Heliolisk (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

Heliolisk is likely based on a {{wp|Chlamydosaurus|frilled-neck lizard}}, because of its notable ability to expand its frill. With its frill fully expanded, Heliolisk also resembles the {{wp|sun}} itself when viewed from the front; its black coloration may possibly be a reference to {{wp|solar eclipse}}s. It may also be based on the {{wp|spotted salamander}}, a salamander that has the ability to {{wp|photosynthesize}}. Its English name, bipedal stance, and ability to learn Surf (and run on water in [[New Pokémon Snap]]) are likely inspired by the {{wp|common basilisk}}. Heliolisk's ability to convert solar energy into electricity along with its title as the Generator Pokémon suggests that it may have been inspired by the {{wp|solar power generation system}}. Its French name suggests it may be based on the {{wp|iguana}}. Additionally, it shares few resemblances to the {{wp|leopard gecko}} and the {{wp|Dilophosaurus|Dilophosaurus}}, a genus of theropod with two crests on its head, commonly yet inaccurately depicted with frill on its neck.