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===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Dustox appears to be based on a {{wp|luna moth}} such as the {{wp|Actias artemis|Japanese luna moth}} due to its green wings | Dustox appears to be based on a {{wp|luna moth}} such as the {{wp|Actias artemis|Japanese luna moth}} due to its green wings, nocturnal habits, and ability to learn {{m|Moonlight}}. Its {{t|Poison}} type may be based on {{wp|lepidoptera|butterflies and moths}} that {{wp|Pyrrolizidine alkaloid sequestration|retain toxic chemicals}} in their bodies as a defense mechanism from the plants they consume as {{wp|larva}}. Its {{Shiny}} colors may be inspired by moths that {{wp|Mimicry|mimic}} dead leaves for {{wp|camouflage}}. | ||
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