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Dragapult may be based on the ''{{wp|Diplocaulus}}'', an extinct {{wp|amphibian}} with a similarly-shaped skull. A complete tail has never been found in a ''Diplocaulus'' fossil, which may explain Dragapult's ghostly, translucent tail. Its head also resembles a {{wp|Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit|B-2 Spirit}}, a stealth bomber aircraft. Its | Dragapult may be based on the ''{{wp|Diplocaulus}}'', an extinct {{wp|amphibian}} with a similarly-shaped skull. A complete tail has never been found in a ''Diplocaulus'' fossil, which may explain Dragapult's ghostly, translucent tail. Its head also resembles a {{wp|Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit|B-2 Spirit}}, a stealth bomber aircraft. Its propensity for holding and firing Dreepy may be a reference to {{wp|crossbow}}s, while its stomach pattern and aircraft origins are likely nods to {{wp|aircraft catapult}}s, which is seemingly reflected in its name. | ||
It may also be a reference to the {{wp|paternal care}} behavior present in many amphibian species. The {{t|Dragon}} typing may be a reference to the {{wp|Olm}}, a type of {{wp|salamander}} native to central and southeastern Europe that was believed to be a {{wp|dragon}} offspring by locals. | It may also be a reference to the {{wp|paternal care}} behavior present in many amphibian species. The {{t|Dragon}} typing may be a reference to the {{wp|Olm}}, a type of {{wp|salamander}} native to central and southeastern Europe that was believed to be a {{wp|dragon}} offspring by locals. However, its posture and body stature are closer to {{wp|crocodilia}}ns supporting themselves with their hind legs and tails while underwater, and are also known to hold their young on their heads. | ||
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