"Wahpper can be found at the north end of Wahpeton, on the banks of the Red River within the Kidder Dam Recreation Area.The sculpture is 40 feet long, 12 feet tall (including its pedestal) and weighs more than 5,000 pounds.

"Wahpeton's Visitor's Committee (now the Convention and Visitors Bureau) viewed a giant sculpture as a good way to market the town and its natural resources. The Red River is formed by the Bois de Sioux and Otter Tail Rivers, and the headwaters is in Wahpeton; people come from multiple states to fish the river's abundant channel catfish. $12,000 was raised to create the sculpture, which was raised by multiple organizations, including the Wahpeton Visitors Committee, the Wahpeton Park Board, and local businesses. It was placed at the site on August 3, 1997, with a opening celebration that included serving catfish to guests.

"The artist was Dave Oswold, the same sculptor that created other fiberglass creations such as Salem Sue in New Salem, North Dakota and the 143-foot long sculpture of a muskie at the National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame in Hayward, Wisconsin. The fish's name, "Wahpper," is a playful nod towards a very big fish, or a "whopper," combined with the town's name. During the river's spring flooding, the sculpture is surrounded by water, giving the impression the fish is swimming." (Wikipedia)

"Wahpper is the world's largest catfish at 40 feet long, 12 feet tall and weighing in at 5,000 pounds," the North Dakota Tourism says.

"Wahpper is located at the Kidder Recreation Area in Wahpeton. Be sure to stop by and snap a selfie on your next trip to Wahpeton."

"Called the "Wahpper," in a play on words, this 40-foot, 5000 pound fiberglass sculpture of a catfish was commissioned by the Visitors Committee in Wahpeton, North Dakota. It was crafted by artist Dave Oswald of DWO Fiberglass Company," the Waymarking.com says.

"The Wahpper is on a pedestal in Kidder Recreation Area, along the Red River. During heavy flooding, the catfish can appear to be swimming.

"There is no admission fee to visit the "World's Largest Catfish," and the site is available 24 hours a day year round. Free off-street parking, and there is even a boat ramp."

"Wahpeton has many wonderful attractions and events to keep your family and friends entertained while visiting," the Visit Wahpeton says..

"Worlds Largest Catfish: North of 18th Avenue off 4th Street North, Wahpeton. Shoreline fishing, fishing pier, boat launch, camping and "Wahpper", the world's largest catfish!"

"40 feet long, 5,000 lbs, known to the citizens of Wahpeton as "The Wahpper." Strategically placed to draw envious stares from Minnesota, which is only 100 feet away across the river," the Roadside America says.

"Locally referred to as the Wahpper, this 40' catfish is billed as the world's largest. When we checked into the motel the clerk asked why we had come to Wahpeton. We replied, "We have come to see the catfish."

"We were given directions and the next morning went to see the fish. A man was doing repairs and started to move aside to allow us to take pictures. We asked that he let us take his picture along with us, and we then learned that he was the artist who had created this sculpture along with many others. His name is Dave Oswald, from Sparta, WI. His company is called DWO Fiberglass Company......very interesting fellow."

"Everything you want in a roadside catfish! He's real big, he's real fat, and he looks real greasy!" the Road Trippers says.

"An easy stop just off a main highway, and as far as world's largest fish breeds go, of which I've seen many across this great country, thus far, the Wahpeton Wahpper is the biggest!"

"This Giant Catfish statue is 40 feet long and 12 feet tall, making it the world's largest catfish statue," the Roadside Architecture says.

"It has been named the Wahpper. The statue was built by Dave Oswald of DWO Fiberglass and installed at the Kidder Recreation Area in 1997.

"While some may not believe this colossal catch, the Wahpeton Wahpper is no fish tale. At 40 feet long, 12 feet high and weighing roughly 5,000 pounds, there’s a reason this fabulous fish is the world’s largest catfish. While it’s not likely you’ll hook a fish this hulking, the Wahpper does take an occasional dip in the water. Because of its waterfront placement, locals say that when the Red River floods, it looks like the Wahpeton Wahpper is swimming in the current," the Olio In Iowa says.

"Fun fact: The Wahpeton Wahpper was built by Dave Oswald, the same Wisconsin artist who created Salem Sue and other well-known roadside attractions.

"The aptly named Wahpper calls the town of Wahpeton in southeastern North Dakota home. Located just across the river from the Minnesota border, the easiest way to access the Wahpeton Wahpper is through Wahpeton’s Kidder Recreation Area."

"Is it really a trip to Wahpeton if you don’t take a photo with the World’s Largest Catfish? We think not," the Postcard Jar says.

"Wahpper can be found at the north end of town, on the banks of the Red River within the Kidder Dam Recreation Area.

"The sculpture is 40 feet long, 12 feet tall (including its pedestal) and weighs more than 5,000 pounds. Fun fact: the artist was Dave Oswold, the sculptor of another famous fiberglass creation: Salem Sue in New Salem, North Dakota."

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