 Matsutoctopus 
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 Name
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| Japanese | マッタコ |
| Romanized | Mattako |
| Aliases | Matsutactopi (dub) |
| Bestiary
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| Type | Mollusk |
| Capture Level | Unknown |
| Debut Appearance
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| Anime | Episode 120 |
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The Matsutoctopus (マッタコ Mattako) is a species of octopus that gives off the scent of matsutake mushrooms. It has a red body and tentacles, and its head is covered by the mentioned fungi.
Trivia[]
- Its name is a portmanteau of "Matsutake" and "Octopus".
- Matsutake is the common name for a highly sought-after mycorrhizal mushroom that grows in Asia, Europe, and North America. It is prized by the Japanese and Chinese for its distinct spicy-aromatic odor.