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===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Although Zigzagoon's category suggests it is based on a {{wp|raccoon}}, it also shares several similarities with the {{wp|Japanese Raccoon Dog|Japanese raccoon dog}} (''Nyctereutes procyonoides viverrinus''), also known as the tanuki. Japanese folklore and legend claim that tanuki are tricksters, masters of disguise, and capable of shapeshifting, though also absent-minded and gullible. Tanukis are also known for drumming on their bellies with their front paws similar to how Zigzagoon has been known to do. | Although Zigzagoon's category suggests it is based on a {{wp|raccoon}}, it also shares several similarities with the {{wp|Japanese Raccoon Dog|Japanese raccoon dog}} (''Nyctereutes procyonoides viverrinus''), also known as the tanuki. Japanese folklore and legend claim that tanuki are tricksters, masters of disguise, and capable of shapeshifting, though also absent-minded and gullible. Tanukis are also known for drumming on their bellies with their front paws similar to how Zigzagoon has been known to do. Zigzagoon's body shape and appearance are also similar to certain small dog breeds such as {{wp|Pekingese}} and {{wp|Welsh Corgi}}. | ||
In comparison, Galarian Zigzagoon seems to be based more on ordinary raccoons than tanukis, as evidenced by its black-and-white color scheme. | In comparison, Galarian Zigzagoon seems to be based more on ordinary raccoons than tanukis, as evidenced by its black-and-white color scheme. | ||
====Name origin==== | ====Name origin==== | ||
Zigzagoon may be a combination of ''zigzag'' (referring to its fur pattern and unusual habits) and ''raccoon''. | Zigzagoon may be a combination of ''zigzag'' (referring to its fur pattern and unusual habits) and ''raccoon''. | ||