What is is pikachu a boy or a girl?

Pikachu, the popular Pokémon species from the Pokémon franchise, can be either male or female, similar to many species in the Pokémon universe. However, there are some differences in appearance that help to distinguish between the two genders:

1. Tail Shape:
   • Male Pikachu have a tail that is flat at the end, resembling a lightning bolt.
   • Female Pikachu have a tail that is heart-shaped at the end or has a slight upward curve, giving it a more rounded appearance.

In the Pokémon series, the specific Pikachu that is most well-known, especially Ash Ketchum’s Pikachu from the Pokémon anime, is generally referred to as male. This is based on how characters in the show address Pikachu, as well as other contextual clues from the series. Nonetheless, Pikachu as a species includes both male and female individuals, and players can encounter both genders in Pokémon games.