!Clefairy!

Clefairy is a Fairy type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. It is known as the Fairy Pokémon.

Prior to Generation 6, Clefairy was Normal type.

  • Clefairy artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 035
    Type FAIRY
    Species Fairy Pokémon
    Height 2′0″ (0.61m)
    Weight 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg)
    Abilities Cute Charm
    Magic Guard
    Friend Guard (hidden ability)
    Local № 035 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    041 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    100 (Diamond/Pearl)
    100 (Platinum)
    041 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    089 (Black 2/White 2)
    211 (Sun/Moon)
    Japanese Pippi

    Training

    EV yield 2 HP
    Catch rate 150 (19.6% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 140 (higher than normal)
    Base EXP 68
    Growth Rate Fast

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Fairy
    Gender 25% male, 75% female
    Egg cycles 10 (base 2,560 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 323 Min Max
    HP 70 250 344
    Attack 45 85 207
    Defense 48 90 214
    Sp. Atk 60 112 240
    Sp. Def 65 121 251
    Speed 35 67 185

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Clefairy.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    ½ 0 ½ 2

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Its magical and cute appeal has many admirers. It is rare and found only in certain areas.
Yellow Adored for their cute looks and playfulness. They are thought to be rare, as they do not appear often.
Gold The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
Silver Its adorable behavior and cry make it highly popular. However, this cute POKéMON is rarely found.
Crystal Though rarely seen, it becomes easier to spot, for some reason, on the night of a full moon.
Ruby
Sapphire
On every night of a full moon, groups of this POKéMON come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired CLEFAIRY return to their quiet mountain retreats and go to sleep nestled up against each other.
FireRed Its adorable appearance makes it popular as a pet. However, it is rare and difficult to find.
LeafGreen With its magical and cute appeal, it has many admirers. It is rare and found only in certain areas.
Emerald On every night of a full moon, they come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired CLEFAIRY go to sleep nestled up against each other in deep and quiet mountains.
Diamond Thought to live with others on quiet mountains, it is popular for its adorable nature.
Pearl It flies using the wings on its back to collect moonlight. This Pokémon is difficult to find.
Platinum It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of CLEFAIRY dancing under a full moon.
HeartGold The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
SoulSilver Its adorable behavior and cry make it highly popular. However, this cute Pokémon is rarely found.
Black
White
It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of Clefairy dancing under a full moon.
Black 2
White 2
On nights with a full moon, Clefairy gather from all over and dance. Bathing in moonlight makes them float.
X It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of Clefairy dancing under a full moon.
Y The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
On every night of a full moon, groups of this Pokémon come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy return to their quiet mountain retreats and go to sleep nestled up against each other.
Sun Its adorable behavior and appearance make it popular with men and women, young and old. Its numbers are few, however.
Moon On nights with a full moon, they gather together and dance. The surrounding area is enveloped in an abnormal magnetic field.

Evolution chart

Cleffa
#173
Cleffa
Fairy

(Happiness)
Clefairy
#035
Clefairy
Fairy

(use Moon Stone)
Clefable
#036
Clefable
Fairy

Name origin

clef
musical symbol
fairy
imp, sprite

Moves learned by Clefairy

Clefairy sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6 Generation 7
Normal Clefairy  sprite from Red & Blue Clefairy  sprite from Silver Clefairy  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Clefairy  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Clefairy  sprite from Black & White Clefairy  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Clefairy Shiny sprite from Silver Clefairy Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Clefairy Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Clefairy Shiny sprite from Black & White Clefairy Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Clefairy

Red
Blue
Celadon City
Yellow Trade/migrate from another game
Gold
Silver
Mt. Moon
Crystal Route 3, 4
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed
LeafGreen
Celadon City, Mt. Moon
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Mt. Coronet, Trophy Garden
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Mt. Moon
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
Giant Chasm
X
Y
Trade/migrate from another game
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Route 115, Meteor Falls
Sun
Moon
Mount Hokulani

!Nidoking!

  • Nidoking artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 034
    Type POISON GROUND
    Species Drill Pokémon
    Height 4′7″ (1.40m)
    Weight 136.7 lbs (62.0 kg)
    Abilities Poison Point
    Rivalry
    Sheer Force (hidden ability)
    Local № 034 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    100 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    100 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    109 (X/Y)
    Japanese Nidokingu

    Training

    EV yield 3 Attack
    Catch rate 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 195
    Growth Rate Medium Slow

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field, Monster
    Gender 100% male, 0% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 505 Min Max
    HP 81 272 366
    Attack 102 188 333
    Defense 77 143 278
    Sp. Atk 85 157 295
    Sp. Def 75 139 273
    Speed 85 157 295

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Nidoking.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    2 0 2 ½ ¼ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    2 ½ ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey’s bones.
Yellow Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond.
Gold It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body.
Silver Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can snap the victim’s spine quite easily.
Crystal It uses its thick arms, legs and tail to attack forcefully. Melee combat is its specialty.
Ruby
Sapphire
NIDOKING’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this POKéMON goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
FireRed It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn as it contains venom.
LeafGreen It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey’s bones.
Emerald A NIDOKING’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power capable of toppling a metal transmission tower. Once it goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
HeartGold It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body.
SoulSilver Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can render the victim helpless quite easily.
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
X It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn, as it contains venom.
Y One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Nidoking’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.

Evolution chart

Nidoran♂
#032
Nidoran♂
Poison

(Level 16)
Nidorino
#033
Nidorino
Poison

(use Moon Stone)
Nidoking
#034
Nidoking
Poison · Ground

Name origin

nido
Japanese for ‘two’ (referring to its counterpart)
king
royalty (male)

Moves learned by Nidoking

Nidoking sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Nidoking  sprite from Red & Blue Nidoking  sprite from Silver Nidoking  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoking  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoking  sprite from Black & White Nidoking  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Nidoking Shiny sprite from Silver Nidoking Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoking Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoking Shiny sprite from Black & White Nidoking Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Nidoking

Red
Blue
Yellow
Evolve Nidoran♂/Nidorino
Gold
Silver
Crystal
Evolve Nidoran♂/Nidorino
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed
LeafGreen
Evolve Nidoran♂/Nidorino
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Evolve Nidoran♂/Nidorino
Black Trade/migrate from another game
White Evolve Nidoran♂/Nidorino
Black 2
White 2
Trade/migrate from another game
X
Y
Evolve Nidoran♂/Nidorino
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
Sun
Moon
Data not available yet.

!Nidorino!

  • Nidorino artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 033
    Type POISON
    Species Poison Pin Pokémon
    Height 2′11″ (0.89m)
    Weight 43 lbs (19.5 kg)
    Abilities Poison Point
    Rivalry
    Hustle (hidden ability)
    Local № 033 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    099 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    099 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    108 (X/Y)

    Training

    EV yield 2 Attack
    Catch rate 120 (15.7% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 118
    Growth Rate Medium Slow

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field, Monster
    Gender 100% male, 0% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 365 Min Max
    HP 61 232 326
    Attack 72 134 267
    Defense 57 107 234
    Sp. Atk 55 103 229
    Sp. Def 55 103 229
    Speed 65 121 251

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Nidorino.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ ½ ½ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    2 ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
An aggressive POKéMON that is quick to attack. The horn on its head secretes a powerful venom.
Yellow Its horns contain venom. If they are stabbed into an enemy, the impact makes the poison leak out.
Gold It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. If it senses anything, it attacks immediately.
Silver Quick to anger, it stabs enemies with its horn to inject a powerful poison when it becomes agitated.
Crystal It is easily agitated and uses its horn for offense as soon as it notices an attacker.
Ruby
Sapphire
NIDORINO has a horn that is harder than a diamond. If it senses a hostile presence, all the barbs on its back bristle up at once, and it challenges the foe with all its might.
FireRed It is easily angered. By swinging its well-developed horn wildly, it can even punch through diamond.
LeafGreen An aggressive POKéMON that is quick to attack. The horn on its head secretes a powerful venom.
Emerald Its horn is harder than a diamond. If it senses a hostile presence, all the barbs on its back bristle up at once, and it challenges the foe with all its might.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
It has a violent disposition and stabs foes with its horn, which oozes poison upon impact.
HeartGold It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. If it senses anything, it attacks immediately.
SoulSilver Quick to anger, it stabs enemies with its horn to inject a powerful poison when it becomes agitated.
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
It has a violent disposition and stabs foes with its horn, which oozes poison upon impact.
X It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. If it senses anything, it attacks immediately.
Y An aggressive Pokémon that is quick to attack. The horn on its head secretes a powerful venom.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Nidorino has a horn that is harder than a diamond. If it senses a hostile presence, all the barbs on its back bristle up at once, and it challenges the foe with all its might.

Evolution chart

Nidoran♂
#032
Nidoran♂
Poison

(Level 16)
Nidorino
#033
Nidorino
Poison

(use Moon Stone)
Nidoking
#034
Nidoking
Poison · Ground

Name origin

nido
Japanese for ‘two’ (referring to its counterpart)
rhino
large African mammal

Moves learned by Nidorino

Nidorino sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Nidorino  sprite from Red & Blue Nidorino  sprite from Silver Nidorino  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidorino  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidorino  sprite from Black & White Nidorino  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Nidorino Shiny sprite from Silver Nidorino Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidorino Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidorino Shiny sprite from Black & White Nidorino Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Nidorino

Red Evolve Nidoran♂
Blue Celadon City
Yellow Route 9, 23
Gold
Silver
Crystal
Route 13, 14, 15
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed Evolve Nidoran♂
LeafGreen Route 11
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Route 221, Valor Lakefront
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Route 13, 14, 15
Black Trade/migrate from another game
White Evolve Nidoran♂
Black 2
White 2
Trade/migrate from another game
X
Y
Route 11
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
Sun
Moon
Data not available yet.

!Nidoran♂!

  • Nidoran♂ artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 032
    Type POISON
    Species Poison Pin Pokémon
    Height 1′8″ (0.51m)
    Weight 19.8 lbs (9.0 kg)
    Abilities Poison Point
    Rivalry
    Hustle (hidden ability)
    Local № 032 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    098 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    098 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    107 (X/Y)

    Training

    EV yield 1 Attack
    Catch rate 235 (30.7% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 60
    Growth Rate Medium Slow

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field, Monster
    Gender 100% male, 0% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 273 Min Max
    HP 46 202 296
    Attack 57 107 234
    Defense 40 76 196
    Sp. Atk 40 76 196
    Sp. Def 40 76 196
    Speed 50 94 218

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Nidoran♂.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ ½ ½ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    2 ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Stiffens its ears to sense danger. The larger its horns, the more powerful its secreted venom.
Yellow Its large ears are always kept upright. If it senses danger, it will attack with a poisonous sting.
Gold It is small, but its horn is filled with poison. It charges then stabs with the horn to inject poison.
Silver It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. It will strike first if it senses any danger.
Crystal It constantly moves its large ears in many directions in order to detect danger right away.
Ruby
Sapphire
The male NIDORAN has developed muscles for moving its ears. Thanks to them, the ears can be freely moved in any direction. Even the slightest sound does not escape this POKéMON’s notice.
FireRed Its large ears are flapped like wings when it is listening to distant sounds. It extends toxic barbs when angered.
LeafGreen It stiffens its ears to sense danger. The larger its horns, the more powerful its secreted venom.
Emerald The male NIDORAN has developed muscles that freely move its ears in any direction. Even the slightest sound does not escape this POKéMON’s notice.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.
HeartGold It is small, but its horn is filled with poison. It charges then stabs with the horn to inject poison.
SoulSilver It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. It will strike first if it senses any danger.
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.
X It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.
Y Its large ears are flapped like wings when it is listening to distant sounds. It extends toxic barbs when angered.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Nidoran♂ has developed muscles for moving its ears. Thanks to them, the ears can be freely moved in any direction. Even the slightest sound does not escape this Pokémon’s notice.

Evolution chart

Nidoran♂
#032
Nidoran♂
Poison

(Level 16)
Nidorino
#033
Nidorino
Poison

(use Moon Stone)
Nidoking
#034
Nidoking
Poison · Ground

Name origin

nido
Japanese for ‘two’ (referring to its counterpart)
rhino
large African mammal (corruption)
male symbol

Moves learned by Nidoran♂

Nidoran♂ sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Nidoran♂  sprite from Red & Blue Nidoran♂  sprite from Silver Nidoran♂  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoran♂  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoran♂  sprite from Black & White Nidoran♂  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Nidoran♂ Shiny sprite from Silver Nidoran♂ Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoran♂ Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoran♂ Shiny sprite from Black & White Nidoran♂ Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Nidoran♂

Red
Blue
Route 22
Yellow Route 2, 9, 10, 22
Gold
Silver
Route 35, 36
Crystal Route 35
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed Route 3
LeafGreen Route 3, 5
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Route 201
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Route 35, 36
Black Trade/migrate from another game
White White Forest
Black 2
White 2
Trade/migrate from another game
X
Y
Route 11
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
Sun
Moon
Data not available yet.

!Nidoqueenn!

  • Nidoqueen artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 031
    Type POISON GROUND
    Species Drill Pokémon
    Height 4′3″ (1.30m)
    Weight 132.3 lbs (60.0 kg)
    Abilities Poison Point
    Rivalry
    Sheer Force (hidden ability)
    Local № 031 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    097 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    097 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    106 (X/Y)
    Japanese Nidokuin

    Training

    EV yield 3 HP
    Catch rate 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 194
    Growth Rate Medium Slow

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Undiscovered
    Gender 0% male, 100% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 505 Min Max
    HP 90 290 384
    Attack 92 170 311
    Defense 87 161 300
    Sp. Atk 75 139 273
    Sp. Def 85 157 295
    Speed 76 141 276

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Nidoqueen.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    2 0 2 ½ ¼ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    2 ½ ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves.
Yellow Tough scales cover the sturdy body of this POKéMON. It appears that the scales grow in cycles.
Gold Its body is covered with needle-like scales. It never shows signs of shrinking from any attack.
Silver It uses its scaly, rugged body to seal the entrance of its nest and protect its young from predators.
Crystal The hard scales that cover its strong body serve as excellent protection from any attack.
Ruby
Sapphire
NIDOQUEEN’s body is encased in extremely hard scales. It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles. This POKéMON is at its strongest when it is defending its young.
FireRed The body is covered by stiff, needle-like scales. If it becomes excited, the needles bristle outwards.
LeafGreen Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves.
Emerald It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles using its tough, scaly body. This POKéMON is at its strongest when it is defending its young.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Its entire body is armored with hard scales. It will protect the young in its burrow with its life.
HeartGold Its body is covered with needle-like scales. It never shows signs of shrinking from any attack.
SoulSilver It uses its scaly, rugged body to seal the entrance of its nest and protect its young from predators.
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
Its entire body is armored with hard scales. It will protect the young in its burrow with its life.
X It uses its scaly, rugged body to seal the entrance of its nest and protect its young from predators.
Y The body is covered by stiff, needlelike scales. If it becomes excited, the needles bristle outwards.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Nidoqueen’s body is encased in extremely hard scales. It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles. This Pokémon is at its strongest when it is defending its young.

Evolution chart

Nidoran♀
#029
Nidoran♀
Poison

(Level 16)
Nidorina
#030
Nidorina
Poison

(use Moon Stone)
Nidoqueen
#031
Nidoqueen
Poison · Ground

Name origin

nido
Japanese for ‘two’ (referring to its counterpart)
queen
royalty (female)

Moves learned by Nidoqueen

Nidoqueen sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Nidoqueen  sprite from Red & Blue Nidoqueen  sprite from Silver Nidoqueen  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoqueen  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoqueen  sprite from Black & White Nidoqueen  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Nidoqueen Shiny sprite from Silver Nidoqueen Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoqueen Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoqueen Shiny sprite from Black & White Nidoqueen Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Nidoqueen

Red
Blue
Yellow
Evolve Nidoran♀/Nidorina
Gold
Silver
Crystal
Evolve Nidoran♀/Nidorina
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed
LeafGreen
Evolve Nidoran♀/Nidorina
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Evolve Nidoran♀/Nidorina
Black Trade/migrate from another game
White Evolve Nidoran♀/Nidorina
Black 2
White 2
Trade/migrate from another game
X
Y
Evolve Nidoran♀/Nidorina
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
Sun
Moon
Data not available yet.

!Nidorina!

  • Nidorina artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 030
    Type POISON
    Species Poison Pin Pokémon
    Height 2′7″ (0.79m)
    Weight 44.1 lbs (20.0 kg)
    Abilities Poison Point
    Rivalry
    Hustle (hidden ability)
    Local № 030 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    096 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    096 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    105 (X/Y)

    Training

    EV yield 2 HP
    Catch rate 120 (15.7% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 117
    Growth Rate Medium Slow

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Undiscovered
    Gender 0% male, 100% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 365 Min Max
    HP 70 250 344
    Attack 62 116 245
    Defense 67 125 256
    Sp. Atk 55 103 229
    Sp. Def 55 103 229
    Speed 56 105 232

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Nidorina.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ ½ ½ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    2 ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
The female’s horn develops slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting.
Yellow When resting deep in its burrow, its thorns always retract. This is proof that it is relaxed.
Gold When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.
Silver It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight.
Crystal It has a docile nature. If it is threatened with attack, it raises the barbs that are all over its body.
Ruby
Sapphire
When NIDORINA are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This POKéMON appears to become nervous if separated from the others.
FireRed The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes.
LeafGreen The female’s horns develop slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting.
Emerald When it is with its friends or family, its barbs are tucked away to prevent injury. It appears to become nervous if separated from the others.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than NIDORINO’s.
HeartGold When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring.
SoulSilver It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight.
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than Nidorino’s.
X The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes.
Y When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
When Nidorina are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This Pokémon appears to become nervous if separated from the others.

Evolution chart

Nidoran♀
#029
Nidoran♀
Poison

(Level 16)
Nidorina
#030
Nidorina
Poison

(use Moon Stone)
Nidoqueen
#031
Nidoqueen
Poison · Ground

Name origin

nido
Japanese for ‘two’ (referring to its counterpart)
rhino
large African mammal

Moves learned by Nidorina

Nidorina sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Nidorina  sprite from Red & Blue Nidorina  sprite from Silver Nidorina  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidorina  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidorina  sprite from Black & White Nidorina  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Nidorina Shiny sprite from Silver Nidorina Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidorina Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidorina Shiny sprite from Black & White Nidorina Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Nidorina

Red Route 11, Celadon City
Blue Route 11
Yellow Route 9, 23
Gold
Silver
Crystal
Route 13, 14, 15
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed Route 11
LeafGreen Evolve Nidoran♀
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Route 221, Valor Lakefront
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Route 13, 14, 15
Black Trade/migrate from another game
White Evolve Nidoran♀
Black 2
White 2
Trade/migrate from another game
X
Y
Route 11
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
Sun
Moon
Data not available yet.

!Nidoran male!

  • Nidoran♀ artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 029
    Type POISON
    Species Poison Pin Pokémon
    Height 1′4″ (0.41m)
    Weight 15.4 lbs (7.0 kg)
    Abilities Poison Point
    Rivalry
    Hustle (hidden ability)
    Local № 029 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    095 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    095 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    104 (X/Y)

    Training

    EV yield 1 HP
    Catch rate 235 (30.7% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 59
    Growth Rate Medium Slow

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field, Monster
    Gender 0% male, 100% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 275 Min Max
    HP 55 220 314
    Attack 47 89 212
    Defense 52 98 223
    Sp. Atk 40 76 196
    Sp. Def 40 76 196
    Speed 41 78 199

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Nidoran♀.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ ½ ½ 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    2 ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Although small, its venomous barbs render this POKéMON dangerous. The female has smaller horns.
Yellow A mild-mannered POKéMON that does not like to fight. Beware, its small horns secrete venom.
Gold The poison hidden in its small horn is extremely potent. Even a tiny scratch can have fatal results.
Silver Although not very combative, it will torment its foes with poison spikes if it is threatened in any way.
Crystal Small and very docile, it protects itself with its small, poisonous horn when attacked.
Ruby
Sapphire
NIDORAN has barbs that secrete a powerful poison. They are thought to have developed as protection for this small-bodied POKéMON. When enraged, it releases a horrible toxin from its horn.
FireRed Though small, it must be treated with caution because of its powerfully toxic barbs. The female has smaller horns.
LeafGreen Although small, its venomous barbs render this POKéMON dangerous. The female has smaller horns.
Emerald Its highly toxic barbs are thought to have developed as protection for this small-bodied POKéMON. When enraged, it releases a horrible toxin from its horn.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
While it does not prefer to fight, even one drop of the poison it secretes from barbs can be fatal.
HeartGold The poison hidden in its small horn is extremely potent. Even a tiny scratch can have fatal results.
SoulSilver Although not very combative, it will torment its foes with poison spikes if it is threatened in any way.
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
While it does not prefer to fight, even one drop of the poison it secretes from barbs can be fatal.
X Although small, its venomous barbs render this Pokémon dangerous. The female has smaller horns.
Y Small and very docile, it protects itself with its small, poisonous horn when attacked.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Nidoran♀ has barbs that secrete a powerful poison. They are thought to have developed as protection for this small-bodied Pokémon. When enraged, it releases a horrible toxin from its horn.

Evolution chart

Nidoran♀
#029
Nidoran♀
Poison

(Level 16)
Nidorina
#030
Nidorina
Poison

(use Moon Stone)
Nidoqueen
#031
Nidoqueen
Poison · Ground

Name origin

nido
Japanese for ‘two’ (referring to its counterpart)
rhino
large African mammal (corruption)
female symbol

Moves learned by Nidoran♀

Nidoran♀ sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Nidoran♀  sprite from Red & Blue Nidoran♀  sprite from Silver Nidoran♀  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoran♀  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoran♀  sprite from Black & White Nidoran♀  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Nidoran♀ Shiny sprite from Silver Nidoran♀ Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Nidoran♀ Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Nidoran♀ Shiny sprite from Black & White Nidoran♀ Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Nidoran♀

Red
Blue
Route 5, 22
Yellow Route 2, 9, 10, 22
Gold
Silver
Route 35, 36
Crystal Route 35
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed Route 3, 5
LeafGreen Route 3
Emerald Trade/migrate from another game
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Route 201
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Route 35, 36
Black Trade/migrate from another game
White White Forest
Black 2
White 2
Trade/migrate from another game
X
Y
Route 11
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Trade/migrate from another game
Sun
Moon
Data not available yet.

!Alolan Sandlash!

  • Alolan Sandslash artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 028
    Type ICE STEEL
    Species Mouse Pokémon
    Height 3′11″ (1.19m)
    Weight 121.3 lbs (55.0 kg)
    Abilities Snow Cloak
    Slush Rush (hidden ability)
    Local № 028 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    049 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    113 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald)
    049 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    114 (Black 2/White 2)
    098 (X/Y)
    118 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire)
    252 (Sun/Moon)

    Training

    EV yield 2 Defense
    Catch rate 90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 163
    Growth Rate Medium Fast

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field
    Gender 50% male, 50% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 450 Min Max
    HP 75 260 354
    Attack 100 184 328
    Defense 120 220 372
    Sp. Atk 25 49 163
    Sp. Def 65 121 251
    Speed 65 121 251

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Sandslash.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ 4 ½ ¼ 4 0 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    ½ ½ ½ ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Yellow It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
Gold In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
Silver If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Crystal Adept at climbing trees, it rolls into a spiny ball, then attacks its enemies from above.
Ruby SANDSLASH’s body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
Sapphire SANDSLASH can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this POKéMON will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
FireRed It is adept at attacking with the spines on its back and its sharp claws while quickly scurrying about.
LeafGreen Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Emerald It curls up in a ball to protect itself from enemy attacks. It also curls up to prevent heatstroke during the daytime when temperatures rise sharply.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
HeartGold In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
SoulSilver If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Black
White
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Black 2
White 2
The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.
X If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Y Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Omega Ruby Sandslash’s body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
Alpha Sapphire Sandslash can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this Pokémon will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
Sun Although they are sharp, its claws and spikes often break off. They grow back the next day, so it is not bothered by the temporary loss.
Moon It uses its claws to climb trees and then curls its body into a spiny ball, ready to drop onto any prey that appears.

Evolution chart

Sandshrew
#027
Sandshrew
Ground

(Level 22)
Sandslash
#028
Sandslash
Ground
Alolan Sandshrew
#027
Sandshrew
Alolan Sandshrew
Ice · Steel

(use Ice Stone, in Alola)
Alolan Sandslash
#028
Sandslash
Alolan Sandslash
Ice · Steel

Name origin

sand
fine debris of rocks
slash
to swipe

Moves learned by Sandslash

Sandslash sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Sandslash  sprite from Red & Blue Sandslash  sprite from Silver Sandslash  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Sandslash  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Sandslash  sprite from Black & White Sandslash  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Sandslash Shiny sprite from Silver Sandslash Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Sandslash Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Sandslash Shiny sprite from Black & White Sandslash Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Sandslash

Red Trade/migrate from another game
Blue Route 23
Yellow Evolve Sandshrew
Gold Route 26, 27, Mt. Moon
Silver Evolve Sandshrew
Crystal Route 26
Ruby
Sapphire
Evolve Sandshrew
FireRed Trade/migrate from another game
LeafGreen Route 23
Emerald Evolve Sandshrew
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Route 228
HeartGold Route 26, 27, Mt. Moon
SoulSilver Evolve Sandshrew
Black
White
Relic Castle
Black 2
White 2
Route 15, Relic Castle
X
Y
Route 18, Terminus Cave
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Evolve Sandshrew
Sun Data not available yet.
Moon Evolve Sandshrew/Alolan Sandshrew

!Sandslash!

  • Sandslash artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 028
    Type GROUND
    Species Mouse Pokémon
    Height 3′3″ (0.99m)
    Weight 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
    Abilities Sand Veil
    Sand Rush (hidden ability)
    Local № 028 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    049 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    113 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald)
    049 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    114 (Black 2/White 2)
    098 (X/Y)
    118 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire)
    252 (Sun/Moon)
    Japanese Sandopan

    Training

    EV yield 2 Defense
    Catch rate 90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 163
    Growth Rate Medium Fast

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field
    Gender 50% male, 50% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 450 Min Max
    HP 75 260 354
    Attack 100 184 328
    Defense 110 202 350
    Sp. Atk 45 85 207
    Sp. Def 55 103 229
    Speed 65 121 251

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Sandslash.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    2 0 2 2 ½
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Yellow It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
Gold In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
Silver If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Crystal Adept at climbing trees, it rolls into a spiny ball, then attacks its enemies from above.
Ruby SANDSLASH’s body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
Sapphire SANDSLASH can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this POKéMON will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
FireRed It is adept at attacking with the spines on its back and its sharp claws while quickly scurrying about.
LeafGreen Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Emerald It curls up in a ball to protect itself from enemy attacks. It also curls up to prevent heatstroke during the daytime when temperatures rise sharply.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
HeartGold In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
SoulSilver If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Black
White
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Black 2
White 2
The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.
X If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Y Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Omega Ruby Sandslash’s body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
Alpha Sapphire Sandslash can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this Pokémon will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
Sun Although they are sharp, its claws and spikes often break off. They grow back the next day, so it is not bothered by the temporary loss.
Moon It uses its claws to climb trees and then curls its body into a spiny ball, ready to drop onto any prey that appears.

Evolution chart

Sandshrew
#027
Sandshrew
Ground

(Level 22)
Sandslash
#028
Sandslash
Ground
Alolan Sandshrew
#027
Sandshrew
Alolan Sandshrew
Ice · Steel

(use Ice Stone, in Alola)
Alolan Sandslash
#028
Sandslash
Alolan Sandslash
Ice · Steel

Name origin

sand
fine debris of rocks
slash
to swipe

Moves learned by Sandslash

Sandslash sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Sandslash  sprite from Red & Blue Sandslash  sprite from Silver Sandslash  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Sandslash  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Sandslash  sprite from Black & White Sandslash  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Sandslash Shiny sprite from Silver Sandslash Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Sandslash Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Sandslash Shiny sprite from Black & White Sandslash Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Sandslash

Red Trade/migrate from another game
Blue Route 23
Yellow Evolve Sandshrew
Gold Route 26, 27, Mt. Moon
Silver Evolve Sandshrew
Crystal Route 26
Ruby
Sapphire
Evolve Sandshrew
FireRed Trade/migrate from another game
LeafGreen Route 23
Emerald Evolve Sandshrew
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Route 228
HeartGold Route 26, 27, Mt. Moon
SoulSilver Evolve Sandshrew
Black
White
Relic Castle
Black 2
White 2
Route 15, Relic Castle
X
Y
Route 18, Terminus Cave
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Evolve Sandshrew
Sun Data not available yet.
Moon Evolve Sandshrew/Alolan Sandshrew

!Alolan Sandshrew!

  • Alolan Sandshrew artwork by Ken Sugimori

    Pokédex data

    National № 027
    Type ICE STEEL
    Species Mouse Pokémon
    Height 2′4″ (0.71m)
    Weight 88.2 lbs (40.0 kg)
    Abilities Snow Cloak
    Slush Rush (hidden ability)
    Local № 027 (Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
    048 (Gold/Silver/Crystal)
    112 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald)
    048 (HeartGold/SoulSilver)
    113 (Black 2/White 2)
    097 (X/Y)
    117 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire)
    251 (Sun/Moon)

    Training

    EV yield 1 Defense
    Catch rate 255 (33.3% with PokéBall, full HP)
    Base Happiness 70 (normal)
    Base EXP 93
    Growth Rate Medium Fast

    Breeding

    Egg Groups Field
    Gender 50% male, 50% female
    Egg cycles 20 (base 5,120 steps)

    Base stats

    Total 300 Min Max
    HP 50 210 304
    Attack 75 139 273
    Defense 90 166 306
    Sp. Atk 10 22 130
    Sp. Def 35 67 185
    Speed 40 76 196

    The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

    Type defenses

    The effectiveness of each type on Sandshrew.

    NOR FIR WAT ELE GRA ICE FIG POI GRO
    ½ 4 ½ ¼ 4 0 2
    FLY PSY BUG ROC GHO DRA DAR STE FAI
    ½ ½ ½ ½ ½

Pokédex entries

Red
Blue
Burrows deep underground in arid locations far from water. It only emerges to hunt for food.
Yellow Its body is dry. When it gets cold at night, its hide is said to become coated with a fine dew.
Gold If it fell from a great height, this POKéMON could save itself by rolling into a ball and bouncing.
Silver Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball.
Crystal It prefers dry, sandy places because it uses the sand to protect itself when threatened.
Ruby SANDSHREW’s body is configured to absorb water without waste, enabling it to survive in an arid desert. This POKéMON curls up to protect itself from its enemies.
Sapphire SANDSHREW has a very dry hide that is extremely tough. The POKéMON can roll into a ball that repels any attack. At night, it burrows into the desert sand to sleep.
FireRed It burrows and lives underground. If threatened, it curls itself up into a ball for protection.
LeafGreen Burrows deep underground in arid locations far from water. It only emerges to hunt for prey.
Emerald When it curls up in a ball, it can make any attack bounce off harmlessly. Its hide has turned tough and solid as a result of living in the desert.
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
To protect itself from attackers, it curls up into a ball. It lives in arid regions with minimal rainfall.
HeartGold If it fell from a great height, this Pokémon could save itself by rolling into a ball and bouncing.
SoulSilver Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball.
Black
White
To protect itself from attackers, it curls up into a ball. It lives in arid regions with minimal rainfall.
Black 2
White 2
It digs deep burrows to live in. When in danger, it rolls up its body to withstand attacks.
X It burrows and lives underground. If threatened, it curls itself up into a ball for protection.
Y Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball.
Omega Ruby Sandshrew’s body is configured to absorb water without waste, enabling it to survive in an arid desert. This Pokémon curls up to protect itself from its enemies.
Alpha Sapphire Sandshrew has a very dry hide that is extremely tough. The Pokémon can roll into a ball that repels any attack. At night, it burrows into the desert sand to sleep.
Sun It can roll its body into a ball. It moves through the desert by rolling at high speeds.
Moon It usually makes its home in deserts and arid zones, where rain does not fall. It digs holes to catch Bug-type Pokémon.

Evolution chart

Sandshrew
#027
Sandshrew
Ground

(Level 22)
Sandslash
#028
Sandslash
Ground
Alolan Sandshrew
#027
Sandshrew
Alolan Sandshrew
Ice · Steel

(use Ice Stone, in Alola)
Alolan Sandslash
#028
Sandslash
Alolan Sandslash
Ice · Steel

Name origin

sand
fine debris of rocks
shrew
a rodent

Moves learned by Sandshrew

Sandshrew sprites

Type Generation 1 Generation 2 Generation 3 Generation 4 Generation 5 Generation 6
Normal Sandshrew  sprite from Red & Blue Sandshrew  sprite from Silver Sandshrew  sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Sandshrew  sprite from Diamond & Pearl Sandshrew  sprite from Black & White Sandshrew  sprite from X & Y
Shiny Sandshrew Shiny sprite from Silver Sandshrew Shiny sprite from Ruby & Sapphire Sandshrew Shiny sprite from Diamond & Pearl Sandshrew Shiny sprite from Black & White Sandshrew Shiny sprite from X & Y

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Where to find Sandshrew

Red Trade/migrate from another game
Blue Route 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 23
Yellow Route 3, 4
Gold Mt. Moon, Union Cave
Silver Goldenrod City, Union Cave
Crystal Route 3, 4
Ruby
Sapphire
Route 111, 113
FireRed Trade/migrate from another game
LeafGreen Route 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 23
Emerald Route 111, Mirage Tower
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Wayward Cave
HeartGold Mt. Moon, Union Cave
SoulSilver Goldenrod City
Black
White
Breed Sandslash
Black 2
White 2
Relic Castle, Desert Resort
X
Y
Breed Sandslash
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
Route 111, 113
Sun Data not available yet.
Moon Route 14, Tapu Village, Mount Lanakila