Poliwag

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The Pokémon’s story

Poliwag is more comfortable in water than on land. Its little legs are still learning to carry it, so it quickly returns to the river when danger approaches. In strong currents, its thick lips cling to rocks like a suction cup. The visible spiral on its belly reveals some of its organs beneath the skin. The Pokédex thus follows a young swimmer still learning to walk while already handling fast-flowing waters.

A detail worth noticing

Pokémon Shield describes Poliwag attaching itself to river stones with its lips. Pokémon Sword notes that its belly spiral reveals organs seen through the skin. A famous pattern therefore conceals an anatomical detail, while its mouth helps it resist the current.