Masquerain (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

Masquerain seems to be based on a variety of {{wp|insect}}s. Although rarely shown, it apparently has the ability to walk on the surface of water using its wings as if they were legs, so it may be based on a {{wp|water strider}}. Its Japanese name suggests inspiration from {{wp|moth}}s, many of which use {{wp|Eyespot (mimicry)|eyespots}} to frighten would-be predators. Its habitat, translucent wings, hovering flight pattern, and its transformation from water-type to flying-type are reminiscent of {{wp|dragonflies}} and {{wp|damselflies}}. Its raindrop-shaped head resembles some {{wp|Fulgoridae|lanternflies}}. Its {{wp|mimicry}} of an angry face is similar to a {{wp|mask}} or cat face.