PoochyenaRuby & Sapphire #63 Pokémon Card

Poochyena is a Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, making its debut in the *Pokémon Ruby* and *Sapphire* games. It is known as the Bite Pokémon, characterized by its sharp fangs and aggressive, persistent nature. Poochyena evolves into Mightyena starting at level 18. In the wild, Poochyena are often found in forests and plains, traveling in small packs. They are opportunistic scavengers, known for chasing after anything that moves, and are said to be very persistent hunters once they lock onto prey. Their diet primarily consists of smaller Pokémon and carrion. In the anime, Poochyena are often depicted as mischievous and somewhat timid, but fiercely loyal to their trainers. They played a notable role in the early adventures of May in the *Advanced Generation* series. As a Dark-type, Poochyena is strong against Psychic and Ghost types, but weak against Fighting, Bug, and Fairy types. Its design, resembling a hyena or wolf cub, contributes to its popularity among fans of canine-like Pokémon.