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It seems that the young Red Bulborb is the favored host of the parasitic Pikmin known as [[Bulbmin]]. This type of [[Pikmin (species)|Pikmin]] appears to control its host, causing the animal to behave less like a Bulborb and more like a Pikmin, following a [[Captain]] (which is naturally an older Bulbmin) and predating in packs. Red Bulborbs are not observed at the two stages of development displayed by Bulbmin (between [[Bulborb Larva]] and their full size) anywhere else in-game (unlike the [[Spotty Bulbear]] and [[Emperor Bulblax]]), so it is unknown whether Bulbmin are a common stage in Red Bulborb development or not, as symbiotic cooperation from the parasite would give this slightly weaker form of [[Grub-dog]] an advantage in the subterranean environment that all stages of the Red Bulborb species are found in. The best known form, the large adults, also venture to the surface. | It seems that the young Red Bulborb is the favored host of the parasitic Pikmin known as [[Bulbmin]]. This type of [[Pikmin (species)|Pikmin]] appears to control its host, causing the animal to behave less like a Bulborb and more like a Pikmin, following a [[Captain]] (which is naturally an older Bulbmin) and predating in packs. Red Bulborbs are not observed at the two stages of development displayed by Bulbmin (between [[Bulborb Larva]] and their full size) anywhere else in-game (unlike the [[Spotty Bulbear]] and [[Emperor Bulblax]]), so it is unknown whether Bulbmin are a common stage in Red Bulborb development or not, as symbiotic cooperation from the parasite would give this slightly weaker form of [[Grub-dog]] an advantage in the subterranean environment that all stages of the Red Bulborb species are found in. The best known form, the large adults, also venture to the surface. | ||
Most have a very slow reaction time when attacked. If rushed by a large enough force, they can be overcome before they can counterattack. It is also true that throwing numerous [[Purple Pikmin]] will work exceedingly well in defeating it without fail. Their mouths are large enough to be able to gobble up as many as five Pikmin with one bite, so attacking from behind is recommended for the best results. | Most have a very slow reaction time when attacked. If rushed by a large enough force, they can be overcome before they can counterattack. It is also true that throwing numerous [[Purple Pikmin]] will work exceedingly well in defeating it without fail. Their mouths are large enough to be able to gobble up as many as five Pikmin with one bite, so attacking from behind is recommended for the best results. Or if their asleep. | ||
Bulborbs in general are surprisingly apathetic creatures and won't arise from their sleep even if one of their own is under attack. That being said, however, [[Dwarf Red Bulborb|Dwarf Bulborbs]] in [[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin 1]] will let out a screech when agitated, awaking any nearby Bulborbs. This does not happen in Pikmin 2. | Bulborbs in general are surprisingly apathetic creatures and won't arise from their sleep even if one of their own is under attack. That being said, however, [[Dwarf Red Bulborb|Dwarf Bulborbs]] in [[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin 1]] will let out a screech when agitated, awaking any nearby Bulborbs. This does not happen in Pikmin 2. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*In the Nintendogs games, at the second-hand shop, there is a Red Bulborb toy on a shelf of products in a pre-rendered background shot. | *In the Nintendogs games, at the second-hand shop, there is a Red Bulborb toy on a shelf of products in a pre-rendered background shot. | ||
*Along with Olimar, the Pikmin and Louie, the Red Bulborb is available as a [[Merchandise|plush toy]], along with being a secret figurine in the first volume of Pikmin Figures. | *Along with Olimar, the Pikmin and Louie, the Red Bulborb is available as a [[Merchandise|plush toy]], (REALLY CUTE) along with being a secret figurine in the first volume of Pikmin Figures. | ||
*The Red Bulborb's japanese name litterally translates to "spotted crimson bug-eye". | *The Red Bulborb's japanese name litterally translates to "spotted crimson bug-eye". | ||
*On the title screen of Pikmin 2, pressing and holding the Y button will summon a Red Bulborb onto the screen. The player can control it by using the C stick and can eat Pikmin using the Z button. | *On the title screen of Pikmin 2, pressing and holding the Y button will summon a Red Bulborb onto the screen. The player can control it by using the C stick and can eat Pikmin using the Z button. | ||