What is a Delta Species Pokémon?

Delta Species Pokémon were a special variant introduced during the EX Series era, featuring Pokémon with different typings than their natural forms, often due to exposure to electromagnetic waves in the Holon region.

Is this Trapinch card rare?

This Trapinch is an uncommon card from the Holon Phantoms set. While not a holographic or ultra-rare card, its Delta Species designation makes it a distinctive and sought-after variant for collectors.

What year was the Holon Phantoms set released?

The Holon Phantoms set, which this Trapinch card is a part of, was released in 2006.

Who illustrated this Trapinch card?

The artwork for this Trapinch card was created by Hajime Kusajima, known for his vibrant and dynamic illustrations in the Pokémon TCG.

Does this Trapinch evolve into a Delta Species Vibrava or Flygon?

While this Trapinch is a Delta Species, its evolutions (Vibrava and Flygon) would typically be found as Delta Species cards themselves if they were to continue the altered typing, but this specific card does not directly imply its evolutions would also be Delta Species.

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TrapinchHolon Phantoms #84 Pokémon Card

Name: Trapinch — Holon Phantoms #84
Brand: Pokémon TCG
Price: 0.85 USD
Availability: InStock

Holon Phantoms·#84·2006

Trapinch is a Ground type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, known for its powerful jaws and its evolution into the iconic Flygon, a Dragon/Ground type. This particular card is from the 2006 Holon Phantoms set, an uncommon Delta Species variant that showcases Trapinch with a unique typing and abilities. Here, you will find extensive Pokédex lore for Trapinch, a breakdown of its attacks including their energy costs and effects, and a detailed history of this specific card's edition.

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Card Number: #84
Release Date: February 28, 2006
Language: EN
Set Code: hp

Trapinch, the Ant Pit Pokémon, is a Ground type creature first introduced in Generation III. It is the initial stage in a three-stage evolution line, evolving into Vibrava and then into the formidable Flygon. Trapinch is renowned for its disproportionately large jaws, which constitute about half of its body. These powerful jaws are capable of crushing boulders and are used to create conical pits in the desert sands, cleverly designed traps for unsuspecting prey. Its natural habitat is arid desert regions, where it patiently waits at the bottom of its sand pits, camouflaged and ready to ambush. Trapinch's diet consists primarily of smaller desert insects that fall into its traps. Despite its fearsome jaws, Trapinch is depicted as a relatively docile Pokémon until provoked or when hunting. In the games, Trapinch is often found in desert areas and is a popular choice for trainers seeking a strong Ground type with a unique evolution path. In the anime, Trapinch has made appearances showcasing its trapping abilities and its role as a desert predator. Its unique design and evolution into the beloved Flygon have cemented its cultural significance among Pokémon fans.