Here are 12 creatures we’re pretty sure are actually Pokémon who escaped into real life. Axolotl The Facts: Native to Mexico, these aquatic creatures are basically salamanders that never grew up.

This is a strange Bug/Ghost-type Pokémon that can never have more than 1 HP, and is immune to any non-super effective attack via its Wonder Guard ability. Unbelievably, this has a basis in real-life.

These Iconic Water-Type Pokemon Designs Are Based on Real Life Religions & Mythology. Shellder with its tongue sticking out against an orange floor from the Pokemon anime.

Imagine walking down the street and encountering a real-life Squirtle. Can you picture how much it would weigh? Are you running away or stopping to pet the turtle-like creature?Well, before you ...

Pokemon, the franchise beloved by millions around the globe, has always drawn inspiration from a plethora of sources, including real-world animals, myths, and even geographical locations. However ...

Here’s What Pikachu Would Look Like as a Real Animal. Melissa T. Miller. Mon, October 17, ... There’s even an entire museum exhibit dedicated to comparing Pokémon to their real life influences.

What would Pikachu, the most recognizable Pokémon, look like if he was a real animal? That’s the thought experiment behind the latest sculpture from North of the Border.