Primeape (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

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===Origin===
===Origin===
Considering its {{wp|pig}}-like nose, coloration, habitat, and tendency to fly into a rage if eye contact is made, Primeape has much in common with {{wp|baboon}}s and {{wp|snub-nosed monkey}}s. Primeape's color scheme and shaggy fur are also very similar to those of the {{wp|Japanese macaque}}.
Primeape's categorization as the "Pig Monkey Pokémon" along with its {{wp|pig}}-like nose, may be inspired by the {{wp|Southern pig-tailed macaque}}. It also shares a similar color scheme and shaggy fur with this primate. Given its long tail, habitat, and overall personality, Primeape has much in common with {{wp|baboon}}s and {{wp|snub-nosed monkey}}s.  


In addition, Primeape's hands look like {{wp|boxing glove}}s and it wears {{wp|Weighted clothing|metal weights}} on its wrists and ankles.
In addition, Primeape's hands look like {{wp|boxing glove}}s and it appears to be wearing {{wp|Weighted clothing|metal weights}} on its wrists and ankles.


====Name origin====
====Name origin====