EP 17: CADDY & WASHINGTON STATE!

We've reached the third stop on this road trip and I found out something pretty interesting! You know how we only really think of the Loch Ness Monster as being the sea creature that calls the ocean home? Well obviously now we know that he's not alone because of Colossal Claude, but there are actually multiple creatures that call the deep sea their home. Which leads me to introduce you all to Caddy! A serpent like sea creature that calls the waters between Canada and Washington State home. With over 300 sightings since the 1930's it would be amazing if there was one picture of this unrealistic beast, but unfortunately there isn't. So listen to todays episode and see if you were one of the quote unquote lucky people to see the greatness that is Caddy.

An Illustration of Cadboro Bay, where Caddy was first reported to have been seen

The creature found in the stomach of a sperm whale

The “extinct” creature people believe Caddy is

An ancient drawing of a giant sea creature

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