. That’s actually a thing from the Czech Republic, which people refer to as “milk.” Don’t worry, there’s no dairy in it; it’s just atechniqueof pouring beer. You’re supposed to drink it quickly before it melts back into ordinary beer. People says it tastes sweet and creamy, but I’ll have to get back to you with that one once I try it myself.

Mildly interesting scene of a stop sign illuminated at night on a quiet street corner.

Close-up of a large, ribbed seashell with fine hairs on rocks, showcasing something mildly interesting found by the sea.

Mildly interesting display of stacked mussel shells on a plate with fork and knife.

The Mildly Interesting subreddit also sees some disasters from time to time, like thisleaking Himalayan salt lamp. It’s actually prettynormalfor these lamps to leak water. Salt lamps draw moisture from the air, and if they’re in very humid environments, they will eventually leak. In some cases, a leaking Himalayan salt lamp is a sign of authenticity!

Person wearing green shoes next to a large snail on wet bricks, showing something mildly interesting.

Four irises labeled “Mom,” “Dad,” “Kid 1,” and “Kid 2,” showcasing mildly interesting variations in eye patterns.

Mildly interesting bento box with giraffe-shaped omelette and colorful vegetables.

This person had their houseburn down, but the American cheese in the fridge, apparently, made it out just fine. People like to say that it’s because of plastic or some mysterious chemicals in it, but Kraftclaimedit’s because their cheese only melts at lower temperatures. That’s because of the emulsifiers which they use to bind the proteins and the fat in the cheese.

Apple with a heart-shaped spot on a countertop, showcasing something mildly interesting.

Mildly interesting: a burnt appliance next to a preserved cheese slice in plastic wrap.

Molcajete on stove with sauce simmering, showcasing mildly interesting cooking technique.

Mildly interesting pattern of colorful stone and carpet blending on a floor near a brown couch.

Mildly interesting: Green plants growing along the edge of a house roof under a blue sky.

Colorful consent badges on display, each with different messages, priced at $8, showcasing something mildly interesting.

Twisted tree branch creating a natural loop in a forest, showcasing something mildly interesting.

Skin with an imprint of a safety pin shape, showcasing a mildly interesting pattern.

Grass growing on top of a street sign post with trees and a road in the background, something mildly interesting.

Color swatches in various shades, from Steel Blue to Multicolor, showing something mildly interesting.

Unique boots with toe-shaped soles, one upright and one lying down, showcasing a mildly interesting design.

Public bathroom with rocky ceiling, featuring urinals and tiled walls; a mildly interesting architectural choice.

Colorful confetti mixed with cables on a concrete floor, capturing a mildly interesting scene.

Wooden swing seat with grass growing, hanging against bamboo fence, showcasing something mildly interesting.

Concert scene with a green glow, featuring a shadowy silhouette on stage, captivating a large crowd experiencing something mildly interesting.

Snakes tangled in a plant, showcasing a mildly interesting nature scene.

Stroh’s beer can found inside a wall among rubble, an example of something mildly interesting.