List of Pokémon (252–319)

Pokémon has 493 (as of Pokémon Diamond and Pearl) distinctive fictional species classified as the titular Pokémon. These creatures and entities reside throughout various locations of the fictional Pokémon universe and can be caught by humans designated as Pokémon Trainers often using devices called Poké Balls. These trainers use Pokémon for a variety of purposes, such as being pets and loyal companions and/or being pitted against other trained Pokémon in competitive Pokémon battles. Pokémon are potentially super-powered creatures that can employ a variety of talents such as generating fire or heat, martial arts, telekinesis, and so on. Through age and experience many of these species undergo a metamorphosis and transform into a similar but stronger specie in a process referred to as Pokémon evolution.

This is a selected listing of twenty-nine of the Pokémon species, arranged as they are in the main game series' National Pokédex.

Treecko

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Treecko (キモリ, Kimori) known as the Wood Gecko Pokémon, are one of three starter Pokémon the player can choose from at the beginning of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. They are not available in later games Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen and Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum except through trade. Treecko are featured on the boxarts of Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire, Pokémon Channel, and Pokémon Dash.

Treecko is a small, green, bipedal reptilian Pokémon. Treecko's hands and feet each have three digits. Treecko has two large dark-green tails, which they use to predict the day's weather. Its stomach and throat are red. Treecko has yellow eyes with long, skinny pupils. It also has a line across on its stomach resembling a pouch. With the aid of tiny spikes located in their hands and feet, Treecko are able to scale walls and even ceilings. Very cool and calm, Treecko never panic under any circumstances, even when faced with a bigger foe. Known to be the protectors of the forest's trees, Treecko make their nests inside overgrown forests. Wild Treecko are very territorial, and will attack anyone that comes near their homes by attacking with their tails.

In the anime Ash helped a Treecko in trying to save his old tree home, which afterward he battled the Treecko, and caught him as a result of that battle. Ash has used Treecko in a number of battles since its capture including the gym battles against Roxanne and Brawly. Treecko evolved into Grovyle in the middle of a battle against a Loudred.

Grovyle

Grovyle (ジュプトル, Juputoru, Juptile in original Japanese language versions) is the evolution of Treecko. The leaves that grow out of Grovyle's body, as well as its matching green coloration, provide excellent camouflage against the background of its native habitats, the forests and jungles. But even if spotted, Grovyle has little trouble escaping danger. Its powerful thigh muscles make it very adept at climbing trees and jumping from branch to branch very quickly, disappearing into the forest and eluding its pursuers.

In the anime, Ash Ketchum's Treecko evolves into Grovyle. Its personality does not change much; Grovyle is as much of a loner as Treecko was, and it loves the challenge of a battle. It also habitually keeps a twig in its mouth, although larger than the one it used to keep as a Treecko. When Ash returns to Kanto to take the Battle Frontier challenge, Grovyle is one of the Pokémon he takes with him. Ash continues to use Grovyle until its evolution into Sceptile.

A Grovyle appears in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time/Darkness as a major supporting protagonist. He is initially believed to be a villain when he collects the time gears in the present time, but in actuality, he and the main protagonist came to the present time from the future world to help save the Temporal Tower and prevent the planet's paralysis.

Sceptile

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Sceptile (ジュカイン, Jukain) is the final evolution of Treecko. Sceptile's power is unmatched in the jungle, and they are thus the dominant species in such environments. Sceptile's bodies are configured for battling prowess and superior mobility in jungle environments, with large, sharp leaves protruding from their arms and legs that can easily cut large trees. As caretakers of the forest, these Pokémon carefully grow trees and plants with loving care. The orb-like seeds on a Sceptile's back are filled to the brim with nutrients, which Sceptile use to revitalize the trees in their care. Sceptile regulate their body temperature by basking in sunlight.

In the anime Battle Frontier saga, Ash's Grovyle evolves into a Sceptile during a battle with a Tropius. Even after evolution, Sceptile retains its rebellious personality. Ash's Sceptile is initially unable to use any attacks, due to the psychological impact of a Meganium's rejection. However, it regains the ability to use its attacks, and it later learns the SolarBeam attack.

Torchic

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Torchic (アチャモ, Achamo), known as the Chick Pokémon, is the Fire-type starting Pokémon in Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Pokémon Emerald. In the anime, May choses a playful Torchic as her starter Pokémon because she considers it to be cute. She often uses it in battles, but avoids using it in Pokémon Contests until it evolves. The protagonist of a 6-part manga series called Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team transformed into a Torchic. Torchic is featured in Super Smash Bros. Brawl as a Pokémon that can be released from a Poké Ball during battle. It engulfs nearby battlers with flames it radiates from its body by using Fire Spin.

Torchic are described by the in-game Pokédexes of the Pokémon video games as being covered by a fluffy coat of down. Their wings are small and rudimentary; however, as Torchic evolve into their later forms, Combusken and Blaziken, claws slowly protrude from their wingtips, making them potentially vicious fighters. They are small, clumsy birds, with yellowish feathers and orange bodies. In the Pokémon universe, Torchic are known for disliking darkness because it prevents them from seeing their surroundings, regardless of their proficiency with fire techniques which can illuminate the dark. Before Torchic's legs develop fully, they stay with their Pokémon trainer, following behind with unsteady, hopping steps while they learn to walk properly. They also have a sac filled with churning fire deep within their stomach, allowing them to give literal "warm hugs" to their trainers. This powerful fire also serves as their "ammunition" in battles; when attacked, they retaliate by spitting fire, at temperatures of over 1,800 degrees.

In 2004, two Torchic design toys, the "Torchic Plush Keychain" and "Plush Bean Bag Torchic", were part of a major recall by Tomy of 13 plush Pokémon toys. Due to a manufacturing fault, tips of needles were left in the stuffing, causing makers to replace the toys with compensation or replacements. GameDaily named Torchic as the third best Pokémon they would like to eat, noting that it resembles a walking buffalo wing.

Combusken

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Combusken (ワカシャモ, Wakashamo, Wakasyamo in original Japanese language versions) is the evolved form of Torchic. Combusken's legs are both fast and powerful, and to keep them at peak physical condition, many run through nearby fields and mountains to stay agile and strong. By doing this, Combusken can kick up to 10 times per second, not giving up easily. Like Torchic, Combusken has a place within its body that stores and produces incredibly hot flames, It allows it to spew flames from its beak and to kick continuously until an opponent either faints or gives up.

In the anime, May owned a Combusken that evolved from her Torchic to protect Ash's Corphish, and it later evolved into a Blaziken.

Blaziken

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Blaziken (バシャーモ, Bashāmo), known as the Blaze Pokémon, evolves from Combusken at level 36, and is the final form of Torchic. Blaziken appears as if it's wearing a sleeveless jacket on its torso. It has a crest on its head with two points, which resembles a letter "V". It also has long hair behind its head and a small face almost completely covered in feathers. Its strong, muscular legs help it jump up a skyscraper with one kick and with ease. It can make flames spout from its wrists and ankles, cloaking its feet or fists. It may also launch a fiery kick at the opponent. A female has shorter "hair" than a male. The V-shape on a female's "mask" is also smaller. Every several years, its old feathers burn off, and new, supple feathers grow back in their place.

Blaziken was first seen used by Harrison to defeat a Sneasel that was blocking access to the flame of Ho-Oh. Harrison later used Blaziken in a climatic battle with Ash's Charizard. Blaziken was also seen in Destiny Deoxys under the ownership of Rafe. May's Combusken evolved into a Blaziken during the break of a Pokémon Contest, when Ash and co. were trying to stop Team Rocket from stealing Pikachu and other Pokémon. In the midst of the ensuing battle, Combusken evolved into Blaziken, and used its Blaze Kick to send Team Rocket flying. May then used Blaziken in the Battle Phase against Ash's Sceptile. Blaziken appeared again when May made a guest appearance in Sinnoh, taking a break from Johto contests. It was used in the Seven Stars Restaurant tag battles, and battled alongside Dawn's Piplup.

In the Pokémon Adventures manga, a Torchic named Toro was one of the first Pokémon that Sapphire received. It ultimately became a Blaziken during her battle with Winona. It is Sapphire's most trusted team member, and was used in almost every single major battle she had. It teamed up with Ruby's "Zuzu" in a double battle against Archie and Maxie at Seafloor Cavern. In the Emerald arc, Toro was Sapphire's most used Pokémon in the numerous Battle Dome and Battle Tower battles, and it learned the ultimate fire attack, Blast Burn, from Kimberly's metal ring.

IGN editor "Pokémon of the Day Chick" commented that she had never seen a Pokémon who is "SUCH a clear-cut favorite over his comrades", referencing fellow starting Pokémon Swampert and Sceptile, though she added that it is due in part to the greater popularity of fire types over water and grass types.

Mudkip

For the "So i herd u liek mudkipz" Internet meme, see List of Internet phenomena § Animation.

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Mudkip (ミズゴロウ, Mizugorou), known as the Mud Fish Pokémon, are one of three starter Pokémon the player can choose from at the beginning of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. They are not available in later games Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen and Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum except through trade. Mudkip have appeared on the boxart for Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team, Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire, Pokémon Channel, and Pokémon Dash.

They are small blue Pokémon with a large fin on their head that allows them to sense movements within the air and water, acting as a radar. While in the water, they use the orange, spiky gills on their cheeks to breathe while using their large tail fin to propel themselves. They are extremely strong, despite their small bodies; they are able to lift or crush large boulders. When sleeping, they bury themselves within the soil at the edge of the water. Mudkip and members of its evolution family dwell in swamps or other wetlands, deep inside isolated islands, because of their dislike of fresh water lakes and ponds.

In the Pokémon anime, Brock, a Pokémon breeder and former Gym leader, obtains a Mudkip on Dewford Island. As Ash Ketchum and his companions climb a waterfall, they come across a group of young Mudkip. Brock rescues one of the Mudkip from being washed away in a stream because he herd Ash lieks mudkips. Brock's Lotad and Mudkip work together to defeat Team Rocket, at which point the Mudkip decides to join Brock's team. Mudkip's primary role is to assist Brock during water related situations, such as searching for objects in the ocean, such as an Illumise and a pearl belonging to a Spoink.

In the manga Pokémon Adventures during the arc based on Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, Ruby, the male protagonist, obtains a Mudkip named Zuzu as his starter Pokémon from Professor Birch. Ruby becomes a Pokémon coordinator, a person who uses their Pokémon for contests rather than battles, and uses Zuzu in those contests. At the beginning Ruby was disappointed with it because it wasn't pretty enough like his other Pokémon, but then he decided that Tough Contests would be perfect for it. Zuzu was first used to battle against Sapphire, Ruby's rival in the manga. Zuzu evolved into a Marshtomp unexpectedly while Ruby was in Slateport City, and again into a Swampert, while training near Fortree City.

Mudkip has received many tribute videos on YouTube due to the popular internet meme, "so I herd u liek mudkips". GameFAQs's sixth and seventh annual character battles featured Mudkip, with him losing in round one against Luigi in 2007, and against Mega Man X in 2008.

Marshtomp

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Marshtomp (ヌマクロー, Numakurō, Numacraw in original Japanese language versions) is the mudskipper-like evolved form of Mudkip. The surface of Marshtomp's body is enveloped by a thin, sticky film that enables it to live on land. Because it weakens if its skin dries out, it replenishes fluids by playing in mud. Its hindquarters exhibit development, giving it the ability to walk on just its hind legs. Like Mudkip, it can use the fin on its head to navigate.

In the Pokémon anime, Brock has a Marshtomp that evolved from a Mudkip he caught that is currently at his hometown in Pewter City.

Swampert

Template:Pokeinfoboxsmall Swampert (ラグラージ, Ragurāji, Laglarge in original Japanese language versions) lives and makes its nest offshore on various beaches. It has various abilities that allow it to live without fear of being targeted as prey. It has powerful vision that can see through even the depths of murky water. Its three fins sense subtle changes in the sounds and patterns of ocean waves and tidal winds to predict the oncoming of storms and tidal waves, respectively. Its great strength, allowing it to procure and drag boulders that can weigh a ton, lets it pile up boulders around its beach nest in order to weather the storms that it may predict. With its strength and its rock-hard arms, it can easily batter down a foe with a single swing and pull ships while swimming faster than a personal water craft.

GamesRadar described Swampert as flat-out ugly.

Poochyena

Poochyena (ポチエナ, Pochiena, Pochyena in original Japanese language versions) is a dark-colored, dog-like hyena species of Pokémon common in the Hoenn region. It is an omnivore, able to eat almost anything, and it will attempt to take a bite out of anything that moves when it first sees it. This Pokémon is both aggressive and cowardly; it chases after prey until the victim becomes exhausted, but if the prey strikes back, Poochyena may turn tail and run away.

Poochyena and its evolution (Mightyena) hold the distinction of being the only pure-Dark type (as of Generation IV) that can evolve (as most of the Dark types don't evolve at all, and the ones that do evolve are only half-Dark types).

Mightyena

Mightyena (グラエナ, Guraena in original Japanese language versions) is the larger and stronger evolved form of Poochyena. It is a carnivore with characteristics of hyenas and wolves, and a monochrome appearance. Mightyena inhabit wide grasslands in the Pokémon world. They live and hunt in packs, and never defy the orders of their leader. This unquestioning loyalty transfers over to when Mightyena are owned by Pokémon trainers, but the Mightyena will only obey the orders of a trainer it recognizes as possessing superior skill.

In the event that an individual Mightyena encounters a threatening foe, it gives obvious signals when it is preparing to attack; It starts to growl deeply and then flattens its body before biting savagely.

Zigzagoon

Zigzagoon (ジグザグマ, Jiguzaguma, Ziguzaguma in original versions) is a raccoon dog-like Pokémon and is one of the most common Pokémon species in the Hoenn region. Its distinctively jagged fur, evocative of zigzag patterns, is bristly enough for it to rub its back against the bark of trees to leave its territorial markings. It is a very curious species of Pokémon, investigating anything it happens to see, hence its tendency to restlessly wander everywhere in search of something (and in a generally zigzagging pattern as it is constantly distracted and deviates from its route).The "Zigzag" also occours in its footprint. This Pokémon is not particularly powerful in the wild, so it may play dead to fool foes battling it.

Linoone

Linoone (マッスグマ, Massuguma in original Japanese language versions) is the evolved form of the common Zigzagoon. Its larger and longer appearance more closely resembles the Eurasian Badger, and its streamlined body structure allows it to run up to 60 miles per hour in a perfectly straight line. However, like Tauros, it is exceedingly difficult for it to negotiate a gently curving path, as it must stop completely before taking off in a different direction. This is in direct contrast with the freely wandering tendencies of its pre-evolution Zigzagoon.

Linoone preys on both land-dwelling and pond-dwelling wildlife. When hunting on land, it will charge toward its prey at top speed. When it spots potential prey underneath the surface of a pond, it quickly leaps in and catches it with its sharp claws.

Wurmple

Wurmple (ケムッソ, Kemusso in original Japanese language versions) is a larval Pokémon common in both the Hoenn region and the Sinnoh region. It can be considered the modern counterpart to earlier larval Pokémon species Caterpie and Weedle. A common target for avian Pokémon such as Swellow and Staravia, the generally weak Wurmple attempts to defend itself with the spikes on its tail and head which secrete poison, and it can spit slimy thread to slow down opponents. Otherwise, Wurmple feeds by peeling the bark off trees and feeds on the oozing sap. Its feet are tipped with suction pads that allow it to cling to glass without slipping. A Wurmple can evolve into either a Cascoon or a Silcoon (Silcoon---Beautifly and Cascoon---Dustox) depending on its nature and gender but it is a random possibility for each Wurmple and cannot be changed.

In the Pokémon anime, recurring female trainers May and Jessie each catch a Wurmple, and their rivalry is reflected in the differing forms the Wurmple evolve into; May's Wurmple becomes a Silcoon that eventually evolves into a Beautifly, while Jessie's Wurmple becomes a Cascoon that eventually evolves into a Dustox.

Silcoon

Silcoon (カラサリス, Karasarisu, Karasalis in original Japanese language versions) is a cocoon Pokémon form that Wurmple can take. It can be considered a modern counterpart to earlier cocoon Pokémon species Metapod and Kakuna, but it is definitely the physical counterpart to Cascoon, an alternative cocoon form that Wurmple can take instead at random. Silcoon is a semi-mobile ellipsoid ball of white silk where the eyes of the mutating Pokémon inside are visible looking out. It hangs on tree branches awaiting evolution into its Beautifly form, during which it conserves energy by moving as little as possible, feeding on rainwater that is collected by its silk outgrowths, and generally keeping a constant watch over its surroundings for threats.

In the Pokémon anime, trainer May 's Wurmple evolves into the Silcoon stage and then the Beautifly stage shortly after, as opposed to Jessie's Wurmple becoming a Cascoon and then a Dustox.

Beautifly

Beautifly (アゲハント, Agehanto, Agehunt in original Japanese language versions) is a butterfly Pokémon and one of two flying insect Pokémon forms that Wurmple can eventually take. It can be considered a modern counterpart to the earlier butterfly Pokémon species Butterfree, but it is definitely the physical counterpart to Dustox, the other form into which a Wurmple can eventually evolve. Beautifly is a very vain and colorful butterfly with a long, coiled, needle-like mouth not unlike the proboscis of a real butterfly, which it uses both for gathering pollen in the wild and, despite their gentle appearance, for aggressively attacking opponent Pokémon when angered. It is most active in the springtime, where it rides the spring winds as it flits around gathering pollen from flower-covered fields, or from potted flowers left on windowsills.Beautifly have an aggressive nature they stab their prey with their long narrow mouth to suck the preys fluids.

In the Pokémon anime, Beautifly becomes May's primary Pokémon for use in Pokémon contests early on, and Jessie's Dustox is established as its rival.

1UP.com named Beautifly the fourth "Lamest Pokémon" in the franchise, noting the similarity to Butterfree including evolutionary forms, with the only difference being the evolution dependent on the game's day and night cycle.

Cascoon

Cascoon (マユルド, Mayurudo, Mayuld in original Japanese language versions) is a cocoon Pokémon form that Wurmple can take. It can be considered a modern counterpart to earlier cocoon Pokémon species Metapod and Kakuna, but it is definitely the physical counterpart to Silcoon, an alternative cocoon form that Wurmple can take instead at random. Cascoon is a semi-mobile ellipsoid ball of purple silk where the eyes of the mutating Pokémon inside are visible looking out. It hides away from predators in the wild using the more crafty method of covering its body with large, dead leaves. Its initially soft body hardens over time and begins to crack when it nears evolution into Dustox, and at this point it will do nothing in order to conserve its energy. It is known that if you hurt a Cascoon, when it becomes Dustox it will seek revenge.

In the Pokémon anime, trainer Jessie's Wurmple evolves into the Cascoon stage and then the Dustox stage shortly after, as opposed to May's Wurmple becoming a Silcoon and then a Beautifly. Jessie thinks that her Cascoon is a Silcoon, but it's a mistake and when it evolves, Jessie is somehow very happy.

Dustox

Dustox (ドクケイル, Dokukeiru, Dokucale in original Japanese language versions) is a moth-like Pokémon and one of two flying insect Pokémon forms that Wurmple can eventually evolve into, the other being Beautifly. Dustox's green wings are coated with a fine and powerfully toxic dust which it uses to defend itself and deter bird Pokémon that might attack it. It feeds on leaves on trees it seeks out with its radar-like antennae, and it is instinctively attracted to bright light like many real moths. Swarms of Dustox can end up attracted to the bright lights of major cities at night, and end up causing unintentional havoc with the trees of those cities.

In the Pokémon anime, Dustox becomes Jesse's primary Pokémon for use in Pokémon contests early on, and is often treated as a rival to May's Beautifly. Jessie often tries to cheat with her Dustox, however, they still seem to always lose to May's Beautifly. Jessie later releases Dustox so it could be with its mate.

Lotad

Lotad (ハスボー, Hasubō, Hassboh in original Japanese language versions) is both an aquatic and a land-dwelling Pokémon, found in the Hoenn region, with a lilypad growing on its back. This species lives in groups at ponds, with their bodies submerged while suspended at the surface by their buoyant leaves, as a measure of hiding from predators. When on dry land, Lotad scuttles towards other ponds because its leaf is too heavy to support, in contrast to Lotad's ancient ancestors which were one primarily land-dwelling Pokémon. Lotad and its evolved forms have mouths resembling duck bills, which may be a pun on the duckweed.

In the Pokémon anime, a Lotad becomes one of the Pokémon in trainer Brock's possession in the third-generation Hoenn story arc in a development considered ironic because previously Brock primarily used Pokémon of the Rock and Ground types. His Lotad eventually evolved into Lombre, and then Ludicolo.

Lombre

Lombre (ハスブレロ, Hasuburero, Hasubrero in original Japanese language versions) is the larger evolved form of Lotad. Lombre is a nocturnal Pokémon found in the Hoenn region, whose lilypad, carried over from its Lotad stage, is now attached to its head like a hat. Lombre's entire body is covered by a slippery, slimy film. It feels horribly unpleasant to be touched by this Pokémon's hands. It feeds on aquatic moss that grows in the riverbed. It is also a mischief-maker: When a Lombre spots anglers, it will tug on their fishing lines from beneath the surface and enjoy their consternation. It also takes great delight in popping out of rivers and startling people.

In the Pokémon anime, the Lotad in trainer Brock's possession during the third-generation Hoenn story arc evolves into a Lombre over time, and later on into a Ludicolo. As a Lombre, Brock's is quirky and dense.

Ludicolo

Ludicolo (ルンパッパ, Runpapa in original Japanese language versions) is the final evolved form of the Lotad species line. It is commonly found in Pond areas. Ludicolo is a large, bipedal creature with a duck-like mouth on its body which looks like a pineapple, and the lilypad on its head carried over from its previous stages of Pokémon evolution resembles a sombrero hat, and pancho-colored plumage. Ludicolo can derive much energy and vitality from cheerful and upbeat music. Upon hearing such music, for example during festivities or mountain hiking expeditions, Ludicolo is driven into the open and starts dancing rhythmically. The principle behind this phenomenon is that the melodious sound waves are supposed to stimulate Ludicolo's cells into making it more powerful.

In the Pokémon anime, the Lombre in trainer Brock's possession during the third-generation Hoenn story arc evolves into a Ludicolo. Like many of the Ludicolo species, Brock's Ludicolo is very cheerful and is frequently seen dancing joyfully around.

In Pokémon Colosseum Miror B., a glamorous afro headed boss in the game, owns four Ludicolo and bases his entire battle strategy around their special effects with Rain Dance. He still keeps two in the second fight and in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness he appears again often with Ludicolo and his lesser evolutions.

Seedot

Seedot (タネボー, Tanebō, Taneboh in original Japanese language versions), known as the Acorn Pokémon, is a small brown creature with a grey-colored 'cap' that greatly resembles an acorn, so much so that it can easily startle Pokémon looking for food on the forest floor. It can stick onto trees with the top of its cap, and has a beige colored, mask-like patterning on its face with two beige feet for moving about. Seedot polishes its body once a day using leaves. Seedot enjoy consuming water and nutrients from trees. The more water Seedot drinks, the glossier its body becomes. When it finishes eating, its body becomes so heavy that it drops to the ground with a thump.

Seedot appears in Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire by hitting a particular switch on the Sapphire Field. Making three Seedot appear activates Travel Mode. It also appears in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness partnered with a Pidgey, making "Team Seedgey". Seedot first appeared in the anime in "Seeing is Believing". A trio of these Acorn Pokémon were in a sad mood and Professor Birch used his Pokémon knowledge to cheer them up. A colony of Seedot and Nuzleaf, that all live in a giant tree, appeared in "Leave it to Brocko!".

Nuzleaf

Nuzleaf (コノハナ, Konohana in original Japanese language versions) is the larger evolved form of Seedot. Nuzleaf is a forest-dwelling Pokémon that is skilled at climbing trees, though they occasionally venture out of the forest to startle people. They live in holes bored in large trees. Nuzleaf offen times are trouble makers and enjoy playing tricks on other Pokémon and humans. Its long and pointed nose is its weak point, and it loses power if the nose is gripped. For this reason, it dislikes having its long nose pinched. Nuzleaf will sometimes pull out the leaf on its head and make a flute with it. The sound of Nuzleaf's flute strikes fear and uncertainty in the hearts of people lost in a forest. This is a reference to Pan, the Greek god of the forest.

Shiftry

Shiftry (ダーテング, Dātengu, Dirtengu in original Japanese language versions) is the final evolved form of the Seedot species line. Shiftry's appearance is based on the Tengu of Japanese mythology, with a long nose, white hair, feet resembling Geta sandals, and large fan-like hands being elements based on how Tengu are commonly portrayed. It is a mysterious entity in the Pokémon world said to arrive by the chilly winds of Winter, and it is said to be a fearsome guardian of the deep forests it holds sway over from its homes on the tops of toweringly tall trees in dark forests. Its hand fans, which are larger on males than on females, are capable of whipping 100-mph gusts of wind, and it possesses a degree of Extra-sensory perception, able to read its foe’s mind and take preemptive actions most other Pokémon would be unable to do in time.

Taillow

Taillow (スバメ, Subame in original Japanese language versions) is a common bird Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. Its Japanese name comes from tsubame (swallow). It is a migratory bird that dislikes cold seasons. It migrates to other lands in search of warmth, flying over 180 miles a day on some occasions. It will courageously stand their ground against foes, taking on Pokémon like Skarmory with an equal footing. This gutsy Pokémon will remain defiant even after a loss. This however is in stark contrast to when it becomes hungry; it cries loudly. As a result of its relative youth, it sometimes becomes lonely and cries at night. It feeds on Wurmple that live in forests.

In the Pokémon anime, main trainer Ash Ketchum caught one and used it throughout the third-generation story arc, during which it evolved into a Swellow.

Swellow

Swellow (オオスバメ, Ōsubame, Ohsubame in original Japanese language versions) is the larger and stronger evolved form of the Taillow Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. It lives as a migratory bird of prey; it constantly flies towards warmer climates in a migratory fashion, and the moment it spots its prey, Swellow dives down at a steep angle and snatches the hapless victim tightly with its talons. It never misses its targets in this respect. Swellow is quite fastidious with its own body, especially its wings. When it is not cleaning its wings and tail feathers regularly, two Swellow are gathered together and unhesitantly take it upon themselves to clean each other’s wings. A Swellow's tail feathers indicate that the individual is healthy if the feathers are standing at attention. Though its name suggests it's based on a swallow,Swellow has many characteristics of a falcon

In the Pokémon anime, main trainer Ash Ketchum owned a Taillow, which eventually evolved into a Swellow, and he kept battling with it prominently throughout his journey in Hoenn.

Wingull

Wingull (キャモメ, Kyamome, Camome in original Japanese language versions) is a common seagull-like Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. A common annoyance to those surfing from place to place, it shows up on every water route. It has the habit of carrying prey and valuables in its beak, and has been known to hide them in all sorts of locations. Wingull rides the winds and flies as if it were skating across the sky.

In the games, Wingull is commonly found when surfing in the Hoenn and Sinnoh regions. In the anime, Mr. Briney's Wingull, Peeko, first appeared in On a Wingull and a Prayer. Since then, Wingull has had many cameo appearances.

Pelipper

Pelipper (ペリッパー, Perippā) is the larger and stronger evolved form of the Wingull Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. This uniquely proportioned pelican is usually found by or over oceans or other large bodies of water. It builds its nest on high cliffs facing the sea, and is able to rest on top of waves to regain energy. Pelipper skims the tops of waves while it hunts for its prey, which are typically fish Pokémon. When Pelipper spots its prey, it dips its large beak into the water and scoops it up. It then proceeds to swallow it whole. Pelipper also carries the eggs of its Wingull offspring inside its beak before and after they hatch. This provides the offspring with protection and, after they hatch, nourishment from the hunted food.

Ralts

Ralts (ラルトス, Rarutosu) is a basic Pokémon found in the Hoenn region. Its red eyes are often obscured by its green "hair", and its body is somewhat like a white dress. It very rarely appears before humans, and when it does, the person's emotions are a key factor in deciding whether it will come closer or run away. Its ability to sense emotions, or empathy, is linked to the horns on its head, and Ralts tends to mirror the emotions of its trainer. Its method of getting around is hopping on its legs or using its psychic abilities to teleport to its desired location.

In the Pokémon anime, Max befriends a Ralts, and promised to take it on adventures with him once he becomes old enough to be a Pokémon Trainer.

External links

• Bulbapedia - The Pokémon encyclopedia
• Pokémon Pokédex - Official Pokémon Website