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The '''Phosbat''' ({{j|コカガミ|Ko Kagami|Child Mirror}}) is a creature found in ''[[Pikmin 3]]'', and is the infant form of the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]]. It bears some notable resemblances to the adult form, including its orange wings, black, hairy head, and big bulging eyes that squint when exposed to light. The noises the Phosbat emits is also similar to that of the adult form. Its legs are stumpy, similar to those of the adult, but it lacks proper arms. It also lacks fluorescent lights upon its head, and only two fangs are visible in its mouth.
The '''Phosbat''' ({{j|コカガミ|Ko Kagami|Small Mirror}}) is an [[Enemy|enemy]] found in ''[[Pikmin 3]]'', and is the infant form of the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]]. It bears some notable resemblances to the adult form, including its orange wings, black, hairy head, and big bulging eyes that squint when exposed to light. The noises the Phosbat emits is also similar to that of the adult form. Its legs are stumpy, similar to those of the adult, but it lacks proper arms. It also lacks fluorescent lights upon its head, and only two fangs are visible in its mouth.


Phosbats can only live in dark environments, such as caves, and will take continuous damage as long as they are exposed to light. Therefore, they can easily be dealt with by throwing Pikmin at [[Common Glowcap]]s found in the caves where they grow. This will cause them to spring up and become a light source, scattering and damaging, potentially killing, all nearby Phosbats.
Phosbats can only live in dark environments, such as caves, and will take continuous damage as long as they are exposed to light. Therefore, they can easily be dealt with by throwing Pikmin at [[Common Glowcap]]s found in the caves where they grow. This will cause them to spring up and become a light source, scattering and damaging, potentially killing, all nearby Phosbats.
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===''Pikmin 3'' Prima Guide===
===''Pikmin 3'' Prima Guide===
{{transcript|Phosbats aren't particularly strong, but they appear in large groups. These creatures are very sensitive to light – activate nearby Glowcaps or Light Bulbs to defeat any Phosbats caught in the resulting glow. If no light source is available, toss Pikmin onto individual Phosbats until the area is clear.|block=y}}
{{transcript|Phosbats aren't particularly strong, but they appear in large groups. These creatures are very sensitive to light – activate nearby Glowcaps or Light Bulbs to defeat any Phosbats caught in the resulting glow. If no light source is available, toss Pikmin onto individual Phosbats until the area is clear.|block=y}}
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==Naming==
==Naming==
{{see more|Aerodentia family#Naming}}
{{see more|Aerodentia family#Naming}}
"Phosbat" is a combination of two terms. In Greek, φῶς ("phos") means "light". This refers to how the Phosbat has the ability to bend light and turn invisible, at least in the [[Vehemoth Phosbat|adult stage]], and also how it cannot withstand bright lights. "Bat" refers to how it looks and acts similar to real-life {{w|bat}}s. In Japan, it is known as {{j|コカガミ|Ko Kagami}}, which means "Child Mirror", given that it is an infant, and how the mature creature can bend light, a bit like mirrors.  
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|common    = Phosbat. It is a combination of two terms. In Greek, φῶς ("phos") means "light". This refers to how the Phosbat has the ability to bend light and turn invisible, at least in the [[Vehemoth Phosbat|adult stage]], and also how it cannot withstand bright lights. "Bat" refers to how it looks and acts similar to real-life {{w|bat}}s.
Its scientific name, ''Tectupervus pteromys'', contains the species name ''ptermoys''. {{w|Pteromys}} is also the genus for several flying squirrels species, referencing the Phosbats' wings, specifically that of its [[Vehemoth Phosbat|adult form]].
|jpcommon  = {{j|コカガミ|Ko Kagami|Small Mirror}}. Given that it is an infant, and how the mature creature can bend light, a bit like mirrors.  
 
|jpname    = {{j|オウモンコガクレ|Ou Mon Kogakure|Yellow Pattern Hider}}. It is shared with its adult form.
The enemy's internal name, <code>kokagami</code>, matches the Japanese name.
|scientific = ''Tectupervus pteromys''. ''{{w|Pteromys}}'' is the genus for several flying squirrels species, referencing the Phosbats' wings, specifically that of its [[Vehemoth Phosbat|adult form]]. It is also shared with its adult form.
|internal  = The enemy's internal name, <code>kokagami</code>, matches the Japanese name.
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===Names in other languages===
===Names in other languages===
{{Foreignname
{{Foreignname
|Jap   = コカガミ
|Jap=コカガミ
|JapR = Ko Kagami
|JapR=Ko Kagami
|JapM = Child Mirror
|JapM=Small Mirror
|SpaA  = Espectropolilla larva
|Fra=Broidugris
|SpaAM = Larva spectremoth
|FraM=From ''Broidunoir'' (Vehemoth Phosbat), with ''noir'' (black) replaced with ''gris'' (grey)
|Fra   = Broidugris
|Spa=Espectrolarva espejo
|FraM = From ''Broidunoir'' (Vehemoth Phosbat), with ''noir'' (black) replaced with ''gris'' (grey)
|SpaM=Mirror spectrelarva
|SpaE  = Espectrolarva espejo
|Kor=꼬마유령거울
|SpaEM = Mirror spectrelarva
|KorR=
|KorM=
|ChiTrad=小幽鏡怪
|ChiTradR=
|ChiTradM=
|Ger=Flederlum
|GerM=Combination of ''Fledermaus'' (bat) and "Lumen", a unit for the intensity of light
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Phosbat eye P3 screenshot.jpg|A Phosbat eye.
Phosbat eye P3 screenshot.jpg|A Phosbat eye.
Vehemoth Phosbat inhaling.jpg|Phosbats ducking to prevent being eaten by the Vehemoth Phosbat.
Vehemoth Phosbat inhaling.jpg|Phosbats ducking to prevent being eaten by the Vehemoth Phosbat.
Phosbatpodwall.jpg|An inactive Phosbat Pod on a wall.
P3 Phosbat spawn.jpg|A Phosbat spawning out of a [[Phosbat Pod]].
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* When Phosbats die, their eyes pop out of their heads and roll on the floor.
* When Phosbats die, their eyes pop out of their heads and roll on the floor.
* Phosbats resemble their adult variation. Therefore, they are not considered larvae, but are rather nymphs.
* The Phosbats in the opening sequence can eat Pikmin. However, they will not be counted as Pikmin casualties for the in-game reports.
* The Phosbats in the opening sequence can kill Pikmin. However, they will not be counted as Pikmin casualties for the in-game reports.
* The particle effects that come out of dying Phosbat and Phosbat Pods, Pods spawning Phosbats, and Pikmin [[poison|dusted]] by the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]] are all the same.
* The particle effects that come out of dying Phosbat and Phosbat Pods, Pods spawning Phosbats, and Pikmin [[poison|dusted]] by the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]] are all the same.
* It is actually possible for Phosbats to still be alive after the boss is defeated by not turning the big light on. To do this, the player has to defeat the Vehemoth Phosbat by continuously throwing Pikmin at it until it dies.
* It is actually possible for Phosbats to still be alive after the boss is defeated by not turning the big light on. To do this, the player has to defeat the Vehemoth Phosbat by continuously throwing Pikmin at it until it dies.
* Phosbats share several traits with [[grub-dog]]s and [[breadbug]]s, like similar teeth, 2 digits, similar claws and an overall similar body plan. Likewise, the [[Fireflap Bulborb]] has a similar wing structures to that of the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]]. Considering these similarities, it is very likely all 3 families are closely related.
** The Vehemoth Phosbat lacking most of the features mentioned before could imply grub-dogs and breadbugs are {{w|neotenic}}.


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