There are similar-themed characters that are based on the Smurfs in popular culture: * The Astrosniks were a similar fictional race with a space-based theme, made by figurine company Bully after they lost the license to the Smurfs. * The Biskitts were a group of tiny canines who lived on Biskitt Island and were committed to guarding the crown jewels of Biskitt Castle. Modeled after Robin Hood, the diminutive dogs still served their recently deceased king while performing good deeds for the underprivileged inhabitants of their tiny island. Series was created by Hanna-Barbera. * The Snorks were a similar, though less popular, fictional creatures that lived underwater and had snorkel-shaped protrusions on their heads. They were also based on a Belgian comic and had an animated serie