Dekabu

Dekabu is a large enemy in Kirby's Dream Land 3, Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble, and Kirby Mass Attack. It is a larger version of Kabu. Apart from its size, it looks just like its smaller counterpart.

In Kirby's Dream Land 3
Dekabu hides in gaps under thin platforms. Dekabu jumps up from its hiding place when Kirby approaches, then spits three Kabus at him before receding back into its hiding spot. It is no more durable than an ordinary Kabu and can be defeated in one hit.

In Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble
In this game, Dekabus rise up into the air and drop to the ground with a thud. This shakes the screen and causes Kirby to automatically fly into the air as if the player had made him "pop" (jump). Kirby will get hurt if he runs into Dekabu. The large foe can only be defeated when Kirby's invincible.

In ''Kirby Mass Attack
Dekabus appear in the Strato Patrol EOS sub-game of Kirby Mass Attack as well. They're found in the skies of Dream Land in Stage 2. When shot multiple times, a Dekabu will break apart into four Kabus which slowly separate from each other. These Kabus can be easily disposed of.

Etymology
The "de" in their names probably emphasizes the fact that a Dekabu is the opposite of a regular Kabu.

Trivia

 * With the exception of the invincible Shotzo and Peloo, Dekabu and Pacto are the only enemies in Kirby's Dream Land 3 to be instantly destroyed by the Ice ability. As larger foes, they would have required a larger ice block to encase them -- this is likely the reason they cannot be frozen.
 * The woh, woh, woh sound a Dekabu makes in its debut sounds just like Whispy Woods.

Similar Enemies

 * Grumples
 * Kabu