Shadow Aerodactyl

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Shadow Aerodactyl is a Rock and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Rock and Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Aerodactyl is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Steel, and Water-type moves.

Shadow Aerodactyl's maximum Combat Power stat is 3147 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Rock Throw and Rock Slide. Shadow Aerodactyl encounters are boosted during Partly Cloudy and Windy weather. Shiny Shadow Aerodactyl is available! ✨

StatsStats

Max CP3147 CP
Attack221 ATK
Defense159 DEF
Stamina190 HP
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes

Shadow Aerodactyl Type Chart

Shadow Aerodactyl takes increased damage from:Shadow Aerodactyl takes increased damage from:
+60.0%
  • Electric
  • Ice
  • Rock
  • Steel
  • Water
Shadow Aerodactyl takes reduced damage from:Shadow Aerodactyl takes reduced damage from:
-37.5%
  • Bug
  • Fire
  • Flying
  • Ground
  • Normal
  • Poison

Shadow Aerodactyl's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid AttackerC TierExternal Link#198
Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
Rock Rock-type Attacker
Rock Throw / Rock Slide
A+ TierExternal Link#20

Shadow Aerodactyl's best moves and movesets

Moves
Shadow Aerodactyl's best moveset is Rock Throw and Rock Slide, with 15.24 DPS (damage per second) and 186.2 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy weather.
  • DPS15.24
  • TDO186.17
  • Weather
    • partlyCloudy
      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.RockRock Throw RockRock Slide 15.24186.226.2
      2.SteelSteel Wing RockRock Slide 14.45176.624.8
      3.RockRock Throw GroundEarth Power 14.38175.724.7
      4.RockRock Throw RockAncient Power 14.01171.124.1
      5.DarkBite RockRock Slide 13.92170.023.9
      6.RockRock Throw NormalHyper Beam 13.88169.623.8
      7.SteelSteel Wing GroundEarth Power 13.68167.123.5
      8.RockRock Throw SteelIron Head 13.64166.623.4
      1 of 3
      Pokédex informationMore information

      The following chart shows Shadow Aerodactyl's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Aerodactyl's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

      Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Shadow Aerodactyl has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

      Fast Attacks

      • DarkBiteDamage6Energy4Duration0.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Bite
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GhostGhost
          • PsychicPsychic
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • DarkDark
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage6
        Energy4
        Weather boost
        • fogFog
        Duration0.5s
        Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage4
        Energy2

        Effects
        Bite has no special effects.
        See Bite details page ↗
      • RockRock ThrowDamage13Energy8Duration1.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Rock Throw
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FlyingFlying
          • BugBug
          • FireFire
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • GroundGround
          • SteelSteel
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage13
        Energy8
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration1.0s
        Damage window0.6s - 0.9s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage8
        Energy5

        Effects
        Rock Throw has no special effects.
        See Rock Throw details page ↗
      • SteelSteel WingDamage14Energy8Duration1.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Steel Wing
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • RockRock
          • IceIce
          • FairyFairy
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage14
        Energy8
        Weather boost
        • snowSnow
        Duration1.0s
        Damage window0.7s - 1.0s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage7
        Energy6

        Effects
        Steel Wing has no special effects.
        See Steel Wing details page ↗

      Charged Moves

      • NormalHyper BeamDamage150Energy100Duration4.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Hyper Beam
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
        • 39.1%
          • GhostGhost
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage150
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration4.0s
        Damage window3.5s - 3.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage150
        Energy80

        Effects
        Hyper Beam has no special effects.
        See Hyper Beam details page ↗
      • RockAncient PowerDamage70Energy33Duration3.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Ancient Power
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FlyingFlying
          • BugBug
          • FireFire
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • GroundGround
          • SteelSteel
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage70
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration3.5s
        Damage window2.9s - 3.1s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage60
        Energy45

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Ancient Power has a 10.0% chance to:

        • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
        • Increase User's Defense by 25.0%
        See Ancient Power details page ↗
      • RockRock SlideDamage75Energy50Duration2.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Rock Slide
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FlyingFlying
          • BugBug
          • FireFire
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • GroundGround
          • SteelSteel
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage75
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration2.5s
        Damage window1.3s - 2.4s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage65
        Energy45

        Effects
        Rock Slide has no special effects.
        See Rock Slide details page ↗
      • SteelIron HeadDamage60Energy50Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Iron Head
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • RockRock
          • IceIce
          • FairyFairy
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage60
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • snowSnow
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.4s - 1.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage70
        Energy50

        Effects
        Iron Head has no special effects.
        See Iron Head details page ↗
      • GroundEarth PowerDamage100Energy50Duration3.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Earth Power
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • PoisonPoison
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • ElectricElectric
        • 62.5%
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 39.1%
          • FlyingFlying
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage100
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration3.5s
        Damage window2.6s - 3.3s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage90
        Energy55

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Earth Power has a 10.0% chance to:

        • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
        See Earth Power details page ↗
      • NormalFrustrationDamage10Energy33Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Frustration
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
        • 39.1%
          • GhostGhost
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage10
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.0s - 1.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage10
        Energy70

        Effects
        Frustration has no special effects.
        See Frustration details page ↗

      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Shadow Aerodactyl's has 3147 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Aerodactyl obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1456 CP to 1590 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1821 CP to 1988 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Aerodactyl can be found in the 1136 CP to 1193 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP3147 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch1136 CP - 1193 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs1515 CP - 1590 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids1456 CP - 1590 CP
      Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
      1821 CP - 1988 CP
      Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
      InfoMore information
      • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
      • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
      • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
      • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
      • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
      • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

      Max CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

      Shadow Aerodactyl Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

      LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
      139 CP2123 CP3207 CP
      4291 CP5375 CP6459 CP
      7543 CP8627 CP9711 CP
      10795 CP11875 CP12954 CP
      131034 CP141113 CP151193 CP
      161272 CP171352 CP181431 CP
      191511 CP201590 CP211670 CP
      221749 CP231829 CP241908 CP
      251988 CP262068 CP272147 CP
      282227 CP292306 CP302386 CP
      312426 CP322465 CP332505 CP
      342545 CP352585 CP362624 CP
      372664 CP382704 CP392744 CP
      402783 CP412819 CP422854 CP
      432890 CP442926 CP452962 CP
      462999 CP473035 CP483072 CP
      493109 CP503147 CP

      Shadow Aerodactyl evolution chart

      Family
      PokémonRequiresEvolution
      Thumbnail image of AerodactylAerodactyl
      • 200 / 40 Mega Energy200 / 40 Mega Energy
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega AerodactylMega Pokémon iconMega Aerodactyl
      • Aerodactyl can Mega evolve into Mega Aerodactyl. Evolving Mega Aerodactyl costs 200 Mega energy the first time, and 40 energy every other time.

      Shadow Aerodactyl family

      A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Aerodactyl in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

      Official artwork of AerodactylAerodactyl
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Mega AerodactylMega Aerodactyl
      Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow AerodactylShadow Aerodactyl

      Shadow Aerodactyl in the meta

      Shadow Aerodactyl in the meta

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      Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Aerodactyl

      Photobomb

      A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Aerodactyl's Rock and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Aerodactyl.

      Rock Rock

      Flying Flying

      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

      Mega and Primal Catch BonusWhile a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

      Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
      • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
      • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
      • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

      Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Shadow Aerodactyl in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

      CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                -16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                -24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                - 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                - 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Shadow Aerodactyl, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                Pokédex information

                Kanto
                Pokédex Number#142
                Height1.8 m
                Weight59 kg
                RegionGeneration 1
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate20%
                Base Flee Rate9%
                Catch rewards
                Candy3
                Stardust100
                Additional Move Cost
                Candy75
                Stardust75000
                Mega Energy reward
                For walking as a Buddy
                Candy25 Mega Energy

                Size information

                No size information available for this Pokémon

                Encounter data

                No encounter data available


                How to purify Shadow Aerodactyl

                Purification cost5 Candy
                5000 Stardust
                Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
                Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

                Shadow Aerodactyl Pokédex entries

                Kanto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Red, BlueA ferocious, pre­ historic POKéMON that goes for the enemy's throat with its serrated saw-like fangs.
                YellowA savage POKéMON that died out in ancient times. It was resurrected using DNA taken from amber.
                GoldA vicious POKéMON from the distant past, it appears to have flown by spreading its wings and gliding.
                SilverThis vicious POKé­ MON is said to have flown in an­ cient skies while shrieking high- pitched cries.
                CrystalIn prehistoric times, this POKéMON flew freely and fearlessly through the skies.
                Ruby, SapphireAERODACTYL is a POKéMON from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from genetic material extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies in ancient times.
                EmeraldAERODACTYL is a POKéMON from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from DNA extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies.
                FireRedIt was regenerated from a dinosaur’s genetic matter that was found in amber. It flies with high-pitched cries.
                LeafGreenA ferocious, prehistoric POKéMON that goes for the enemy’s throat with its serrated, sawlike fangs.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2A Pokémon that roamed the skies in the dinosaur era. Its teeth are like saw blades.
                HeartGoldA vicious Pokémon from the distant past, it appears to have flown by spreading its wings and gliding.
                SoulSilverThis vicious Pokémon is said to have flown in ancient skies while shrieking high-pitched cries.
                XIt was regenerated from a dinosaur’s genetic matter that was found in amber. It flies with high-pitched cries.
                YThis vicious Pokémon is said to have flown in ancient skies while shrieking high-pitched cries.
                Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireAerodactyl is a Pokémon from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from genetic material extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies in ancient times.
                SunA Pokémon from the age of the dinosaurs. It used its sawlike fangs to shred its prey before eating them.
                MoonIn ancient times, it ruled the skies. A widely accepted theory is that it went extinct due to a large meteor impact.
                Ultra SunRestored from DNA found in amber, this Pokémon exhibited ferocity that was greater than expected. Some casualties resulted.
                Ultra MoonIt flew through the open skies over the ancient continent as if they were its own. When it touched ground, its walk was weak and slow.
                Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!A savage Pokémon that died out in ancient times. It was resurrected using DNA taken from amber.
                SwordThis is a ferocious Pokémon from ancient times. Apparently even modern technology is incapable of producing a perfectly restored specimen.
                ShieldAerodactyl’s sawlike fangs can shred skin to tatters—even the skin of Steel-type Pokémon.

                Sprites

                Photobomb

                Regular and Shiny Shadow Aerodactyl

                Shadow Aerodactyl high resolution sprites

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Aerodactyl. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                Wallpaper

                Shadow AerodactylShadow AerodactylShadow AerodactylShadow Aerodactyl

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Aerodactyl’s strengths and weaknesses?

                As a Rock and Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Aerodactyl is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Steel, and Water-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Shadow Aerodactyl in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Shadow Aerodactyl in Pokémon GO are Rock Throw and Rock Slide. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.242 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 186.166.

                How does Shadow Aerodactyl perform in Raids?

                Shadow Aerodactyl can be useful in specific Raid matchups but has limited effectiveness. Ranks #198 as a Raid attacker.

                How does Shadow Aerodactyl rank as a Rock-type attacker?

                Shadow Aerodactyl is an A+ Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #20 and performing very well in most scenarios and a great choice for trainers.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Aerodactyl?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Aerodactyl: Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Diancie, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

                What is Shadow Aerodactyl’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                Shadow Aerodactyl’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2783 CP and 3147 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Aerodactyl be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Aerodactyl can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Shadow Aerodactyl Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Aerodactyl cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.