Cute Pokémon Incoming
While some Pokémon look ferocious and aggressive, there are plenty more that look absolutely adorable and cuddly. This is the case for Mudkip, a Water-type amphibian Pokémon who has huge eyes and an adorable smile. On top of all this cuteness, Mudkip is awesome because he’s based on a real animal.
Mudkips bear a striking resemblance to the axolotl, a salamander known as “the Mexican walking fish.” Axolotl is native to several lakes near Mexico City, such as Lake Xochimilco. Much like their fictional doppelgänger, they are small in size and usually only get to be about 6-18 inches long. Both Mudkips and axolotl are pretty calm, docile creatures that can easily put a smile on anyone’s face.