Pepie
Overview
Aquatic Creature
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(2/5)
Description
Lake monster in Lake Pepin on Mississippi River between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Described as serpentine, 20-40 feet long, with multiple humps. Native Dakota people have traditional stories. Modern sightings date to 1800s with reports continuing to present.
Behavior
Surfaces occasionally, creates wakes, shy of boats
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Minnesota, USA
Minnesota, USA
Habitat:
Lake Pepin (Mississippi River)
Lake Pepin (Mississippi River)
Characteristics
Size:
20-40 feet long
20-40 feet long
Historical Context
First Reported:
Dakota tradition, 1800s settler reports
Dakota tradition, 1800s settler reports
Folklore Origins:
Dakota indigenous tradition, ongoing sightings
Dakota indigenous tradition, ongoing sightings
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