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{{otheruses|the basic small Bulborb|other uses|Dwarf Bulborb (disambiguation)}}
{{otheruses|the basic small Bulborb|other uses|Dwarf Bulborb (disambiguation)}}


'''Dwarf Bulborbs''' ({{j|コチャッピー|Ko Chappī|Small Chappy}}), named '''Dwarf Red Bulborbs''' in {{p2}}, are small, extremely common [[enemy|enemies]] in the {{Ps}}.
The '''Dwarf Bulborb''' ({{j|コチャッピー|Ko Chappī|Small Chappy}}), named '''Dwarf Red Bulborb''' ({{j|アカコチャッピー|Aka Ko Chappī|Red Small Chappy}}) in {{p2}}, is a small, extremely common [[enemy]] in the {{Ps}}.


Dwarf Bulborbs strongly resemble juvenile [[Bulborb]]s. However, they are actually members of the [[Breadbug family]], who mimic the appearance of Bulborbs to evade predation. They are rather weak and can be easily defeated by [[swarm]]ing them, or by [[throw]]ing a single [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] directly on top of them.  
Dwarf Bulborbs strongly resemble juvenile [[Bulborb]]s. However, they are actually members of the [[breadbug family]], who mimic the appearance of Bulborbs to evade predation. They are rather weak and can be easily defeated by [[throw]]ing a single [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] directly on top of them.  


Exclusive to the [[Pikmin (game)|first game]], pestering one for long enough will prompt it to scream for help, waking up the nearest Spotty Bulborb. They cannot wake up nearby adult Bulborbs in any other game.
Exclusive to the [[Pikmin (game)|first game]], pestering one for long enough will prompt it to scream for help, waking up the nearest Spotty Bulborb. They cannot wake up nearby adult Bulborbs in any other game.
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==Behavior==
==Behavior==
Dwarf Bulborbs are largely sedimentary, idly sniffing the ground and waiting for prey to pass by. When detecting potential prey, be it a [[leader]] or [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]], they will audibly bark and begin pursuit. Dwarf Bulborbs will never stray far from their territory. If led outside of it, they will stop chasing their target and return to it.
Dwarf Bulborbs are largely sedentary, idly sniffing the ground and waiting for prey to pass by. When detecting potential prey, be it a [[leader]] or [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]], they will audibly bark and begin pursuit. Dwarf Bulborbs will never stray far from their territory. If led outside of a certain range, they will stop chasing their target and return to where they started.


Dwarf Bulborbs attack by biting nearby Pikmin. If they succeed in biting one, they will slowly chew their catch before swallowing; killing the Bulborb during this process will free the Pikmin. They can only catch and eat one Pikmin at a time. Dwarf Bulborbs will also attempt to shake Pikmin off of its body if attacked.
Dwarf Bulborbs attack by biting nearby Pikmin. If they succeed in biting one, they will slowly chew their catch before swallowing; killing the Bulborb during this process will free the Pikmin. They can only catch and eat one Pikmin at a time. A Dwarf Bulborb will also attempt to shake Pikmin off of its body if attacked.


Exclusively in {{p1}}, Dwarf Bulborbs will scream for help when harassed, waking up nearby Spotty Bulborbs. While only seen in [[Challenge Mode (Pikmin)|Challenge Mode]], this scream can wake up nearby [[Spotty Bulbears]] as well.
Exclusively in {{p1}}, Dwarf Bulborbs will scream for help when harassed, waking up nearby Spotty Bulborbs. While only seen in [[Challenge Mode (Pikmin)|Challenge Mode]], this scream can wake up nearby [[Spotty Bulbears]] as well.
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Behavior-wise, they seem to either stay close by Bulborbs, or move in packs. They also are active during the day.
Behavior-wise, they seem to either stay close by Bulborbs, or move in packs. They also are active during the day.


Dwarf Bulborbs have far deeper-pitched cries in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4''. They no longer can no longer sheik loudly, and instead emit deep, throaty sounds much like the Bulborbs in ''Pikmin 3'' do. This change makes little biological sense, as their smaller larynx should indeed produce a higher-pitched sound than that of a Red Bulborb.
Dwarf Bulborbs have far deeper-pitched cries in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4''. They can no longer shreik loudly, and instead emit deep, throaty sounds much like the Bulborbs in ''Pikmin 3'' do. This change makes little biological sense, as their smaller larynx should indeed produce a higher-pitched sound than that of a Red Bulborb.


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特徴 その1 擬態
特徴 その1 擬態
 
:一見すると、親子にしか見えない巧みな擬態をしている。
一見すると、親子にしか見えない巧みな擬態をしている。
:(Image text: ベニデメマダラの成体に比べ、紋の数が少ない)


特徴 その2 昼行性
特徴 その2 昼行性
 
:もとのパンモドキの性質から、昼間に活動し、夜間には巣に帰る。
もとのパンモドキの性質から、昼間に活動し、夜間には巣に帰る。
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Feature #1: Mimicry
Feature #1: Mimicry
 
:Its skillful mimicry makes them appear at first glance to be nothing more than a parent and child.
Its skillful mimicry makes them appear at first glance to be nothing more than a parent and child.
:(Image text: "The number of spots is lower than in an adult Bulborb")


Feature #2: Diurnality
Feature #2: Diurnality
 
:Due to the nature of the original Breadbug, it is active during the day and returns to its nest at night.
Due to the nature of the original Breadbug, it is active during the daytime and returns to their nests at night.
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Reel7 Dwarf Bulborb.png|A Dwarf Bulborb in the [[enemy reel]].
Reel7 Dwarf Bulborb.png|A Dwarf Bulborb in the [[enemy reel]].
Horde of Dwarf Bulborbs.jpg|A large group of Dwarf Bulborbs as seen in an [[Pikmin prerelease information|early version of ''Pikmin'']].
Horde of Dwarf Bulborbs.jpg|A large group of Dwarf Bulborbs as seen in an [[Pikmin prerelease information|early version of ''Pikmin'']].
P1 Dwarf Bulborb idle.jpg|An idle Dwarf Bulborb.
P1 Dwarf Bulborb eating.jpg|A Dwarf Bulborb eating a Pikmin.
P1 Dwarf Bulborb corpse.jpg|The corpse of a Dwarf Bulborb.
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Pm2 content scr pint size.jpg|A group of [[Red Pikmin]] fighting two Dwarf Bulborbs.
Pm2 content scr pint size.jpg|A group of [[Red Pikmin]] fighting two Dwarf Bulborbs.
Dwarf Bulborb P2S icon.png|The Piklopedia icon of the Dwarf Bulborb in [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 2'']].
Dwarf Bulborb P2S icon.png|The Piklopedia icon of the Dwarf Bulborb in [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 2'']].
P2 Dwarf Bulborb eating.jpg|A Dwarf Bulborb eating Pikmin.
P2 Dwarf Bulborb corpse.jpg|The corpse of a Dwarf Bulborb.
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</gallery>


===''In Pikmin 3''===
===''Pikmin 3''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Dwarf bulborb.png|Artwork of the Dwarf Bulborb.
Dwarf bulborb.png|Artwork of the Dwarf Bulborb.
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===''Pikmin 4''===
===''Pikmin 4''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
P4 Dwarf Bulborb.png|The Dwarf Bulborb's Piklopedia icon.
Dwarf Bulborb P4 icon.png|The Dwarf Bulborb's [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]] icon.
P4 Dwarf Bulborb group.jpg|A group of five Dwarf Bulborbs in the [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]].
P4 Dwarf Bulborb group.jpg|A group of five Dwarf Bulborbs in the Piklopedia.
</gallery>
</gallery>