Dwarf Red Bulborb

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Enemy
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Appearance in Pikmin 4.
Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug

Dwarf Red Bulborbs, also known as Dwarf Bulborbs, perfectly resemble Red Bulborbs in appearance, but are much smaller. They chase after and try to eat any prey that passes by. In Pikmin 1, bothering one will make it release a loud scream, waking up the nearest Red Bulborb. Dwarf Bulborbs can be easily defeated by swarming them, or by throwing a single Pikmin directly on top of them.

In fanon games

Below this point is where users place their version of the Dwarf Red Bulborb.

In One Pikmin

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One Pikmin
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Dwarf Red Bulborb
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Health 5
Attack 2
Defense 0
Experience 3
Drops 3 seed dollars

Dwarf Red Bulborbs appear as regular enemies in the following areas of One Pikmin: Bulban Ruins, during the first visit, Forest of Hope, Road of Bulborbs, and Gestahlborb Outskirts.

In Pikimon

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Pikimon
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Move list

  • Start - Headbutt
  • Lv. 7 - Dash
  • Lv. 10 - Bite
  • Lv. 20 - Crunch
  • Lv. 24 - Slam

Evolutions

None

Pre-evolutions

Breadbug -> Red Stone

In Pikmin 4: The World to Free

Pikmin 4: The World to Free
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
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Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Forest of Beginnings, Emperial Shrine
Challenge Mode stages Cove of the Bulborbs
Battle Mode stages Rocky Warfield
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 4
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 5
Attacks Eats Pikmin

The Dwarf Red Bulborb appears in Pikmin 4: The World to Free.

Notes

Tike's notes

How odd, Olimar told me that these guys are part of the breadbug family and have a talent for mimicry. Umm, I disagree and I will check the DNA to show proof of it. Wait, not the same? Let me that try again... argh, fine, you win! I have to say they fooled me until now, so thanks, I suppose. I also can tell you that these creatures have a poorly built exoskeleton. In fact, an object landing on it about a fourth of its weight can cause severe damage. Umm, maybe that's why they don't do so well being crushed by a Pikmin. Wait... have I cracked the formula for Pikmin weight? This could be revolutionary!!! Wait, 250 grams!? Argh, stupid Olimar always beating me to the punch of discovery.

Alice's notes

I would say they are a tad stupid in their IQ and I personally would recommend they follow their stepmother's footsteps. They are quite cute to say at best, but these creatures really need to grow up, seriously!

Captain Pikmin's notes

Throw a Pikmin on their backs and you're done.

In Pikmin 5: One More Game

Pikmin 5: One More Game
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Adventurer's Start, Sundrop Springs
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 4
Attacks Eats Pikmin, calls allies

In Pikmin 5: One More Game, the Dwarf Red Bulborb is similar to its previous incarnation, like in Pikmin 1, it can scream upon noticing Pikmin and leaders to alert surrounding enemies to their presence.

Notes

Olimar's notes

Although initially identified as a juvenile Bulborb, groundbreaking new research indicates that this creature is in fact a member of the breadbug family. A close relative of Breadbug, it escapes predation through mimicry. The unique adaptation of the Bulborb's crimson coloration allows the species to safely commingle. Such effective adaptation and obfuscation by a prey species is rare, indicating this clever creature is a master of mimicry.

Louie's notes

For a blissful bisque, mince the entire beast finely and stir in with heavy cream, artichoke hearts, and a pinch of black pepper. Heat slowly until piping hot. Mmm... Rich and creamy!

The President's notes

A basic predatory nature like any standard pet and the average size allows it to be the perfect guard dog, only 100 Pokos for one!

In Pikmin Adventure (DrTapeworm version)

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs are common enemies found in some of the first levels of Pikmin Adventure. It is stationary until approached, where it will attempt to deal some damage by biting. It can be killed in one hit with any attack.

In Pikmin Eco

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
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Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs are a common enemy found in Pikmin Eco, and the first enemy encountered. They are commonly found nearby Red Bulborbs.

In Pikmin V

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Pseudooculus russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Savannah Wilds, Gravel Desert, Rusted Ravine
Caves Stone Abode, Crevice Cave
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 3
Health 80
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs return unchanged in Pikmin V. They are not as ubiquitous as in other games, as they only appear in the earlier parts of the first two regions; the other two mimics, Dwarf Orange Bulborbs and Snow Bulborbs, take their place in the Forest of Seeming and Polar Mountain, respectively, and Dwarf Bulbears wander Sealed Valley instead.

Notes

Brittany's notes

The genus known commonly as the Dwarf Bulborbs is actually a group of mimics and not real Grub-dogs. It is a symbiotic relationship, as the Dwarves act as sentries for sleeping Bulborbs during the day, allowing them to better protect themselves and the Dwarves that accompany them. Real Bulborb infants are nocturnal like their parents and sleep underground, and they are quite vulnerable in comparison to the deceptively full-grown Breadbug mimic.

Olimar's notes

By hitting it directly on the top, it can be killed instantly. Even if you're not comfortable with your aim, pelt it with Pikmin until it works or otherwise overwhelms the target.

Louie's notes

A new staple food of the Hocotatian diet due to its economic size, commonality, and conduciveness to flavoring.

In Pikmin: Antarctic Survival

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Timmy The icon used to represent this creature.
Species Dwarf Red Bulborb
Gender Male
Initial location Chilly Valley, Empire Field (formerly)
Elements None
Housing size 1
Blood type Warm-blooded
Carrying capacity 1
Hit points 4
Clothing types Dwarf Eyestalk Warmers, Dwarf Coat, Dwarf Leg Covering
Starting skills Search 0, Build 0, Quarry 0
Potential skills None

Timmy is the Dwarf Red Bulborb that appears in Pikmin: Antarctic Survival. Due to being a common encounter in the Chilly Valley, Timmy is likely to be one of the first Awakened residents to join the Diamond Settlement during the events of the game. Timmy doesn't have any particularly useful abilities, being an ordinary Dwarf Red Bulborb. However, Timmy does have a "secret stash" hidden away somewhere in the Chilly Valley, which he can lead an exploration team to after being Awakened.

Timmy is shown to be curious and outgoing, though he is a bit afraid of larger creatures, including Bulborbs. This fear of Bulborbs likely stems from his experiences in a Bulborb pack in the Empire Field, where he was ultimately discovered to be a Breadbug impostor rather than actually one of the Bulborbs' young, which led the other Bulborbs in the pack to try to eat him upon making this discovery. Timmy narrowly escaped, and fled to the Chilly Valley, where he is found by a search team in the game.

After fleeing to the Chilly Valley, Timmy encountered two other Breadbug mimics, Himadri and Mara, who recounted similar experiences with Bulborb packs. The three of them ended up forming a team, which they refer to as "The Gang". However, an attack from the Chilly Valley's tyrant would end up forcing the Gang to scatter in order to escape, and they were not able to find each other again after this. Thus, the three members of The Gang are encountered individually when exploring the Chilly Valley, and can only be reunited in the Diamond Settlement as they are encountered and Awakened.

Timmy seems to have a very poor sense of direction and becomes lost very easily, as shown by his difficulty in finding his own "secret stash" once he is recruited to the settlement, and his inability to find the other members of the Gang after they scattered.

Once the members of The Gang are all awakened and reunited, after a few days have passed, Timmy and the other two Dwarf Bulborbs unlock a special technique that they can use in search missions, which they refer to as "stack formation." This formation has the three Dwarf Bulborbs climb up onto each other's backs and form a tower of Dwarf Bulborbs, with Timmy at the top, Himadri in the middle, and Mara at the bottom. In this state, the three of them act as one cohesive unit, counting as one single creature for the purpose of exploration team size. The Gang's members are also able to use stack formation in battle, all running up to an enemy and biting at once in a combo attack.

Timmy's name doesn't seem to have any special meaning, unlike most character names in Pikmin: Antarctic Survival. Mainly, his name seems to connect him to the game's Red Bulborb, Tommy, as their names are very similar. It is also possible that his name is meant to reference the word "timid", as Timmy is frightened by large creatures, even those which have been Awakened. However, Himadri, the Snow Bulborb, also shares this quality, so it is unclear whether this connection is intentional.

In Pikmin: Attack of the Breadbugs

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Land of Wonders, in all Territories excluding the Hidden Territory
Caves None
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 3
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs play a very small role in Pikmin: Attack of the Breadbugs. They can only be fought in the Beginner Territory and can be uncommonly spotted in unreachable locations in all the other Territories. When spotted in unreachable ledges, Dwarf Red Bulborbs can be found sleeping much like normal Red Bulborbs. Dwarf Red Bulborbs can be found in several positions while sleeping, such as lying on their left and right sides and their stomachs. Three Dwarf Red Bulborbs can be fought when Captain Olimar lands in the Beginner Territory. A Dwarf Red Bulborb is found battling three Red Pikmin while the other two can be found observing to ground near the scuffle. This is the only instance in which Dwarf Red Bulborbs do not serve as ambiance.

In Pikmin: Back in Action

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Back in Action
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 3
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 2
Attacks Eats Pikmin

'Dwarf Red Bulborbs are found in the Flat Plain in Pikmin: Back in Action. They weigh three Pikmin, and their maximum carriers are six Pikmin. Their seed worth is three Pikmin, and their value is P2 Poko icon.png × 2.

In Pikmin: The Bulblaxian War

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The Bulblaxian War
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
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Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Base Camp, Valley of Regret
Caves None
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 4
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 2
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs appear in Pikmin: The Bulblaxian War. They retain the same appearance and behavior as most other games. They appear in Base Camp and the Valley of Regret.

Notes

Olimar's notes

This has been reclassified as a breadbug. How it got from being a thing that drags stuff to its nest to a diurnal predator is unknown. It has good mimicry, as the red bulborb mistakes it for its young. That, or it is stupid.

Ship's notes

Just great. Another stinky bug-eyed creature that comes in the dozens to make my hold stinky. I don't care if it's red, there is JUST TOO MUCH!

In Pikmin: Decayed Leaf

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"You… your evil subordinate, your greedy boss, and this invasive Pikmin infestation will all die here TODAY!!"
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 4
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 2
Attacks Eats Pikmin

The Dwarf Bulborb is a returning enemy appearing in Pikmin: Decayed Leaf. It retains its original design throughout the Pikmin games. Dwarf Bulborbs can be found idly sniffing the ground, usually by a Red Bulborb. If approached, they will yip and pursue their prey. They can eat up to one Pikmin at a time, although very slowly. If attacked, they have a small chance to screech, awakening any Red Bulborbs in their presence. Red Bulborbs are the weakest of all dwarves, being able to be defeated by a single Pikmin throw on its back.

In Pikmin: Mysterious Raiders

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Mysterious Raiders
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Caves Emergence Hole
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs return as common enemies in Pikmin: Mysterious Raiders. They appear in Emergence Hole.

In Pikmin: The Return of the Puffmin

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs are very common in Pikmin: The Return of the Puffmin, found in most caves. They are very easy to defeat.

In Pikmin: Shadows of the Future

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Attacks Eats Pikmin, summons enemies

In Pikmin: Shadows of the Future, Dwarf Red Bulborbs are extremely common and retain their ability to attract the attention of older, stronger bulborbs.

In Pikmin: Shipwrecked Stargazers

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
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Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Creature's Quay, Thicket of Nourishment, Windswept Wonderland
Caves Humpback Heights, Fang Chute, Connoisseur's Cache
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 3
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 2
Attacks Eats Pikmin, alerts Red Bulborbs

In Pikmin: Shipwrecked Stargazers, Dwarf Red Bulborbs are similar to their Pikmin 3 incarnations, but their voices are higher pitched. They retain their ability to wake up other Red Bulborbs by screeching.

Notes

Olimar's notes

It may look like a younger version of the standard bulborb, but lo and behold, this is a separate species. Even further, it isn't even a part of the grub-dog family, rather, it is a relative of the breadbug. It looks the way it does because it seeks protection from Red Bulborbs. If a predator attacking the breadbug wakes up a nearby Red Bulborb, it will certainly regret it.

Louie's notes

When minced up with carrots and combined with a savory cream, the Dwarf Red Bulborb can provide one with a delicious bisque. Just sprinkle in some black pepper and you're set!

Ship's comments

As repugnant as it may be, I still think it has more class and finesse than its kin. Those mongrels don't fight, they run off with important supplies. Low-lifes!

In Pikmin: The Story Untold

Pikmin: The Story Untold
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Frosted Mountains, Forest of the Beast, Cavern of the Unknown, Sparkling Waterworks, Crimson Fieldlands
Caves Beginner's Pit, Green Onion Hole, Empress's Villa, The Greenhouse, Cherry Blossom Tree, Snagret Birdhouse, Rock Spider Cavern, Frosted Castle, Sandy Citadel, Armored Cannon Chasm, Sarpent Temple, Challenger's Tavern, Crimson Castle
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 3
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 4
Attacks Eats Pikmin

The Dwarf Red Bulborb behaves and looks exactly as it always has and is seen in every area except the Singeing Heatlands. The caves they are found in are Beginner's Pit, Green Onion Hole, Empress's Villa, The Greenhouse, Cherry Blossom Tree, Snagret Birdhouse, Rock Spider Cavern, Frosted Castle, Sandy Citadel, Armored Cannon Chasm, Sarpent Temple, Challenger's Tavern, and Crimson Castle.

Notes

Olimar’s notes

If you haven’t known yet, the dwarf red bulborb is not actually in the grub-dog family, but actually part of the breadbug family. That’s buying the dwarf red bulborb ability to mimic a red bulborb's crimson coloration and is one of the most common creatures found on PNF-404. They mimic the red bulborb to not get eaten by a predator but the weird thing is there are no predators of the breadbugs. So what is the mimicking even for?

Louie’s notes

This creature is most famous for the blissful bisque with artichoke hearts and a bit of black pepper. People back on Hocotate love the creamy taste of this dwarf red bulborb bisque!

In Pikmin: Theme Park

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Red Bulborb Youngling The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Grub-dog
Caves Trapdoor Trap
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Red Bulborb Younglings are the most common enemy in Pikmin: Theme Park, being found in every location. They are the only enemies fought in Trapdoor Trap, other than having to break Louie's cage. Red Bulborb Younglings are always found near their parents, and like them, they sleep during the day in the overworld.

In Pikmin: Treacherous Treasures

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
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Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 4
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 4
Health 200
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs appear in Pikmin: Treacherous Treasures, once again as a species of breadbug that mimics adult Red Bulborbs. They appear almost identical to the Red Bulborb, however, they are smaller in size. They are usually found in pairs near Red Bulborbs, sniffing the ground for Pikmin or leaders. They can easily be defeated by swarming them, but tossing a Pikmin directly on top of one will instantly defeat it. Alternatively, a leader can defeat it just by punching it. Just make sure to avoid its bites. When under attack, a Dwarf Red Bulborb may let out a screech, alerting nearby adult bulborbs and dwarf bulborbs. Additionally, when a bomb rock explodes somewhere near it, it might investigate the source of the sound.

In Pikmin: Ultimate Doom

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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Areas Decomposing Citadel, Crystal Falls, Sand Fortress, Subatomic Scaffolding, Chemical Lake, Deathbone Desert
Caves Grub-dog Pit
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs appear in Pikmin: Ultimate Doom. Underground, they are found on sublevels one, two, three, and four of the Grub-dog Pit.

In Pikmin: Wide World

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Dwarf Red Bulborb
Family Breadbug
Areas Balmy Highlands
Weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 3
Poko value P3 Poko icon.png × 2
Sparklium worth P4 Sparklium icon.png × 1
Battle point value P3 Soul icon.png × 10
Attacks Eats Pikmin, summons enemies

The Dwarf Red Bulborb appears in Pikmin: Wide World as a breadbug mimic of the Red Bulborb, both creatures being exclusive to Balmy Highlands and its caves. Dwarf Red Bulborbs are always found on dry land, in pairs or in small groups, often accompanied by one or more Red Bulborbs. They are usually found awake, but sometimes they may doze off and rest until they wake up naturally or are woken up prematurely. Sleeping Dwarf Red Bulborbs will awaken if they are touched, harmed, hear a sound loud enough to rouse them from their slumber, or if enough time has passed. Dwarf Red Bulborbs can be seen searching the ground for any potential prey, such as Pikmin or leaders, occasionally moving a small distance away to hunt in another spot if they don't find anything, and when prey does pass by, Dwarf Red Bulborbs will follow them a short distance before returning their normal behavior and original locations. They always act as a group, moving together and attacking in numbers: when one Dwarf Red Bulborb moves to another spot, others in its group will follow; when one awake Dwarf Red Bulborb detects prey, it will give a small yip that catches the attention of or wakes up others in its group. When irritated or overwhelmed, a Dwarf Red Bulborb will emit a shrill scream that attracts the attention of other creatures, namely larger, stronger grub-dogs such as nearby Red Bulborbs. However, throwing a Pikmin directly on top of a Dwarf Red Bulborb will kill it silently, negating this potential threat.

Dwarf Red Bulborbs are essentially miniature Red Bulborbs in terms of appearance, but not so much behavior. They have the general body shape of a typical bulborb, with a large, round backside and a tapered snout. They have light skin, a crimson rump with white spots, and a pair of large eyes supported by eyestalks. Their irises are blue and their sclerae are white, much like a Red Bulborb's.

Taking down a single Dwarf Red Bulborb is a quick and simple task that is often accomplished with no Pikmin losses, and so is taking down an entire group of them. They can be killed easily by swarming them or by throwing a single Pikmin directly on top of them, although the latter strategy will not work with Winged Pikmin due to their incredibly light weight. It is crucial to kill a Dwarf Red Bulborb before it can cry for help, as to avoid having other, stronger creatures joining the fight. Upon death, a Dwarf Red Bulborb will yield HP Sparklium icon.png × 1. Aboveground, its body can be brought to either the Dolphin Lander to receive P3 Poko icon.png × 2 or the Master Onion to gain three Pikmin seeds. Underground, its remains can be taken to the Lander Pod to either receive P3 Poko icon.png × 2 or gain three Pikmin seeds of choice from the Master Onion, but only if the cave is exited using an escape geyser.

Notes

Olimar's notes

This species of breadbug replicates the physical features of red bulborbs in order to infiltrate their populations and be fed, and cared for, by them. They are the most basic of dwarf bulborbs, having no outstanding behavioral traits of their own, similar to red bulborbs.

Shacho's notes

Maybe taming a couple of these creatures could be a worthy investment for a new way to get around! I'm sure plenty of adults and children on Hocotate would love to ride one around.

Marie's notes

Dwarf red bulborbs are one of the more tame species on PNF-404, believe it or not. They are quick to become friendly and loving to those that feed them. They are notorious for stealing table scraps, though...

Louie's notes

Shredded, the meat of this beast makes for a fine bisque when combined with sour cream! Add in artichoke hearts, a dash of pepper, a pinch of salt, finely diced onions, and chopped scallions, and heat slowly until bubbling.

Dolphin Lander's notes

Olimar has a plentiful amount of notes concerning this creature, so I can only assume they were common encounters on previous visits he's had to PNF-404. It's very fortunate they're so relatively docile!

In Pikmin: The Winds of Light

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The Winds of Light
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
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Scientific name Pansarus pseudooculii russus
Family Breadbug
Areas Summoning Garden
Caves Melodic Maze, Architect's Playground, Yellow Depths
Carry weight 3
Max. carriers 6
Seed worth 4
Poko value P2 Poko icon.png × 2
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs appear in several places in Pikmin: The Winds of Light. They appear in the Summoning Garden near the Queer Thingamabob. Underground, they appear in the following locations: in the Melodic Maze, two appear in sublevel one and three appear in sublevel two; in Architect's Playground, three appear in sublevel two and eight appear in sublevel three; and lastly, in Yellow Depths, one appears in sublevel two and six appear in sublevel three.

Notes

Olimar's notes

Why breadbugs would attempt to mimic other creatures, especially grub-dogs, when they have no known predators is crazy. Maybe the breadbugs need a different, more effective way to gain nutrients, although mimicry has caused them to lose their ability to pull objects.

In Pikspore

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Pikspore
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Dwarf Red Bulborb The icon used to represent this enemy.
Scientific name Unknown
Family Breadbug
Attacks Eats Pikmin

Dwarf Red Bulborbs appear in many caves, and retain their scream attack from Pikmin 1. They are found in the Cliffside Meadow, Spectral Garden, The Walkway, Petrified Arbor, Flowery Cavern, Bulborb Den, Shining Forest, Dreadful Maze, Cave of Angles, Challenger's Cavern, and Cannon of Chaos.

Notes

Olimar's notes

A prime example of the wonders of evolution, this breadbug species mimics an adult red bulborb to avoid predation. Dwarf red bulborbs are very social animals, often hunting in packs of three, and if threatened they will let out a loud scream that wakes up any nearby bulborbs.

Ship's notes

This disgusting little pest imitates a bigger disgusting pest. Olimar seems to love storing dead specimens inside my pod for "scientific reasons". Absolutely sickening! And when they start to decompose, eugh!