Omanyte

Omanyte (Japanese: オムナイト Omunaito) is a /-type Fossil Pokémon introduced in Generation I that can be resurrected from a Helix Fossil. It is Kabuto's counterpart.

Physiology
Omanyte is a snail-like Pokémon that died out millions of years ago. Omanyte sturdy shell protects it from enemy attacks.

It has many tentacles, which it used to crawl along the muddy seafloor. It has two large eyes that just stick out under its curvy shell. It is based on the ancient sea-creatures Ammonites.

Natural abilities
Omanyte has the abilities Swift Swim and Shell Armor. Swift Swim allows Omanyte's speed to increase when in the rain while Shell Armor protects Omanyte against Critical Hits.

Evolution
Omanyte evolves into Omastar at level 40.

Anime

 * Omanyte (IL046)
 * Omanyte (JE047)
 * Mirage Omanyte
 * Byron's Omanyte

Trivia
If 'Omanyte' is reversed and 'E' letter taken away, Tynamo is the result.

Origins
Omanyte appears to be based on the ammonite, a type of extinct underwater creature.

Gallery
Omanyte