Is Yoshi part Koopa?

No, Yoshi is not part Koopa. Although Yoshi and the Koopa Troopas both appear in the Super Mario series, they are different species.

Yoshi's Species:

• Yoshi is a green dinosaur and is considered the main companion of Mario throughout various games.
• Yoshi belongs to the species known as Yoshi (or sometimes referred to as "Yoshi's species" in the games).
• Yoshi is often seen with Mario or Luigi and has appeared in numerous titles, such as Super Mario World, Yoshi's Island, Yoshi's Story, and Yoshi's Crafted World.
• Yoshi is known for his long tongue, which he uses to grab items or enemies and swallow them to transform into eggs.

Koopas vs. Yoshis:

• Koopas (like Bowser and his minions, the Koopa Troopas) are turtle-like creatures, often with a hard shell and spiked backs.
• Yoshi, by contrast, is more dinosaur-like, with a smooth back and no shell. He is also much friendlier and is seen as a helper and ally to Mario, rather than an enemy like the Koopas.

Yoshi's Abilities:

• Tongue Attack: Yoshi can extend his tongue to grab enemies, items, and fruit.
• Egg Creation: After swallowing enemies, Yoshi can create eggs, which he can throw or use as platforms in various games.
• Flutter Jump: Yoshi has a unique ability to perform a flutter jump, allowing him to stay in the air longer than other characters.
• Yoshi's Colors: While the default Yoshi is green, many different color variations of Yoshi exist, such as Red, Blue, Yellow, and more, each appearing in different games.

Yoshi's Appearances:

• Yoshi made his first appearance in Super Mario World (1990) as Mario’s sidekick, where he helped Mario by swallowing enemies and turning them into eggs.
• In Yoshi's Island, Yoshi plays the main role as the protector of Baby Mario, where he embarks on an adventure to save Baby Mario from Baby Bowser.

Additional Information:

• Yoshi is one of the most iconic and beloved characters in the Super Mario franchise. He is known for his loyalty, bravery, and unique abilities.
• Yoshi’s Island is a notable spin-off where the character gets his own solo adventure.
• The Yoshi's Story game and Yoshi’s Crafted World feature Yoshi in different colorful settings, offering a more relaxed and whimsical adventure compared to Mario’s games.

For more detailed information, you can check out Yoshi’s Wikipedia page!