Sporovid family
The sporovid family consists of 2 fungi-like creatures with similar characteristics. Although different sizes, they all have a yellow body, a red cap, and two strange and two stubby legs.
The only known genus in this family is Aspergilla, which consists of Puffstalks.
Members
Puffstool
- Main article: Puffstool.
Official family unknown
The Puffstool is a normally harmless boss in Pikmin that when threatened is capable of converting the player's Pikmin into Mushroom Pikmin by releasing spores. It has 2 stubby legs and a big body. Converted Pikmin follow the Puffstool and attack healthy Pikmin and Captain Olimar if they get near.
Puffstalk
- Main article: Puffstalk.
The Puffstalk is a harmless creature found in Hey! Pikmin that comes out of holes. It carries a treasure inside, so it must be defeated to complete the game.
Naming
The family name, Sporovid, is a reference to the real-world spores fungi use to reproduce. Aspergilla is derived from "Aspergillus", a genus belonging to many species of fungus.
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Japanese |
ボケナメコ科? Boke Nameko Ka |
Stupid nameko family |
Trivia
- The family name Sporovid was first featured in the Prima guidebook for the original Pikmin game.
- Although, the Prima guidebook is considered ambiguous canon, the fact that the Puffstalk's family was confirmed to be the same in-game, this likely means the Puffstalk's classification is correct.
