Swoopin' Poinks

Swoopin' Poinks only appear in Super Mario Galaxy. They are small blue creature that jump towards Mario and stick to him, slowly depleting his health. They can be dispatched with a swift Star Spin and release a single Star Bit when they die. They usually travel in groups of three or more, but not always. They also bear a resemblance to the Swoopin' Stu from Super Mario Sunshine.