Physiology
Rufflet is an avian Pokémon that resembles an eaglet. Its head has a thick covering of fuzzy white down and a grayish-blue face. A single red and white plume, which resembles an honor feather, extends from its forehead. Rufflet's body and wings are the same shade of blue as its face, and both seem rather miniature compared to the size of its head. It has large yellow feet tipped with black talons, and its beak is also yellow. Rufflet's tail is squared-off at the tip, and its coloration matches its downy head.
Gender differences
Rufflet is a male-only species. Vullaby is regarded as their female counterpart, but is a separate species and cannot produce Rufflet eggs.
Special abilities
Rufflet are very powerful for their size, possessing great physical strength and a highly competitive nature. They use their talons to crush berries, and they are capable of using many aerial and wind-based attacks, as would be expected from a Flying-type. They become even stronger by battling over and over.
Behavior
Rufflet will indiscriminately challenge foes to battle, even strong ones.
Habitat
Rufflet live in rugged, mountainous habitat and around gorges. They are also found in areas by water.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
- It is impossible to get a 'seen' Pokédex entry for Rufflet in Pokémon Black without trading with another player.
Origin
Rufflet is based on an eaglet. The single plume on its head resembles an honor feather, such as those worn by the Plains Indians. This, in combination with its evolution's war bonnet-like crest, suggests inspiration from Native American warriors.
Name origin
Rufflet is derived from a combination of "ruffle" or "rough" and "eaglet", the term for a young eagle. Washibon may come from 鷲 washi, meaning eagle, and ibon, Filipino word for bird. The last part may be also derived from haribon, the Philippine eagle.