Ertix

 (Japanese: ツチク Tsuchimu) is a dual-type Normal/Ground baby Pokémon created by WD for Generation C.

It evolves through happiness into Onix, who evolves into Steelix when traded holding a Metal Coat.

Physiology
Ertix has a long worm like body. Its body is segmented, like those of its evolutions, but not as pronounced. Ertix's head ends with a sort of stubby beak, it has two small black dots on both sides of its head for eyes.

Gender differences
None.

Behavior
Ertix is a solitary Pokémon. It burrows through soft ground to hide from predators.

Habitat
Predominantly in caves.

Diet
Extracts nutrients from the ground it burrows through.

Origin
Based on an earthworm. The design of its head is based on the beak nosed wormsnake