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Skarmory has much in common with the {{wp|Andean Condor}} and also shares characteristics of {{wp|pteranodon}}s, and {{wp|crane}}s, birds which are held in high esteem in Japan. It is also similar to many mythologic, metallic birds such as the {{wp|Stymphalian Birds}}, the {{wp|Gagana}}, and the {{wp|Alicanto}}. Skarmory is also believed to be based on an armored {{wp|knight}}. | Skarmory has much in common with the {{wp|Andean Condor}} and also shares characteristics of {{wp|pteranodon}}s, and {{wp|crane}}s, birds which are held in high esteem in Japan. It is also similar to many mythologic, metallic birds such as the {{wp|Stymphalian Birds}}, the {{wp|Gagana}}, and the {{wp|Alicanto}}. Skarmory is also believed to be based on an armored {{wp|knight}}. | ||
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Skarmory is a combination of ''sky'' and ''{{wp|armory}}''. Skarmory might also originate from ''scar'', given how its sharp body could easily wound its prey and even leave them with scars. Its Japanese name is likely based on ''air'' or a pun on ''armed'' or ''armored''. | Skarmory is a combination of ''sky'' and ''{{wp|armory}}''. Skarmory might also originate from ''scar'', given how its sharp body could easily wound its prey and even leave them with scars, or also be from 'armor'. Its Japanese name is likely based on ''air'' or a pun on ''armed'' or ''armored''. | ||
==In other languages== | ==In other languages== | ||