Female Sheargrub

Female Sheargrub
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Appears in	Pikmin, Pikmin 2
Scientific name	Himeagea mandibulosa
Family	Mandiblard
Areas	The Forest of Hope, Awakening Wood
Caves	Hole of Beasts, White Flower Garden, Bulblax Kingdom, Glutton's Kitchen, Hole of Heroes
Challenge Mode stages	None
2-Player Battle stages	None
Attacks	None

Female Sheargrubs are enemies found in both Pikmin games. Unlike the members of the opposing gender, they are scavengers and do not attack the Captains or Pikmin. Their behavior, along with their light pink color and relatively small jaws, is the most distinctive difference between males and females of the species. As with Male Sheargrubs, however, they eat bridges that were built on a previous day.

Ship Log

A female Sheargrub.

Note that there is only one entry for both male and female.

"Today I've learned something new about these creatures' behavioral patterns. They are very vexing bugs-they chew apart the bridges that the Pikmin build! All the effort the Pikmin went to... I must watch for these pests."

Notes

Reel notes

“Males of this species are purple and have an armored head.”

Olimar's notes

“The males of this species are purple and black creatures with tapered mouths, while the females are lighter in color and lack an armored exoskeleton. As with most mandiblards, these creatures have regressed to the point where they have lost both legs and wings. They can be seen crawling around on the ground and are believed to feed on the vegetable extracts from the congealed fluids of expired Pikmin.”

Louie's notes

“For an unforgettable quiche, slice this creature up and mix with four eggs, two vine-ripened tomatoes, diced zucchini, and generous handfuls of feta and swiss. Bake until crusty and golden. This beast is most flavorful if caught and cooked just after laying its eggs.”

Strategy

Female Sheargrubs are harmless and can be defeated with ease by either the Pikmin or Olimar. There is no threat at all. A single Pikmin on their backs should take them out instantly. Leading them into water will also deplete their health.