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→Origin: The tanuki isn't just a mythical animal, it has a real-world counterpart. Referring to raccoons as "ordinary raccoons" is a bit confusing in that regard.
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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|Wheaten Terrier}}s. | 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|Wheaten Terrier}}s. | ||
In comparison, Galarian Zigzagoon seems to be based more on | In comparison, Galarian Zigzagoon seems to be based more on raccoons than tanukis, as evidenced by its black-and-white color scheme. | ||
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