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Shadow Aerodactyl

Shadow Aerodactyl (Shadow)Rock Flying
  • partlyCloudy
  • windy
Shadow Aerodactyl is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Aerodactyl is a Rock and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,783 CP and is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Steel, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Rock Throw / Rock Slide. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Aerodactyl Stats and Max CP

221 ATK
159 DEF
190 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3147 CP
Lvl 40
2783 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1988 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1590 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1193 CP

Shadow Aerodactyl's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Shadow Aerodactyl PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔️ Raids

Shadow Aerodactyl is a rock and flying-type fossil Pokémon. It’s a strong rock-type raid attacker; however, due to a lack of strong flying-type attacks that Shadow Aerodactyl can learn, it doesn’t work as a flying-type raid attacker at all.

As a rock-type raid attacker, Aerodactyl is strong against flying, bug, fire, and ice-type Pokémon with a move combination of Rock Throw and Rock Slide.

Shadow Aerodactyl PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Shadow Aerodactyl is a frail, attack-weighted Pokémon with no spammy or quick energy-generating moves to its name and a weakness towards five whole types. As such, it is not at all a good Pokémon for PvP.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#225
RockRock-type
#19
Great LeagueGreat League
#408
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#438
Master LeagueMaster League
#257

Shadow Aerodactyl Type Chart

Shadow Aerodactyl takes increased damage from:Shadow Aerodactyl takes increased damage from:

ElectricElectric160.0%
IceIce160.0%
RockRock160.0%
SteelSteel160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Shadow Aerodactyl takes reduced damage from:Shadow Aerodactyl takes reduced damage from:

BugBug62.5%
FireFire62.5%
FlyingFlying62.5%
GroundGround62.5%
NormalNormal62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%

Shadow Aerodactyl best moveset

Moves

Rock Throw + Rock Slide

Rock
RockRock Throw
RockRock Slide
Shadow Aerodactyl's best Rock-type moveset is Rock Throw / Rock Slide, with 14.85 DPS and 232.3 TDO. These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy weather. Shadow Aerodactyl ranks #19 (A Tier) as a Rock attacker with that moveset.
1.RockRock ThrowDarkBrutal Swing12.8714.88232.7
2.RockRock ThrowRockRock Slide12.8414.85232.3
3.SteelSteel WingDarkBrutal Swing12.2914.22222.3
4.SteelSteel WingRockRock Slide12.2114.12220.8
5.RockRock ThrowGroundEarth Power12.0813.98218.6
6.DarkBiteDarkBrutal Swing11.9013.77215.3
7.DragonDragon BreathDarkBrutal Swing11.9013.77215.3
8.RockRock ThrowNormalHyper Beam11.8513.71214.4
1–8 of 28

Fast Attacks

  • DarkBite640.5s
    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
    Damage2
    Energy4

    Effects
    Bite has no special effects.
    See Bite details page ↗
  • DragonDragon Breath640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Breath
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Dragon Breath has no special effects.
    See Dragon Breath details page ↗
  • RockRock Throw1381.0s
    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 Wing1481.0s
    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
    Energy5

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

Charged Attacks

  • DarkBrutal Swing65332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Brutal Swing
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Brutal Swing has no special effects.
    See Brutal Swing details page ↗
  • GroundEarth Power100503.5s
    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
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Earth Power has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Earth Power details page ↗
  • NormalHyper Beam1501004.0s
    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 ↗
  • NormalFrustration10332.0s
    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 ↗
  • RockAncient Power70333.5s
    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 Slide75502.5s
    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
    Damage75
    Energy45

    Effects
    Rock Slide has no special effects.
    See Rock Slide details page ↗
  • SteelIron Head60502.0s
    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
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Iron Head has no special effects.
    See Iron Head details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Shadow Aerodactyl's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged 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 Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged 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).

Shadow Aerodactyl CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Aerodactyl reaches a maximum of 2,783 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,456–1,590 CP, rising to 1,821–1,988 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,136–1,193 CP.

Max CPMax CP2783 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 6 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 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 6 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

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. CP Calculator

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

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#142
Height1.8 m
Weight59 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate9%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy25 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
AerodactylAerodactyl
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Aerodactyl (Mega)Mega Aerodactyl
  • Aerodactyl can transform into Mega Aerodactyl through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Aerodactyl
Purification cost5 Candy
5000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Aerodactyl

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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 Bonus –Mega 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 Bonus –While 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.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50624,000 Stardust406 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy360 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy XL
LVL 40336,000 Stardust406 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy12 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy XL
LVL 35228,000 Stardust274 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-
LVL 30150,000 Stardust185 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-
LVL 2596,000 Stardust136 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-
LVL 2057,000 Stardust97 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-
LVL 1530,600 Stardust67 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-
LVL 1013,200 Stardust38 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-
LVL 53,600 Stardust18 Shadow Aerodactyl Candy-

Shadow Aerodactyl Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Aerodactyl from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 624,000 Stardust, 406 Candy, and 360 Candy XL to fully power up Shadow Aerodactyl in Pokémon GO.

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Shadow Aerodactyl family

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

AerodactylAerodactyl
Mega Aerodactyl (Mega)Mega Aerodactyl
Shadow Aerodactyl (Shadow)Shadow Aerodactyl

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_FLYING
Movement Timer5s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer14s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.5
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

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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.

Official artwork

Shadow Aerodactyl Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

Shadow AerodactylShadow AerodactylShadow AerodactylShadow Aerodactyl

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.

List of Shadow Aerodactyl costumes

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A list of Shadow Aerodactyl costumes available in Pokémon GO.

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 Brutal Swing. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 14.88 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 232.723.

How does Shadow Aerodactyl perform in Raids?

Shadow Aerodactyl is not recommended for Raid use.

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

Shadow Aerodactyl is a solid A-Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #19. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Aerodactyl?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Aerodactyl: Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Diancie, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Dragonite, Mega Skarmory, Mega Salamence, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Staraptor.

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.