Pelipper DeltaCrystal Guardians #26 Pokémon Card

Pelipper, the Water Bird Pokémon, is a dual Water/Flying type introduced in Generation III. It evolves from Wingull starting at level 25. Pelipper is known for its massive beak, which it uses to carry small Pokémon and eggs, or to scoop up prey from the water’s surface. Its natural habitat includes coastal areas, open seas, and sometimes even inland lakes, where it can be seen gracefully soaring above the water. Pelipper typically feeds on fish and other small aquatic creatures, utilizing its large beak as a net. In the anime, Pelipper often serves as a mode of transport, notably for Team Aqua, and is depicted as a reliable, if sometimes clumsy, partner. Its role in the games extends to being a common sight in water routes and a staple for many trainers seeking a Flying-type with Water-type offensive capabilities. Pelipper embodies the coastal ecosystem, representing the blend of land and sea life, and its design is inspired by pelicans, birds known for their prominent throat pouches. Its presence reinforces the biodiversity of the Hoenn region and its cultural significance lies in its depiction as a helpful avian companion and a symbol of marine environments.