Turtle

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This article is about the species of special characters. For the fish introduced in New Horizons, see Snapping turtle. For the fish introduced in New Leaf, see Soft-shelled turtle.
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Turtle
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Species count by game
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0 1 1 1 1 4 4 1 4
Species count by type
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0 0 4 4

Turtles or kappa are a species in the Animal Crossing series. The first turtle to appear in Animal Crossing is Kapp'n in Doubutsu no Mori+. Animal Crossing: New Leaf introduces Kapp'n's extended family, including his mother, Grams; his wife, Leilani; and his daughter, Leila. In the Japanese versions of the games, the turtles are referred to as kappa. The change in localization is most likely to avoid confusion, as kappa are largely unknown outside of Japan. However, Kapp'n's English name alludes to his Japanese species.

Kappa are not a real creature, but rather, a yokai; a creature found in Japanese folklore. They are known for their turtle-like appearances and their bowl-shaped heads filled with water. They are said to live in rivers and act hostile toward humans, but they can be subdued by causing them to bow, which drains the water from their head. They become friendly if fed cucumbers.

Special characters[edit]

Grams
Grams

Gender: Female
Role: Gift Shop on Tortimer Island
Birthday: April 15th
Debut: New Leaf

Kapp'n
Kapp'n

Gender: Male
Role: Transportation to Tortimer Island
Birthday: July 12th
Debut: Doubutsu no Mori+

Leila
Leila

Gender: Female
Role: Playing "Supermarket"
Birthday: August 12th
Debut: New Leaf

Leilani
Leilani

Gender: Female
Role: Tours and Leaving Tortimer Island
Birthday: September 26th
Debut: New Leaf

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