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* A few Pokédex entries have mentioned the existence of real-world animals, mostly in [[Generation I]]. | * A few Pokédex entries have mentioned the existence of real-world animals, mostly in [[Generation I]]. | ||
** In both {{p|Raichu}} and {{p|Gastly}}'s [[Pokédex]] entries in | ** In both {{p|Raichu}} and {{p|Gastly}}'s [[Pokédex]] entries in [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed]], {{wp|Indian elephant}}s are mentioned. | ||
** In several of {{p|Bellsprout}}'s Pokédex entries, Bellsprout is said to prey on insects. | ** In several of {{p|Bellsprout}}'s Pokédex entries, Bellsprout is said to prey on insects. | ||
** {{p|Victreebel}} is mentioned to use the {{m|Sweet Scent|Sweet Aroma}} of its honey to lure prey such as bugs, as well as large animals. | ** {{p|Victreebel}} is mentioned to use the {{m|Sweet Scent|Sweet Aroma}} of its honey to lure prey such as bugs, as well as large animals. | ||
** {{p|Horsea}} is said to prey on bugs in several of its Pokédex entries. Some entries also mention that Horsea uses coral as an anchor to avoid being washed away, as well as for shade to build its nest in. | ** {{p|Horsea}} is said to prey on bugs in several of its Pokédex entries. Some entries also mention that Horsea uses coral as an anchor to avoid being washed away, as well as for shade to build its nest in. | ||
** {{p|Lickitung}}'s | ** {{p|Lickitung}}'s [[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red, Blue]] [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LeafGreen]] Pokédex entries mention that it can extend its tongue like a chameleon. | ||
* In {{3v|Red|Blue|Yellow}}, the {{player}} makes a comment about crabs while aboard the [[S.S. Anne]]. | * In {{3v|Red|Blue|Yellow}}, the {{player}} makes a comment about crabs while aboard the [[S.S. Anne]]. | ||
* In the [[Generation I|first generation]] games and [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|their remakes]], a {{tc|Sailor}} mentions that jellyfish sometimes drift aboard the [[S.S. Anne]]. | * In the [[Generation I|first generation]] games and [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|their remakes]], a {{tc|Sailor}} mentions that jellyfish sometimes drift aboard the [[S.S. Anne]]. | ||
* In the | * In the first generation games and their remakes, a chef aboard the [[S.S. Anne]] says "''Er-hem! Indeed I am le CHEF! Le main course is Eels au Barbecue!''" He also speaks of a "Salad le salmon" and a beef/veal dish. | ||
* In the | * In the first generation games and their remakes, a {{tc|Tamer}} in the [[Fuchsia Gym]] mentions having joined the Gym due to "ninjas' long history with animals." | ||
* In {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, a man in [[Celadon City]] wonders if his {{p|Poliwrath}} will ever evolve into a frog Pokémon, indicating he has knowledge of regular frogs and tadpoles. | * In {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, a man in [[Celadon City]] wonders if his {{p|Poliwrath}} will ever evolve into a frog Pokémon, indicating he has knowledge of regular frogs and tadpoles. | ||
* In {{g|Ranger: Guardian Signs}}, {{wp|barnacle}}s can be seen in underwater areas. | * In {{g|Ranger: Guardian Signs}}, {{wp|barnacle}}s can be seen in underwater areas. | ||
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Real-world animals have been mentioned more than once to exist in the world of Pokémon. Most often, they are mentioned in relation to a Pokémon species. For example, Pikachu is known as the "Mouse Pokémon" and was directly referred to in the anime as an "electric mouse", hinting that real-world mice exist in the Pokémon world. Other than this, all other mentions of animals, aside from humans, are rare.
In the games
- A few Pokédex entries have mentioned the existence of real-world animals, mostly in Generation I.
- In both Raichu and Gastly's Pokédex entries in FireRed, Indian elephants are mentioned.
- In several of Bellsprout's Pokédex entries, Bellsprout is said to prey on insects.
- Victreebel is mentioned to use the Sweet Aroma of its honey to lure prey such as bugs, as well as large animals.
- Horsea is said to prey on bugs in several of its Pokédex entries. Some entries also mention that Horsea uses coral as an anchor to avoid being washed away, as well as for shade to build its nest in.
- Lickitung's Red, Blue LeafGreen Pokédex entries mention that it can extend its tongue like a chameleon.
- In Red, Blue, and Yellow Versions, the player makes a comment about crabs while aboard the S.S. Anne.
- In the first generation games and their remakes, a Sailor mentions that jellyfish sometimes drift aboard the S.S. Anne.
- In the first generation games and their remakes, a chef aboard the S.S. Anne says "Er-hem! Indeed I am le CHEF! Le main course is Eels au Barbecue!" He also speaks of a "Salad le salmon" and a beef/veal dish.
- In the first generation games and their remakes, a Tamer in the Fuchsia Gym mentions having joined the Gym due to "ninjas' long history with animals."
- In Gold, Silver, and Crystal, a man in Celadon City wonders if his Poliwrath will ever evolve into a frog Pokémon, indicating he has knowledge of regular frogs and tadpoles.
- In Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs, barnacles can be seen in underwater areas.
- The bees shown in the battle animations for Vespiquen's signature moves Attack Order, Defend Order and Heal Order take the appearance of regular bees, that do not appear to resemble Combee.
- In Black and White, a Trainer in the Battle Subway says he is so obsessed with Pokémon that his wife is as mad as a hornet.
- In X and Y, fresh-caught fish is served at the restaurants in Lumiose City.
In the anime
Animals have been seen in the anime. They were more common in the original series as there weren't as many Pokémon species introduced at the time. A picture book based on the Pokémon anime once featured a dog walking past Ash and his friends, and a piece of concept art of the residents of Pallet Town featured a cat. Birds can also occasionally be heard in the background. Foods that contain meat products, such as hamburgers and chicken, are often seen.
In Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands, the four gym badges are made up of seashells with a gem on the center of the shell. This implies that molluscs exist within the Pokémon world.
Animal appearances have become less frequent as more Pokémon have been added to take their places.
- Misty is scared when she sees a Caterpie, and Ash tries to calm her down by reminding her that it's a Bug-type Pokémon rather than a "real" bug.
- Pidgeotto is seen eating a regular worm before being captured by Ash.
- Fish can be seen in the fish tanks inside the Gym. They have made later appearances featuring the Cerulean Gym.
- After Ash, Misty, and Brock fall into the Squirtle Squad's pitfall trap, a dinosaur fossil can be seen.
- More fish can be seen swimming in the ocean near the sunken St. Anne.
- Brock attempts to attract customers to a restaurant by advertising unusual animal-themed dishes, including french-fried flounder, seven-layered crab cakes, squid on a stick, and clam juice snowcones.
- Fish can be seen in the aquarium in Nastina's vision of her completed luxury hotel.
- The Tentacool are referred to as jellyfish in the episode.
The mongoose in The Ghost of Maiden's Peak
- A Gastly created an illusion of a mongoose in order to scare Jessie's Ekans.
- When Charmander lights up the room, a mounted deer head can be seen on the wall.
- One of the signs on Scissor Street features a crab.
- At the end of the episode, when Team Rocket comes out of the water, Jessie can be seen with a starfish on her head.
- Santa Claus tells Ash and his friends that he has "no reindeer" to pull his sleigh, and uses a Ponyta instead.
- In one scene, James is holding a lobster.
- In the Japanese version, Gary finds an Ammonite fossil. In the dub it is referred to as fossilized Pokémon dung.
- Meowth compares his voice to one of the chipmunks after inhaling a gas coming from a tank with a Psyduck on it.
- While Ash and his friends are looking for a hotel to stay in, a picture of a tiger can be seen in one of the hotels. Furthermore, during Gary's banquet, a fish is seen sliced up.
- While Ash and his friends are falling down the sewer pipes, several skeletons of unidentified prehistoric animals are seen. Also, when a chef gets his kettle back, he talks about cooking chicken.
- Miranda talks to seagulls to learn the conditions of the sea. In addition, when Meowth despises the idea of going into a sewer, Jessie tells him to "pretend he's a catfish."
- There is a swordfish on Victor's wall.
- While Meowth was looking for food, he came across some fish bones. Meowth is also seen eating fried chicken.
- While Ash and his friends are resting, their elderly female host mentions the disappearance of her "muskrat meatballs."
- The characters are eating shrimp tempura.
- Meowth mentions insects.
- A starfish is seen on the sandbar.
- Real fish can be seen in the moment before a young Joy falls into the water.
- Meowth is seen holding, and talking about eating Clams.
Kabutops and its prey
- When Meowth mentions his "top of the line" food, it cuts to an image of a can of cat-food with a real-world cat on the label.
- A fried chicken stand can be seen, as well as a chicken thigh, at the Sunflora festival.
- Meowth mentions chicken feed.
- When one of Misty's catches escapes from her fishing line, Ash says that it was probably a catfish.
- Various corals are visible underwater.
In the manga
Animals have also been seen in the manga.
- In How I Became a Pokémon Card, a cat appears in one chapter.
- In Pokémon Pocket Monsters, regular animals appear alongside Pokémon.
- In Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All, a snail appears in GDZ04. In GDZ13, Shu is shown capturing some beetles in the forest.
- In Pokémon Adventures, there were real-life mice, shrews and birds as Bellsprout, Weepinbell, and Victreebel's prey at the Kanto Safari Zone.
- In The Electric Tale of Pikachu, the Cerulean Gym Aquarium has real-life fish and whales.
- In Pokémon Adventures, Pika is seen chasing a butterfly or a moth.
In the TCG
Numerous early Pokémon cards featured animals.
- A bird perched on a Weepinbell.
- A bug near a Bulbasaur.
- A frog next to an Oddish.
- A wasp flying near a Venonat.
- A Butterfly flying near a Squirtle, and an Eevee.
- A worm for Magikarp and Spearow.
- A crab next to an Exeggutor.
- A fish near a Psyduck.
- Coral near Horsea, Quagsire, and Luvdisc.
- Sea anemones near Wooper.
- Butterflies and fish near a Slowpoke.
- The shadow of what appears to be a shark is on the original Super Rod card.
- Fish, or perhaps porpoises, near a Magikarp.
In books
At least three animals can be spotted in the Let's Find Pokémon! series.
- In Let's Find Pokémon!, a dragonfly can be seen near a pond, and a worm can be seen in the beak of a Pidgey.
- In Let's Find Pokémon! 3, a Kangaskhan is eating a fish with rice.
