TaillowRuby & Sapphire #72 Pokémon Card

Taillow, the Tiny Swallow Pokémon, is a Normal/Flying type introduced in Generation III. This nimble bird is known for its incredible stamina and perseverance, often flying for an entire day without rest. Its Pokédex entries frequently highlight its tenacity, noting that it will keep fighting even when hungry. Taillow primarily inhabits forests and grasslands, where it hunts for Bug-type Pokémon. It is typically social, often seen in flocks, which is beautifully depicted in the card’s artwork. Taillow evolves into Swellow starting at level 22. In the games, it's a common early-game bird Pokémon, similar to Pidgey or Hoothoot, offering players a quick Flying-type option. Ash Ketchum famously caught a Taillow in the anime during his journey through the Hoenn region, which later evolved into Swellow and became a valuable member of his team, known for its speed and aerial combat skills. Its dual typing gives it an immunity to Ghost-type attacks and a weakness to Electric, Ice, and Rock types in the main series games, though these type matchups are simplified in the TCG.