| Herring Cove Sea Serpent | |
|---|---|
 A Herring Cove in witness sea serpent at 1886 | |
| Background | |
| Type | Cryptid |
| Continent | North America |
| Country | United States |
| One-Time? | Yes |
| Theories | · Cryptid |
The Herring Cove Sea Serpent is an sea serpent that was witnessed in 1886, an unknown newspaper reported a sighting by Herring Cove, Provincetown, Massachusetts. George W. Ready witnessed the serpent rising out of a steam-emitting whirlpool. He described the creature as being approximately 300 feet long, 20 feet in diameter, and adorned with six eyes on sprouts.
The sighting of sea serpents has been a recurring phenomenon throughout history, with numerous accounts documented across different cultures and time periods. These sightings have often sparked public fascination and debate about the existence of such creatures.
Appearance[]
The witness that described the serpent rising out of a steam-emitting whirlpool. He described the creature as being approximately 300 feet long, 20 feet in diameter, and adorned with six eyes on sprouts.
Possible Explanations[]
There are several explanations as to what the creature could be. Theories include:
- An undiscovered species (a Cryptid)
- A sea serpent
Trivia[]
- George W. Ready aligns with the exaggerated and fantastical nature often associated with sea serpent sightings. The reported dimensions and features of the creature are far beyond the scope of any known marine species.