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− | '''Blinky the Three-Eyed Fish''' (or simply '''Blinky''') is a three-eyed orange fish, found in the ponds and lakes of [[Springfield]].Its diet consist of worms in heavy water, and plutonium runoff.<ref>''[[Skybox (cards)|Skybox]]''</ref> | + | '''Blinky the Three-Eyed Fish''' (or simply '''Blinky''') is a three-eyed orange fish, found in the ponds and lakes of [[Springfield]]. Its diet consist of worms in heavy water, and plutonium runoff.<ref name="Skybox">''[[Skybox (cards)|Skybox]]''</ref> |
== History == | == History == | ||
The Blinky species is seen quite often in natural bodies of water in Springfield, and is a product of the nuclear waste of [[Springfield Nuclear Power Plant]]. Blinky was caught by [[Bart]] at the Old Fishin' Hole and photographer [[Dave Shutton]] snapped a picture and put it in ''[[The Springfield Shopper]]''. At the same time, [[Mr. Burns]] was running for governor, and Blinky became a major topic in his campaign. In a TV ad, Burns defended Blinky, saying he was the next step in the evolutionary ladder and not a horrible mutant, and extolling Blinky as a miracle of nature "with a taste that can't be beat". On the eve of the election, Burns had a comfortable lead over [[Mary Bailey|Governor Bailey]] in the polls. As a publicity stunt intended to secure victory, Mr. Burns had dinner at [[742 Evergreen Terrace|the Simpson home]] and [[Marge]] served the Blinky fish that Bart had caught earlier. Burns took a bite, found it disgusting and spat it out. Because the meal was being filmed, video of the incident immediately went on the air and Burns ended up losing the election to Governor Bailey, all because of Blinky.<ref>"[[Two Cars in Every Garage and Three Eyes on Every Fish]]"</ref> | The Blinky species is seen quite often in natural bodies of water in Springfield, and is a product of the nuclear waste of [[Springfield Nuclear Power Plant]]. Blinky was caught by [[Bart]] at the Old Fishin' Hole and photographer [[Dave Shutton]] snapped a picture and put it in ''[[The Springfield Shopper]]''. At the same time, [[Mr. Burns]] was running for governor, and Blinky became a major topic in his campaign. In a TV ad, Burns defended Blinky, saying he was the next step in the evolutionary ladder and not a horrible mutant, and extolling Blinky as a miracle of nature "with a taste that can't be beat". On the eve of the election, Burns had a comfortable lead over [[Mary Bailey|Governor Bailey]] in the polls. As a publicity stunt intended to secure victory, Mr. Burns had dinner at [[742 Evergreen Terrace|the Simpson home]] and [[Marge]] served the Blinky fish that Bart had caught earlier. Burns took a bite, found it disgusting and spat it out. Because the meal was being filmed, video of the incident immediately went on the air and Burns ended up losing the election to Governor Bailey, all because of Blinky.<ref>"[[Two Cars in Every Garage and Three Eyes on Every Fish]]"</ref> | ||
− | The discovery of this fish, made a group of people believe that it's third eye was a sign of great spiritual wisdom. This gave rise to a small sect who kept looking through the nation for a scaly messiah.<ref | + | The discovery of this fish, made a group of people believe that it's third eye was a sign of great spiritual wisdom. This gave rise to a small sect who kept looking through the nation for a scaly messiah.<ref name="Skybox"/> |
Multiple three-eyed fish were blinded by drinking the water in their river after [[Homer Simpson]] and several rednecks (including [[Cletus Spuckler]]) dumped moonshine into the river to avoid being arrested by the police.<ref>"[[Rednecks and Broomsticks]]"</ref> | Multiple three-eyed fish were blinded by drinking the water in their river after [[Homer Simpson]] and several rednecks (including [[Cletus Spuckler]]) dumped moonshine into the river to avoid being arrested by the police.<ref>"[[Rednecks and Broomsticks]]"</ref> | ||
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== Other Versions == | == Other Versions == | ||
− | * Cow-Headed Fish | + | *Cow-Headed Fish |
− | * [[Professor Frink|Frink]]-Headed Fish | + | *[[Professor Frink|Frink]]-Headed Fish |
− | * 6-Eyed Fish | + | *6-Eyed Fish |
− | * 8-Eyed Fish | + | *8-Eyed Fish |
− | * 3-Eyed Whale | + | *3-Eyed Whale |
− | * 3-Eyed, Orange Creature from the Black Lagoon | + | *3-Eyed, Orange Creature from the Black Lagoon |
− | * Green Blinky | + | *Green Blinky |
− | * Three-Clawed Lobster<ref>''[[Futurama]]''</ref> | + | *Three-Clawed Lobster<ref>''[[Futurama]]''</ref> |
==Behind the Laughter== | ==Behind the Laughter== |
Revision as of 02:56, June 28, 2012
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Blinky the Three-Eyed Fish (or simply Blinky) is a three-eyed orange fish, found in the ponds and lakes of Springfield. Its diet consist of worms in heavy water, and plutonium runoff.[1]
History
The Blinky species is seen quite often in natural bodies of water in Springfield, and is a product of the nuclear waste of Springfield Nuclear Power Plant. Blinky was caught by Bart at the Old Fishin' Hole and photographer Dave Shutton snapped a picture and put it in The Springfield Shopper. At the same time, Mr. Burns was running for governor, and Blinky became a major topic in his campaign. In a TV ad, Burns defended Blinky, saying he was the next step in the evolutionary ladder and not a horrible mutant, and extolling Blinky as a miracle of nature "with a taste that can't be beat". On the eve of the election, Burns had a comfortable lead over Governor Bailey in the polls. As a publicity stunt intended to secure victory, Mr. Burns had dinner at the Simpson home and Marge served the Blinky fish that Bart had caught earlier. Burns took a bite, found it disgusting and spat it out. Because the meal was being filmed, video of the incident immediately went on the air and Burns ended up losing the election to Governor Bailey, all because of Blinky.[2]
The discovery of this fish, made a group of people believe that it's third eye was a sign of great spiritual wisdom. This gave rise to a small sect who kept looking through the nation for a scaly messiah.[1]
Multiple three-eyed fish were blinded by drinking the water in their river after Homer Simpson and several rednecks (including Cletus Spuckler) dumped moonshine into the river to avoid being arrested by the police.[3]
Blinky has also appeared on a billboard advertisement, promoting Springfield's seafood ("50% More Fish Eyes").[4]Other Versions
- Cow-Headed Fish
- Frink-Headed Fish
- 6-Eyed Fish
- 8-Eyed Fish
- 3-Eyed Whale
- 3-Eyed, Orange Creature from the Black Lagoon
- Green Blinky
- Three-Clawed Lobster[5]
Behind the Laughter
A member of Blinky's "species" has been seen in Futurama, which means that if both shows are in the same universe, the species survives over 1000 years.
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References
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Factfiles from Simpsons World the Ultimate Episode Guide: Seasons 1-20
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