Pikmin: Return to the Distant Planet/Yellow Pikmin

Yellow Pikmin are the first type of Pikmin discovered in Pikmin: Return to the Distant Planet. They are resistant to electricity and can conduct electrical current, similar to their past appearances. They can also be thrown higher than other Pikmin types, making them useful for reaching objects out of reach of other types.

Traits and Abilities
Yellow Pikmin have what appear to be large ears. It is unknown if this improves their hearing in any way, however, their large ears do help them be thrown higher than other types. They also act as a sort of shovel when digging, giving them the fastest excavation times compared to other Pikmin.

Yellow Pikmin are also resistant to electricity, making them ideal for dealing with electrical traps and enemies. This natural resistance also gives them some electrical conductivity, meaning they can complete circuits to turn on lights or other electronics connected via wire.

Discovery
Yellow Pikmin are obtained in the first area of the game, The Crash Site.

Uses
The Yellow Pikmin's resistance to and conductivity of electricity makes them invaluable in areas dense with wires and electronics.