Heracross is most likely based on the Japanese rhinoceros beetle. These beetles are known for their incredible strength, and use in insect fighting, which explains its Fighting type.
Mega Heracross appears to be based on a Hercules beetle.
Heracross and Heracros are a combination of Ἡρακλῆς, Hēraklēs (Heracles, a demigod of Greek mythology, whose Roman mythological analogue has given name to the Hercules beetle) and cross.
No: 214
English Name: Heracross
Japanese Name: Herakurosu
Generation: 2
Type: Bug, Fighting
Species: Single Horn Pokémon
Abilities: Guts, Swarm, Moxie (hidden ability)
Evolution:-
Heracross is a bipedal, beetle-like Pokémon covered in a blue exoskeleton. There is a long, pronged horn on its forehead. The horn ends in a cross on the male and a heart-shape in the female. On either side of the horn is a short antenna with a spherical tip. Heracross has oval, yellow eyes. Its forearms have a pair of spikes near the wrists, while its thighs have a single spike each. It has two claws on its hands, and a single long claw on each foot. There is a single pair of wings covered by is carapace, which can been seen during its release from a Poké Ball in the 3D games.
Mega Heracross is bulkier than its previous form. Thin orange markings now rim its head, hands, and shoulders. Additionally, there is a half-circle, orange marking over its eyes. It now has a long, pointed nose that curves slightly upward. Its back now lacks wings and is completely yellow. The horn on its head has grown into a large, simple spike with two smaller spikes on the front. The antennae have lengthened as well, and now have ovoid tips. Mega Heracross’s forearms have thickened and lost their spines. This Pokémon has a high body temperature, so it opens the shells of its arms and torso to allow heat to escape.[1]
Heracross’s claws allow it to dig into the ground for sturdy footing or climb trees. Using its horn, it throws opponents or competitors for food. It can lift and throw objects 100 times its own weight. It lives in forests, where it feeds on tree sap. As seen in the anime, Heracross has been known to compete with Pokémon such as Pinsir for food. The same episode also shows Heracross allowing Butterfree to feed on tree sap after Heracross has finished its meal. In addition, it is shown to suck sap from Grass-type Pokémon such as Bulbasaur.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon Gold: This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies then lifts and throws them.
Pokemon Silver: Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
Pokemon Crystal: With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.
Pokemon Stadium 2: This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under the enemies’ bellies then lifts and throws them.
Pokemon Ruby: Heracross charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe’s grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This Pokémon even has enough power to topple a massive tree.
Pokemon Sapphire: Heracross has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the Pokémon a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn.
Pokemon Emerald: They gather in forests seeking the sweet sap of trees. It is completely clad in a steel-hard shell. It is proud of its horn, which it uses to fling foes.
Pokemon FireRed: Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
Pokemon LeafGreen: This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies, then lifts and throws them.
Pokemon Diamond: It gathers in forests to search for tree sap, its favorite food. It’s strong enough to hurl foes.
Pokemon Pearl: With powerful legs and claws, it generates enough power to hurl foes over great distances.
Pokemon Platinum: It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokemon HeartGold: This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under the enemies’ bellies then lifts and throws them.
Pokemon SoulSilver: It is usually docile, but if it is disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
Pokemon Black: It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokemon White: It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokemon Black 2: No matter how heavy its opponents, it flings them far away with its prized horn.
pokemon White 2: No matter how heavy its opponents, it flings them far away with its prized horn.
Pokemon X: This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies, then lifts and throws them.
Pokemon Y: With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.
Pokemon Omega Ruby: Heracross charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe’s grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This Pokémon even has enough power to topple a massive tree.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire: Heracross has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the Pokémon a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn.
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