Caddy (Cadborosaurus)
Overview
Aquatic Creature
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(3/5)
Description
Sea serpent in Pacific Northwest waters, particularly around Vancouver Island and Puget Sound. Described with horse-like head, long neck, serpentine body up to 50 feet long. Native Salish people have traditional stories. Famous 1937 'Naden Harbour carcass' photographed. Washington state's most famous sea cryptid.
Behavior
Surfaces to breathe, horse-like head and neck, undulating motion
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Washington, USA
Washington, USA
Habitat:
Puget Sound, Pacific waters off Washington coast
Puget Sound, Pacific waters off Washington coast
Characteristics
Size:
20-50 feet long
20-50 feet long
Historical Context
First Reported:
Salish indigenous tradition, 1930s modern documentation
Salish indigenous tradition, 1930s modern documentation
Folklore Origins:
Salish indigenous tradition, 1930s+ sightings
Salish indigenous tradition, 1930s+ sightings
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