Ampilus are enemies from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. They are large arthropod creatures that have inhabited Lanayru Desert for aeons. Ampilus can internally generate electricity which they use against Link by rolling into him. When they crash into walls, objects or a well-timed Shield Attack while rolling, however, they will become dizzy, giving the hero an opening to attack. Additionally, Bombs are effective against Ampilus. Defeated Ampilus' shells can be used as platforms when crossing sinksand, but the shells do disintegrate after a certain period of time. It is possible to attack them immediately if approached stealthily or stunned from afar with the Slingshot. If lured outside their individual territories, they will burrow into the sand and return to their starting positions.