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The '''Grub-dog family''' contains true Bulborbs as well as several other species in the [[Pikmin series|Pikmin games]]. The most well-known member of this family is the [[Red Bulborb]]. It was previously believed that [[Dwarf Bulborbs]] were immature Bulborbs, but it was later discovered that they are a species of their own and actually belong to the [[Breadbug (family)|Breadbug family]].
The '''Grub-Dog family''' ({{j|イヌムシ科|Inu Mushi Ka|bug dog family}}) contains "true" bulborbs, as well as several other species in the {{pg}}. The most well-known member of this family is the [[Bulborb]] (or Red Bulborb in {{p2}}, Spotty Bulborb in {{p1}}).


[[Bulborb (disambiguation)|Bulborb]]s, [[Bulbear]]s, [[Bulblax]]es, and [[Eye-Stalker Bulbeel|Bulbeels]] are all part of the ''Oculus'' genus. All "true" bulborbs belong to the ''Oculus kageyamii'' species, while bulbears belong to the ''Oculus terribilis'' species. There are still different subspecies for these creatures, unlike bulblaxes and bulbeels. [[Water Dumple]]s and [[Long Water Dumple]]s are part of the ''Ichthyosa'' genus, as they are much different than the creatures listed previously. [[Fiery Dwarf Bulblax]]es belong to the [[Breadbug family]], despite [[mistake]]nly having the ''Oculus'' genus.
It is uncertain exactly where the family's name comes from, though some people have suggested it could be that Grub-dogs actually resemble grubs.


This mistake may have been made because in the games, it was previously believed that [[Dwarf Bulborb]]s were undeveloped bulborbs, but it was later discovered that they are a species of their own and actually belong to the breadbug family.
==Red Bulborb==
{{main|Red Bulborb}}
[[Image:180px-Red_Bulborb_OF.jpg|left|143px|thumb|The most common Grub-dog, the Red Bulborb.]]
The Red Bulborb is probably the most famous enemy in [[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin]] and [[Pikmin 2]], and is often just as much a staple for the games as the Pikmin themselves. The Red Bulborb was originally known as the ''Spotty Bulborb'', but as other Bulborb variations were discovered, all with spots, it was renamed.


In ''Pikmin'', the spots on the backs of grub-dogs pulsate in size, even when the game is paused, but since Dwarf Bulborbs belong to the breadbug family, they do not have this characteristic. Further, the spots on Bulborbs oscillate in size slower than the spots on the other two grub-dog types. In every other ''Pikmin'' game, they stay the same size.
Red Bulborbs, like most Bulborbs, are largely nocturnal creatures and prefer to spend the daytime sleeping. They have a slow reaction time and can be overwhelmed by a large enough force, but caution should always be observed, as these gluttonous predators can swallow as many as five Pikmin at once. Attacking from behind will usually yield the best results, though the safest method is often just to toss heavy [[Purple Pikmin]] onto its back. Bulborbs are also surprisingly apathetic creatures, and won't wake from their sleep if one of their own is under attack.{{clear}}


== Members ==
==Hairy Bulborb==
{{main|Hairy Bulborb}}
[[Image:Hairybulborb.jpg|left|148px|thumb|The fur-covered Hairy Bulborb.]]
Hairy Bulborbs are enemies exclusive to Pikmin 2. A Bulborb variant which shares many traits with the [[Red Bulborb]], Hairy Bulborbs are mostly white, with a brown nose and blue spots. The most notable characteristic of this particular subspecies is a plume of fluffy white hair on the creature's back, which insulates its body as an adaption to a colder habitat, and it falls off in battle.


=== Albino Dwarf Bulborb ===
Hairy Bulborbs behave similarly to Red Bulborbs, but are slightly more aggressive and more resilient to attack. They can still be overpowered with a large army of Pikmin, but the safest way to take down one of these furry beasts would be to use one of [[Defeating mature Bulborbs|these tactics]].<div style="clear: both"></div>
[[File:Pikmin Garden Albino Dwarf Bulborb render.png|left|150px]]
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Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii larva (1st molt)''
==Orange Bulborb==
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[[Image:Orangebulborb.jpg|left|164px|thumb|The vicious Orange Bulborb.]]
The Orange Bulborb is another enemy in [[Pikmin 2]]. Its appearance closely resembles that of other Bulborbs, but this particular variant sports an orange rump with black spots and a black face. Its yellow, bloodshot eyes are an indicator of this dangerous creature's vicious temperament.


Albino Dwarf Bulborbs are the larval form of Bulborbs which have undergone their first molt and appear in ''Pikmin 4''. They act like normal Dwarf Bulborbs but look a little different with their white to yellow ombré back in place of the normal spotty one. They are nocturnal and only appear at night or in caves as to avoid predation from adult Bulborbs.
As with other Bulborbs, you will usually find this animal snoozing. It does not have any particular resistances or special attacks, and can't stuff any more Pikmin into its mouth than its relatives, but approach with caution: as you will see from experience, Orange Bulborbs are especially easy to wake from a nap, and can often be extremely difficult to defeat without losing any Pikmin, even when using traditional Bulborb-fighting tactics.<div style="clear: both"></div>


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==Spotty Bulbear==
 
{{main|Spotty Bulbear}}
=== Bulborb ===
[[Image:Spottybulbear.jpg|left|140px|thumb|The roaming Spotty Bulbear.]]
[[File:Pikmin Garden Bulborb render.png|left|150px]]
Spotty Bulbears are creatures in both Pikmin games which resemble Bulborbs in appearance, but are not identical. They are a bit shorter, with rounded snouts, large chapped lips, and a wide mouth which allows them to gobble up many more Pikmin. From a distance, they are easily distinguishable by their tan faces and black bodies with red spots. You will often see a Spotty Bulbear being followed by a group of [[Dwarf Bulbear]]s.
{{main|Bulborb}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii russus''
 
The Bulborb is arguably the most well-known enemy in all of the ''Pikmin'' games, and is often just as much a staple for the games as the [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] themselves. It is called the "Spotty Bulborb" in ''Pikmin'' and the "Red Bulborb" in ''Pikmin 2''.
 
Bulborbs, like most types of bulborb, are largely nocturnal creatures and prefer to spend the daytime sleeping. They have a slow reaction time and can be overwhelmed by a large enough squad, but caution should always be taken, as these gluttonous predators can swallow several Pikmin at once. Attacking from behind will usually yield the best results.
 
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=== Bulborb Larva ===
[[File:Bulborb Larva P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Bulborb Larva}}


Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii larva (pre-molt)/ Oculus bambinii''
These beasts slept most of the time in Pikmin 1, but still posed a realistic threat, as they were a good deal tougher than Spotty (Red) Bulborbs. In Pikmin 2, they are wide-awake during daytime hours, making them all the more dangerous. Instead of passively waiting for food to wander by, Bulbears will traverse set patrol routes while hunting, which can sometimes lead them in the direction of your camp. You should never leave Pikmin unattended in Bulbear territory unless you're familiar with its patrol path. Attacking a Bulbear can be especially difficult if it is being followed by Dwarf Bulbears, as they will quickly devour any Pikmin that fall to the ground. Mature Bulbears are also one of two enemies in Pikmin 2 that can revive itself after shortly after being felled, so make haste in disposing of the body.<div style="clear: both"></div>


Bulborb Larvae are seen in ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 4''. These newly-born Bulborbs are born without legs and do not yet have the unique color patterns that the adults display. These tiny creatures have exceptionally low vitality, but are capable of eating Pikmin with incredible speed. In some places, these enemies are continuously born from [[Empress Bulblax]]es and [[dirt-mound]]s.
==Dwarf Bulbear==
 
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=== Dwarf Bulbear ===
[[File:Dwarf Bulbear P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Dwarf Bulbear}}
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[[Image:Dwarfbulbear.jpg|left|173px|thumb|Younger forms of the Spotty Bulbear.]]
Like the [[Spotty Bulbear]], the Dwarf Bulbear appears in both Pikmin games. They resemble miniature [[Spotty Bulbear]]s, but unlike Dwarf Bulborbs, are actually juvenile Bulbears. Bulbears in particular are known for hunting along set patrol routes in search for prey, but these immature grub-dogs do not yet have established routes, and thus rely on their parent to guide them towards food.


Scientific Name: ''Oculus terribilis dotticum larva (2nd molt)''
When by themselves, Dwarf Bulbears will behave just like Dwarf Bulborbs, hungrily sniffing at the ground while waiting for Pikmin to pass by, but they have a much higher reaction time than Dwarf Bulborbs and will not return to their original position after being disturbed. If an adult Bulbear happens to stroll by, these eager young creatures will bark and immediately fall into line behind the beast. Large numbers of Dwarf Bulbears can gather quickly in this way, so it's best to pick them off individually before they get the chance to clump. Sometimes the Bulbear is hidden, but you can tell it's there if the Dwarf Bulbear(s) are sniffing back and forth at a rapid pace and occasionally barking and walking forward a bit.
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Like the [[Spotty Bulbear]], the Dwarf Bulbear appears in all four major ''Pikmin'' games. They resemble miniature [[Spotty Bulbear]]s, but unlike Dwarf Bulborbs, are actually juvenile Bulbears. Bulbears in particular are known for hunting along set patrol routes in search for prey, but these immature grub-dogs do not yet have established routes, and thus rely on their parent to guide them towards food.
==Fiery Bulblax==
 
{{main|Fiery Bulblax}}
When by themselves, Dwarf Bulbears will behave just like Dwarf Bulborbs, but if an adult Bulbear happens to stroll by, these eager young creatures will bark and immediately fall into line behind the beast.
[[Image:Fierybulbax.jpg|left|200px|thumb|A Fiery Bulblax with its signature flames.]]
 
The Fiery Bulblax is found only in Pikmin 2, and is a rather odd-looking creature. Its entire body has a melted appearance, and one of its eyes is smaller than the other, possibly an eye tic (this, along with it's strange shape may be a reference to another Nintendo character: "King K. Rool" from the Donkey Kong series). This mean-looking creature's skin secretes chemicals which combust upon exposure to oxygen, setting its body aflame.
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=== Dwarf Frosty Bulborb ===
[[File:Dwarf Frosty Bulborb P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Dwarf Frosty Bulborb}}


Scientific Name: ''Oculus stomagelus larva (2nd molt)''
Only [[Red Pikmin]] can withstand the blaze this creature's body produces. However, if lured into water, the flames can be extinguished, making it a prime target for [[Blue Pikmin]]. [[Purple Pikmin]] can deal damage and potentially stun the Bulblax simply by being thrown, so they work well in any situation provided they're called back before they burn. Whichever strategy is used, use of a [[spray]] is advisable to avoid losing any Pikmin to this walking inferno. It's also possible to slay this beast with your captains if you have the [[Scorch Guard]], especially useful on the second sublevel of the [[Cavern of Chaos]], where there are three of these creatures.<div style="clear: both"></div>


The Dwarf Frosty Bulborb is an icy variant of the Dwarf Bulborb that appears in ''Pikmin 4''. They resemble Dwarf Bulborbs in appearance, but are blue in coloration and have ice crystal covering their back. If the ice has not been melted, they freeze all Pikmin, except Ice Pikmin, that come in contact with any part of its body. Unlike other Dwarf Bulborbs, they are actually grub-dogs and are the juvenile form of the Frosty Bulborb.
==Emperor Bulblax==
 
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=== Emperor Bulblax ===
[[File:Pikmin Garden Emperor Bulblax render.png|left|150px]]
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[[Image:Emperorbulblax.jpg|left|173px|thumb|The enormous Emperor Bulblax.]]
The Emperor Bulblax is the final boss in the first Pikmin game. It lies dormant in its arena at [[The Final Trial]] stage until you approach, where it will wake up and hobble after your Pikmin. This beast resembles a flabby yellow Bulborb with small red eyes and a large, moss-covered backside.


Scientific Name: ''Oculus supremus''
Its attacks include licking the ground with its tongue (with the intent to eat any Pikmin that happen to be there), licking its face (to get rid of offending Pikmin), and jumping high into the air to crush and shake off Pikmin. The safest strategy by far is to have yellow Pikmin grab nearby [[bomb-rock]]s and have the Bulblax ingest them (without your Pikmin still holding onto them, of course). The more rocks in one gulp, the better. The explosion is enough to stun the titanic grub-dog, presenting the perfect opportunity to attack its fleshy face. Repeat this and a win is assured.


The Emperor Bulblax is the final boss in the first ''Pikmin'' game. This beast resembles a flabby yellow Bulborb with small red eyes and a large, moss-covered backside. Its attacks include licking the ground with its tongue (with the intent to eat any Pikmin that happen to be there), licking its face (to get rid of offending Pikmin), and jumping high into the air to crush and shake off Pikmin. The safest strategy by far is to have Yellow Pikmin grab nearby [[bomb-rock]]s and have the Bulblax ingest them.
The Emperor Bulblax appears again in Pikmin 2, though this time is much smaller, much weaker, and much more common, appearing in multiple caves, sometimes twice in the same sublevel. Although it still possesses its signature rock-hard hide, it is significantly less mossy.<div style="clear: both"></div>


The Emperor Bulblax appears again in ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 4'', though this time it is much smaller, much weaker, and much more common: it appears in multiple caves, sometimes twice or three times in the same sublevel. Although it still possesses its signature rock-hard hide, it is significantly less mossy.
==Empress Bulblax==
 
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=== Empress Bulblax ===
[[File:Pikmin Garden Empress Bulblax render.png|left|150px]]
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[[Image:Empressblublax.jpg|left|188px|thumb|The titanic Empress Bulblax]]
The Empress Bulblax is a boss-class enemy in the Pikmin 2 game. It resembles a cross between a Red Bulborb and a gargantuan termite queen. Its girth has its head and legs dangling in the air, and it appears to be unable to eat on its own as it never once takes a bite at your Pikmin.


Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii matriarchia (hypertrophic, gravid)/ Oculus matriarchia''
The Empress Bulblax seems to be vulnerable on all parts of its body, but attacking the head is easily the safest way to go about it. After a while, it will shake off any hostile Pikmin and roll left and right, crushing anything underneath and sometimes causing boulders to fall from the ceiling. It is one of the few bosses that can vary depending on where you encounter it, since later dungeons have the Empress continuously giving birth to ravenous [[Bulborb Larva]]e before and during the battle. The Bulblax can only be [[Ultra-bitter spray|petrified]] if you release the spray on the middle of the monster's elongated torso.
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The Empress Bulblax is a boss-class enemy in ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 4''. It resembles a cross between a Bulborb and a gargantuan termite queen. The Empress Bulblax seems to be vulnerable on all parts of its body, but attacking the head is easily the safest way to go about it. After a while, it will shake off any hostile Pikmin and roll left and right, crushing anything underneath and in the Hole of Heroes, causes boulders to fall from the ceiling. In all ''Pikmin 2'' appearances beside the ''Hole of Beasts'', the Empress continuously gives birth to ravenous [[Bulborb Larva]]e before and during the battle. In ''Pikmin 4'' the Empress Bulblax is once again fought 3 times. Like in ''Pikmin 2'', it will not give birth in the first fight, will in the second fight, and will drop boulders in the third fight. In the third battle, however, Bulborb Larva will fall from the ceiling instead of being birthed by the Bulblax.
==Bulborb Larva==
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[[Image:Bulborblarva.jpg|left|197px|thumb|The small but ravenous Bulborb Larva.]]
Bulborb Larvae are only seen in Pikmin 2. These newly-born Bulborbs are without legs and do not yet have the unique color patterns that the adults display, but have white bodies with yellowish faces and what appear to be small pink tails.


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These tiny creatures have exceptionally low vitality, being able to be killed with a single hit, but it is not advised that you make an attempt at them with your Pikmin, as the larvae eat them with incredible speed. Captains are usually used to deal with swarms of them. The little monsters are continuously born from [[Empress Bulblax]]es located on Sublevel 8 of the [[Frontier Cavern]], Sublevel 11 of the [[Hole of Heroes]], and Sublevel 4 of the [[Emperor's Realm]] in [[Challenge Mode]]. Only a certain amount can be born, though it is a great sum to comprehend, and if you destroy enough of them, the Empress Bulblax may wake up and start giving birth again. They burst upon being defeated, meaning you cannot carry them back to the [[Research Pod]], but they will sometimes release [[nectar]] for your Pikmin.<div style="clear: both"></div>


=== Eye-Stalker Bulbeel ===
==Water Dumple==
[[File:Eye-Stalker Bulbeel.png|left|150px]]
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Scientific Name: ''Oculus voraxa''
 
The Eye-Stalker Bulbeel is an aquatic variant of the Bulborb that appears in ''Hey! Pikmin''. It strongly resembles a purple eel with red fins, light blue stripes on its sides, and a tan belly. Its mouth appears small and puckered when not attacking. They are found emerging from underwater pits.
 
Eye-Stalker Bulbeels attack by lunging directly upwards with their mouth wide open to eat Pikmin, after which they will retreat. They poke their heads out before attacking, giving Olimar a chance to get away. They have high health, and while defeating them is time-consuming, it rewards the player by dropping lots of [[Sparklium]].
 
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=== Fiery Bulblax ===
[[File:Fiery Bulblax P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Fiery Bulblax}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus volcanus''
 
The Fiery Bulblax is found in ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 4'', it is a rather odd-looking creature. Its entire body has a melted appearance, and one of its eyes is smaller than the other, possibly an eye tic. This mean-looking creature's skin secretes chemicals which combust upon exposure to oxygen, setting its body aflame. Only [[Red Pikmin]] can withstand the blaze this creature's body produces. However, if lured into water, the flames can be extinguished, making it a prime target for [[Blue Pikmin]].
 
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=== Frosty Bulborb ===
[[File:Frosty Bulborb P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Frosty Bulborb}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus stomagelus''
 
The Frosty Bulborb is an icy variant of the Bulborb that appears in ''Pikmin 4''. They resemble normal Bulborbs in appearance, but are blue in coloration and have an ice crystal covering their back. If the ice has not been melted, they freeze all Pikmin, except Ice Pikmin, that come in contact with any part of its body. They are the adult form of the Dwarf Frosty Bulborb.
 
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=== Hairy Bulborb===
[[File:Hairy Bulborb P2S icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Hairy Bulborb}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii folliculus''
 
Hairy Bulborbs are enemies exclusive to ''Pikmin 2''. A Bulborb variant which shares many traits with the [[Bulborb]], Hairy Bulborbs are mostly white, with a brown nose and blue spots. The most notable characteristic of this particular subspecies is a plume of fluffy white hair on the creature's back, which insulates its body as an adaption to a colder habitat, and it falls off in battle.
 
Hairy Bulborbs behave similarly to Bulborbs, but are slightly more aggressive and more resilient to attack. They can still be overpowered with a large army of Pikmin.
 
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=== Jumbo Bulborb ===
[[File:Pikmin Garden Jumbo Bulborb render.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Jumbo Bulborb}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii russus (polypoid)''
 
Jumbo Bulborbs are abnormal Bulborbs that appear in ''Pikmin 4''. They are more aggressive and larger than normal Bulborbs due to a chromosomal irregularity during the Bulborbs early life. Unlike other Bulborbs, Jumbo Bulborbs are not found sleeping and may hide in vegetation to ambush unsuspecting prey.
 
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=== Long Water Dumple ===
[[File:Long Water Dumple Creature Log.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Long Water Dumple}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Ichthyosa felongus''
 
The Long Water Dumple is the boss of sector 2 in ''Hey! Pikmin''. It is an elongated, eel-like variant of the [[Water Dumple]], with bright yellow spots, a pink mouth lined with sharp teeth, and hair-like follicles on its head. They have two eye-stalks with glowing orbs on the end that act as its eyes, similar to Bulborbs.
 
It attacks by quickly lunging at Olimar from the side of the screen, eating any Pikmin in its way, after which it is vulnerable for attack. In-between these attacks, it can be seen swimming in the background. It can also attack by ramming into a wall in the background which causes large chunks of rock to fall, or it can spit round rocks at Olimar. It drops the [[Unexamined Nest]] after being defeated.
 
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=== Orange Bulborb ===
[[File:Orange Bulborb P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Orange Bulborb}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus kageyamii orangium''
 
The Orange Bulborb is an enemy in ''Pikmin 2'', ''Pikmin 3'', and ''Pikmin 4''. Its appearance closely resembles that of other Bulborbs, but this particular variant sports an orange rump with black spots and a black face. Its yellow, bloodshot eyes are an indicator of this dangerous creature's vicious temperament.
 
As with other Bulborbs, this animal is usually found snoozing. It does not have any particular resistances or special attacks, and can't stuff any more Pikmin into its mouth than its relatives, but should still be approached with caution: Orange Bulborbs are especially easy to wake from a nap, and can often be extremely difficult to defeat without losing any Pikmin, even when using traditional Bulborb-fighting tactics.
 
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=== Sovereign Bulblax ===
[[File:Pikmin Garden Sovereign Bulblax render.png|left|150px]]
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Scientific Name: ''Oculus supremus (advanced age)''
 
The Sovereign Bulblax is a large enemy that appears in ''Pikmin 4''. It is an advanced age Emperor Bulblax, with the difference being its size and the amount of vegetation and rocks on its back. It has a more potent jump than the standard Emperor Bulblax, and has significantly  higher health as well.
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=== Spotty Bulbear ===
[[File:Spotty Bulbear P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Spotty Bulbear}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus terribilus dotticum''
 
Spotty Bulbears are creatures in all four main ''Pikmin'' games which resemble Bulborbs in appearance but are not identical. They are a bit shorter, with rounded snouts, large chapped lips, and a wide mouth which allows them to gobble more Pikmin per bite. From a distance, they are easily distinguishable by their tan faces and black bodies with red spots. Often, a Spotty Bulbear is followed by a group of [[Dwarf Bulbear]]s.
 
These beasts sleep most of the time in {{p1}}, but are noticeably tougher than Spotty Bulborbs, making them formidable opponents. In {{p2}}, they are wide-awake during daytime hours, making a sneak attack nearly impossible. They actively patrol the map and can even [[Health#Revival|revive from death]]; in any sublevel or area where a Spotty Bulbear is present, they are a top priority target.
 
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=== Water Dumple ===
[[File:Water Dumple P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Water Dumple}}
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[[Image:Waterdumple.jpg|left|122px|thumb|The water-dwelling Water Dumple.]]
Water Dumples are enemies in both Pikmin games. They are part of the Grub-dog family, and while they may look strange, in fact act similar to Bulborbs. They are most commonly found in the water, but can survive on the land as well. They resemble blue shellfish with relatively large mouths.


Scientific Name: ''Ichthyosa felinis''
Water Dumples are defeated somewhat easily as long as you take caution and swarm them. Just like Bulborbs, [[Purple Pikmin]] will work well if you can find this creature on land. This creature can also be easily defeated by captains, as it has low health, and the [[Rocket Fist]] will do impressive damage on its last punch.
 
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Water Dumples are enemies in all four main ''Pikmin'' games. They are part of the grub-dog family, despite having different appearances for aquatic habitation, and also having similar eating habits. They are most commonly found in the water, but can survive on the land as well. Depending on the game, they are either colored blue or purple, and resemble shellfish with large mouths. Water Dumples are defeated somewhat easily as long as the player takes caution or [[swarm]]s them.
 
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=== Whiptongue Bulborb ===
[[File:Whiptongue Bulborb P4 icon.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Whiptongue Bulborb}}
 
Scientific Name: ''Oculus longolingua''
 
The Whiptongue Bulborb is an enemy in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4''. They feature the characteristic rounded body and bulbous stalk-eyes, but they are different from their many terrestrial cousins in that they have a long, anteater-like snout instead of a large maw. It lashes its tongue out violently to ensnare Pikmin, then pulls them in and does a very brief animation of licking its chops and swallowing. The long tongue effectively gives the creature a ranged attack, which can make it a difficult foe to defeat.
 
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==In ''Pikmin Adventure''==
The following enemies exist in {{pa}}, and are said in-game to belong to the grub-dog family. They are, however, not [[canon]].
 
===Bilious Bulborb===
[[File:Bilious Bulborb NL.png|left|150px]]
''Official family unknown''
{{main|Bilious Bulborb}}
 
The Bilious Bulborb appears only in {{pa}}. It is the most dangerous non-boss [[Pikmin Adventure enemies#Bulborb|Bulborb]] variant found throughout the attraction, and is the fifth mini-boss the player fights. Its eyes and color resembles that of the Orange Bulborb.
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===Bulblord===
[[File:Bulblord NL.png|left|150px]]
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The Bulblord is the first boss in ''Pikmin Adventure''. It is a huge Bulborb that can charge towards  the player and their Pikmin and also [[crush]] them by rolling over. It looks very similar to the Bulborb, except with even more weak points around its body.
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===Grand Bulblord===
[[File:Grand Bulblord NL.png|left|150px]]
{{main|Grand Bulblord}}
 
The Grand Bulblord is a boss found only in ''Pikmin Adventure'''s Extra Challenges. It is very similar to the Bulblord, also being a large robotic Bulborb with weak spots around it. However, it is green and has more menacing green eyes. It also attacks significantly faster, and can even spawn enemies like the Bulborbs found throughout the attraction.
 
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===Green Bulborb===
[[File:Green Bulborb PA.png|left|150px]]
''Official family unknown''
{{main|Green Bulborb}}
 
The Green Bulborb appears only in ''Pikmin Adventure''. It is the rarest color variant of the Bulborb. It can only attack using a homing charge at the player. It usually appears in enclosed areas, requiring the player to manually break them out, or in dark areas, requiring the player to use the nearby [[Common Glowcap#Pikmin Adventure|Glowing Mushroom]] to upgrade their light source.
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===Yellow Bulborb===
[[File:Yellow Bulborb NL.png|left|150px]]
''Official family unknown''
{{main|Yellow Bulborb}}
 
The Yellow Bulborb appears only in ''Pikmin Adventure''. It is an uncommon color variant of the Bulborb. It can only attack by shooting projectiles and eating players. It usually appears in open areas allowing players to take it out without much effort.
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==Naming==
"Grub-dog" is a combination of {{w|grub}}, a worm insect, and {{w|dog}}. According to the [[Pikmin Garden]] website, this is due to their resemblance to space dogs. Moreover, the word "Bulborb" is derived from the name of [[Captain Olimar]]'s pet space dog [[Minor characters#Bulbie|Bulbie]]. Most members of this family have the word "Bulborb" in their name, which is likely a combination of "bulb" and "orb", referring to their large, round eyes and bulbous body. The Japanese popular name for "Bulborb" is {{j|チャッピー|Chappī|Chappy|f=tp}} and the Japanese name is {{j|デメマダラ|Deme Madara}} which, according to the {{ssbb}} trophy for the [[Bulborb]] translates to "Spotted Bug-eye".{{cite quote|{{Notes:Bulborb/ssbb}}|[[Bulborb]] trophy|{{ssbb}}}}
 
The genus most Bulborbs belong to is ''Oculus'', which is Latin for "eye", and the species name of most of them is ''kageyamii'', which is most likely taken from Daisuke Kageyama, one of the developers credited for creature design.
 
===Names in other languages===
{{foreignname
|Jap  = イヌムシ科
|JapR = Inu mushi ka
|JapM = Dog bug family
|JapN =
|ChiSimp  = 犬虫科
|ChiSimpN =
|ChiSimpM = Dog bug family
|ChiTrad  = 犬蟲科
|ChiTradN =
|ChiTradM = Dog bug family
|Dut  = Grubrakkers
|DutM = Grub rascals
|DutN =
|Fra  = Canidés Fouisseurs
|FraM = Excavating canids
|FraN = From ''"Fouisseurs"'' (digging, excavating) and ''"Canidés"'' (canids). "Fouisseur" is a synonyme of "Creuser" (dig), and "Canidés" (Canidae) refers to canines.
|Ger  = Glubschkäfer
|GerM = Ogleetles
|GerN = The name is a portmanteau of ''"glubschen"'' (to ogle) and ''"käfer"'' (beetles)
|Ita  = Coletidi
|ItaM = Possibly from ''coleottero'' (coleoptera) and ''boleto'' (boletus, a genus of mushroom)
|ItaN =
|Kor  = 강아지벌레 과
|KorM = Puppy bug family
|KorN =
|Spa  = Gusarapérridos
|SpaM = Grudogidae
|SpaN = The name is a portmanteau of ''"gusano"'' (worm) , ''"perro"'' (dog) and the suffix "''-idos''" ({{w|Family_(biology)#Nomenclature|-idae}}), which is used for naming animal family names
|Por  = Insecanídeos
|PorM = Insecanidae
|PorN = The name is a portmanteau of ''"inseto"'' (insect) and ''"canídeos"'' ({{w|Canidae}})<br> The suffix "''-ídeos''" ({{w|Family_(biology)#Nomenclature|-idae}}) is used for naming animal family names
|notes = y
}}
 
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==Gallery==
<gallery>
Grubdog4.jpg|A large variety of Grub-dogs as seen in ''Pikmin 4''.
</gallery>
 
==See also==
*[[Breadbug family]]


==References==
[[Category:Grub-dogs| ]]
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{{Enemies}}
[[Category:Grub-dog family| ]]

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