People are starting to become more and more familiar with the various types of Pokemon in existence, and some people may even remember seeing real life creatures that are spitting images of some of the pocket monsters.
We’ve compiled a list of Pokemon and their real life equivalents for your viewing pleasure. It’s quite interesting to see where some inspirations behind the iconic characters actually come from.
Beedrill = Asian Giant Hornet

Pidgey = Cedar Waxwing

Victreebel = Pitcher Plant

Seaking = Calico Ryukin Goldfish

Kakuna = Bee Pupa

Caterpie = Eastern Swallowtail Caterpillar

Magikarp – Yelloweye Rockfish

Poliwag = Translucent Tadpole

Vileplum = Rafflesia Arnoldii

Charmander = Giant Chinese Salamander

Omanyte = Ammonite

Metapod = Pieris Rapae Pupa

Pikachu – Pika
