Gumshoos appears to be based on a mongoose and a detective.
Gumshoos may be a combination of gumshoe (detective) and mongoose.
Dekagūsu may be a combination of でか deka (detective) and mongoose.
No: 735
English Name: Gumshoos
Japanese Name: Dekagusu
Generation: 7
Type: normal
Species: Stakeout Pokémon
Abilities: Stakeout, Strong Jaw, Adaptability (hidden ability)
Evolution: Yungoos > Gumshoos
Gumshoos is a long-bodied Pokémon similar to a mongoose. While it moves on all fours, it is capable of standing on its hind legs with its hands locked behind its back, similar to a human. Most of its coat is brown with a yellow underside that extends over the top of its tail. It has an additional yellow stripe that starts on its forehead and ends between its shoulders. There are tufts of fur near its shoulders, hips, and around the base of its tail. These tufts in combination with its yellow underside create the impression of an open trenchcoat. Its ears are rounded with a small notch, and are located on the sides of its head. It has a short snout with a pink nose, a large mouth full of pointed teeth, eyes nearly hidden under its yellow stripe, and tufts of yellow fur on its chin. There are three black claws on each of its four short legs. Despite its length, Gumshoos is thick bodied and has a wide, flat tail with longer fur on the tip.
Gumshoos hunts by waiting along its prey’s known travel routes. Due to its tenacious personality and ability to withstand intense hunger, it is able to wait for its prey for long periods without eating. Once the sun sets, this Pokémon’s stamina is depleted and it will fall asleep where it stands.It is particularly fond of Rattata and Raticate as prey, but rarely encounters them due to its diurnal nature.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon SUN: When it finds a trace of its prey, it patiently stakes out the location…but it’s always snoozing by nightfall.
Pokemon MOON: It adores having Rattata and Raticate for dinner, but as it’s diurnal, it never encounters them. This Pokémon boasts incredible patience.
