Rodan

Rodan is a giant Pteranodon-like monster and ally to Godzilla.

Name
Rodan's original Japanese name, Radon (ラドン), is a contraction of the word Pteranodon, the creature on which he is based. In English markets, it was changed to "Rodan" to avoid confusion with the element radon.

Design
Rodan has a burgundy red to brown colored body with two large wings, two spikes on the back of his head, and bony spikes on his chest.

Personality
Rodan has a very aggressive personality and is usually engaging in battle with another monster whenever he is sighted. Rodan was also shown to eat humans and other wildlife after he first hatched from his egg. Despite his violent and aggressive disposition, Rodan will not hesitate to join forces with his fellow Earth monsters to defend his home planet from alien invaders like Gigan.