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Cadborosaurus
A sea serpent nicknamed 'Caddy' has been reported hundreds of times off the coast of British Columbia. Long neck, horse-like head, humped body. In 1937, one was allegedly found in a whale's stomach.
1933 - Present
Pacific Coast, British Columbia, Canada
500+ witnesses
Cadborosaurus is the Pacific Northwest’s own sea serpent.
The Legend
According to documented accounts:
First reported in 1933:
- In Cadboro Bay, Victoria
- Hence the name
- Hundreds of sightings since
- Called “Caddy” affectionately
- Consistent descriptions
The Description
Witnesses report:
- Long serpentine body
- Horse-like head
- Large eyes
- Humped back
- 40-70 feet long
The 1937 Discovery
Most compelling evidence:
- Found in whale stomach
- At Naden Harbour whaling station
- Photographed
- 10-foot creature
- Long neck, flippers
Indigenous Knowledge
First Nations people:
- Have stories of similar creatures
- Called “T’chain-ko”
- Long oral tradition
- Respected and feared
- Centuries of knowledge
Notable Sightings
Significant reports:
- 1933 original sighting
- 1937 whale stomach specimen
- 1947 multiple witnesses
- 1984 Kelly Nash video
- Ongoing reports
Scientific Interest
Researchers suggest:
- Unknown species
- Prehistoric survivor
- Unusual seal behavior
- Unknown pinniped
- Worthy of study