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===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Ekans appears to be based on a boa and {{wp|rattlesnake}}, and its facial markings resemble an {{wp|Indian cobra}}'s hood. However, its lack of teeth, ability to swallow large prey, preying on Pokémon | Ekans appears to be based on a {{wp|boa}} and {{wp|rattlesnake}}, and its facial markings resemble an {{wp|Indian cobra}}'s hood. However, its lack of teeth, ability to swallow large prey, preying on [[Pokémon Egg]]s, and reaction to threats are more akin to an {{wp|egg-eating snake}}. The yellow band around its neck may refer to the {{wp|ring-necked snake}}. Ekans and Arbok may also be inspired by the legendary {{wp|basilisk}} since they were originally the only Pokémon to learn {{m|Glare}}. The basilisk was said to be a poisonous, serpentine {{wp|dragon}} that would kill people with its stare, which may explain Ekans's place in the {{egg3|Dragon}}. | ||
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