Colossal Claude
Overview
Aquatic Creature
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(3/5)
Description
Sea serpent off Oregon coast, particularly near Columbia River Bar. Described as 40 feet long with horse-like head and large eyes. Famous account from crew of Columbia River lightship in 1934. Witnesses describe creature with smooth skin and undulating swimming motion.
Behavior
Surfaces occasionally, horse-like head, undulating motion
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Oregon, USA
Oregon, USA
Habitat:
Pacific Ocean off Oregon coast, Columbia River area
Pacific Ocean off Oregon coast, Columbia River area
Characteristics
Size:
40 feet long
40 feet long
Historical Context
First Reported:
1930s, particularly 1934 lightship sighting
1930s, particularly 1934 lightship sighting
Folklore Origins:
1930s Oregon coast sightings, lightship crew report
1930s Oregon coast sightings, lightship crew report
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