The Marsupilami was created by André Franquin who is referenced twice in the movie: The scientific name of the Marsupilami, seen in a book, is "Marsupilami Franquini", and Pablito proudly shows a ball signed by the best baseball player in the country of Chiquito, Andreo Franquino - the signature seen is Franquin's, adding an "o" to both the name and the surname.