#0123 · Generation I
What Animal Is Scyther Based On?
Scyther most closely resembles praying mantis.
Closest animal
praying mantis
Confidence
Strong animal match
Why this comparison?
Scyther is closest to a praying mantis with blade-like forelimbs.
Official category: Mantis Pokemon. This page is an AnimalDex comparison for real-animal resemblance, not an official design-origin claim.