Man is often said to be distinguished by his adaptability, for he can both survive in and shape all sorts of terrain to his needs, but at this he is arguably outclassed by the Bibarel. These pokemon cut through thick brush or climb up tall mountains to gather twigs and boulders, which they use to dam rivers and build large, elaborate nests. They are as versatile in the water as on land, and can not only swim with ease, but also dive deep beneath the sea and navigate waterfalls with ease.
Much of the cultivation of Unova was done with the aid of the Bibarel, who are today still valued around the world by all travelers, whether or not they are pokemon trainers; even many pokemon trainers who carry them do not use their Bibarel to battle. At times, Bibarel face harsh working conditions, and are forced to spend long hours navigating and clearing the way while other pokemon may rest in their pokeballs. Yet most Bibarel are beloved companions, not slaves, for if they are treated too harshly they will run away and leave their abusers stranded in the wilderness.
As human civilization has marched further and further into the wilderness, many pokemon have struggled to adapt. The Bibarel, however, have if anything grown with the human population, and not only among those setting out onto dangerous and poorly maintained roads; they help to build hydroelectric dams and wooden houses, and even feral and wild Bibarel are nearly as common as Pidove in cities. The adaptability which has allowed the Bibarel to thrive in so many natural environments has also let them fare remarkably well in our own.
