Research Notes - Farfetch'd
Anas allium
Farfetch’d are very rare in the wild because of overhunting in the recent past. For this reason, information that would normally arise from naturalistic observation of the Pokémon is scarce. Regardless, they clearly appear to be waterfowl, grouped with Pokémon like Swanna and Golduck (though the placement of the latter is very controversial). Though they appear to be rather “generic” and typical of their order, they do have a notable adaptation in that their wings have evolved to become more finger-like in order to allow them to better grasp leeks. This is significant in that it is one of the few known natural cases where a species has evolved the ability to use tools.
Diet |
Farfetch’d are omnivores. Though they primarily feed on algae, weeds, and seeds, they also will catch small insects and other invertebrates, such as worms. In lean times, they will even eat their own stalks, though they will immediately search for new ones afterwards.
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Care |
Farfetch’d spend a good portion of their time in the water, so trainers should seek out small ponds, oftentimes in local parks, where their Pokémon can swim. Their leeks are of utmost importance to them, and should never leave their side. Farfetch’d will become very stressed if their leeks are taken away from them, even if they trainers simply want to clean mud off of them or something similar. Leek maintenance is best left for the Farfetch’d to handle.
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Caution |
Farfetch’d are rather harmless Pokémon--unfortunately, this was a large reason why they were so easy to hunt and are so endangered today. Still, they are very skilled at defending themselves with their leeks, and seem uncannily perceptive when seeking out the weak spots of opponents. Though normally noble and honorable opponents, Farfetch’d will not hesitate to strike with “cheap shots” if their leeks are in danger.
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