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Shadow Beedrill

Shadow Beedrill (Shadow)Bug Poison
  • rain
  • cloudy
Shadow Beedrill is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Beedrill is a Bug and Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,846 CP and is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, and Rock-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Bomb. It is boosted by Rain and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Beedrill Stats and Max CP

169 ATK
130 DEF
163 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2087 CP
Lvl 40
1846 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1318 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1054 CP
Lvl 15 Research
791 CP

Shadow Beedrill's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
BugBug-type
#75
PoisonPoison-type
#43
Great LeagueGreat League
#529
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#747

Shadow Beedrill Type Chart

Shadow Beedrill takes increased damage from:Shadow Beedrill takes increased damage from:

FireFire160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%
RockRock160.0%

Shadow Beedrill takes reduced damage from:Shadow Beedrill takes reduced damage from:

FightingFighting39.1%
GrassGrass39.1%
BugBug62.5%
FairyFairy62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%

Shadow Beedrill best moveset

Moves

Poison Jab + Sludge Bomb

Poison
PoisonPoison Jab
PoisonSludge Bomb
Shadow Beedrill's best Poison-type moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Bomb, with 11.99 DPS and 135.4 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Shadow Beedrill ranks #43 (B Tier) as a Poison attacker with that moveset.
1.BugBug BitePoisonSludge Bomb9.8712.02135.8
2.PoisonPoison JabPoisonSludge Bomb9.8411.99135.4
3.BugInfestationPoisonSludge Bomb9.3911.45129.3
4.PoisonPoison JabBugX-Scissor9.3811.43129.0
5.BugBug BiteBugX-Scissor9.2211.24126.9
6.PoisonPoison StingPoisonSludge Bomb9.2011.21126.6
7.BugInfestationBugX-Scissor8.7210.63120.1
8.PoisonPoison JabGroundDrill Run8.5810.46118.1
1–8 of 24

Fast Attacks

  • BugBug Bite *560.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Bug Bite
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy3

    Effects
    Bug Bite has no special effects.
    See Bug Bite details page ↗
  • BugInfestation9131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Infestation
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage9
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage10
    Energy12

    Effects
    Infestation has no special effects.
    See Infestation details page ↗
  • PoisonPoison Jab1391.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Poison Jab
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.4s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage7
    Energy7

    Effects
    Poison Jab has no special effects.
    See Poison Jab details page ↗
  • PoisonPoison Sting460.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Poison Sting
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Poison Sting has no special effects.
    See Poison Sting details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • BugX-Scissor45331.5s
    Toggle more information for move: X-Scissor
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage65
    Energy40

    Effects
    X-Scissor has no special effects.
    See X-Scissor details page ↗
  • BugFell Stinger45332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Fell Stinger
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.6s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage20
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Fell Stinger has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Fell Stinger details page ↗
  • FlyingAerial Ace55332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage55
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy45

    Effects
    Aerial Ace has no special effects.
    See Aerial Ace details page ↗
  • GroundDrill Run *85503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Drill Run
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.9s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy40

    Effects
    Drill Run has no special effects.
    See Drill Run 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 ↗
  • PoisonSludge Bomb85502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Sludge Bomb
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50

    Effects
    Sludge Bomb has no special effects.
    See Sludge Bomb details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Shadow Beedrill's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Beedrill'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 Beedrill has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Shadow Beedrill CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Beedrill reaches a maximum of 1,846 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 946–1,054 CP, rising to 1,183–1,318 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 745–791 CP.

Max CPMax CP1846 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch745 CP - 791 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs994 CP - 1054 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids946 CP - 1054 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1183 CP - 1318 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 Beedrill Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
126 CP281 CP3137 CP
4193 CP5249 CP6304 CP
7360 CP8416 CP9471 CP
10527 CP11580 CP12633 CP
13685 CP14738 CP15791 CP
16844 CP17896 CP18949 CP
191002 CP201054 CP211107 CP
221160 CP231213 CP241266 CP
251318 CP261371 CP271424 CP
281477 CP291529 CP301582 CP
311608 CP321635 CP331661 CP
341688 CP351714 CP361740 CP
371767 CP381793 CP391819 CP
401846 CP411869 CP421893 CP
431917 CP441940 CP451964 CP
461989 CP472013 CP482037 CP
492062 CP502087 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#15
Height1 m
Weight29.5 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance1 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate6%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy25
Stardust10000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy5 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
WeedleWeedle
  • 12 Candy12 Candy
KakunaKakuna
KakunaKakuna
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
BeedrillBeedrill
BeedrillBeedrill
  • 100 / 20 Energy (Mega Evolution)100 / 20 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Beedrill (Mega)Mega Beedrill
  • Weedle evolves into Kakuna which costs 12 Candy.
  • Kakuna evolves into Beedrill which costs 50 Candy.
  • Beedrill can transform into Mega Beedrill through Mega Evolution. This costs 100 energy the first time and 20 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Beedrill
Purification cost1 Candy
1000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Beedrill

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Beedrill's Bug and Poison-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Beedrill.

Bug Bug

Poison Poison

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

Shadow Beedrill Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Beedrill 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 Beedrill in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Calculator

Shadow Beedrill family

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

WeedleWeedle
KakunaKakuna
BeedrillBeedrill
Mega Beedrill (Mega)Mega Beedrill
Shadow Weedle (Shadow)Shadow Weedle
Shadow Kakuna (Shadow)Shadow Kakuna
Shadow Beedrill (Shadow)Shadow Beedrill

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_ELECTRIC
Movement Timer6s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer17s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.125
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

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Regular and Shiny Shadow Beedrill

Shadow Beedrill high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Beedrill. 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 Beedrill Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Shadow Beedrill Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueFlies at high speed and attacks using its large venomous stingers on its forelegs and tail.
YellowIt has 3 poisonous stingers on its forelegs and its tail. They are used to jab its enemy repeatedly.
GoldIt can take down any opponent with its powerful poi­ son stingers. It sometimes attacks in swarms.
SilverIt has three poison barbs. The barb on its tail secretes the most powerful poison.
CrystalIt uses sharp, poisonous stings to defeat prey, then takes the victim back to its nest for food.
Ruby, SapphireBEEDRILL is extremely territorial. No one should ever approach its nest - this is for their own safety. If angered, they will attack in a furious swarm.
EmeraldA BEEDRILL is extremely territorial. For safety reasons, no one should ever approach its nest. If angered, they will attack in a swarm.
FireRedMay appear in a swarm. Flies at violent speeds, all the while stabbing with the toxic stinger on its rear.
LeafGreenIt flies at high speed and attacks using the large venomous stingers on its forelegs and tail.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2Its best attack involves flying around at high speed, striking with poison needles, then flying off.
HeartGoldIt can take down any opponent with its powerful poison stingers. It sometimes attacks in swarms.
SoulSilverIt has three poison barbs. The barb on its tail secretes the most powerful poison.
XIt has three poisonous stingers on its forelegs and its tail. They are used to jab its enemy repeatedly.
YMay appear in a swarm. Flies at violent speeds, all the while stabbing with the toxic stinger on its rear.
Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireBeedrill is extremely territorial. No one should ever approach its nest—this is for their own safety. If angered, they will attack in a furious swarm.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!It has three poisonous stingers on its forelegs and its tail. They are used to jab its enemy repeatedly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Beedrill’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Bug and Poison-type Pokémon, Shadow Beedrill is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, and Rock-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Beedrill in Pokémon GO are Bug Bite and Sludge Bomb. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.024 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 135.759.

How does Shadow Beedrill perform in Raids?

Shadow Beedrill's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

How does Shadow Beedrill rank as a Bug-type attacker?

Shadow Beedrill is a D-Tier Bug-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

How does Shadow Beedrill rank as a Poison-type attacker?

Shadow Beedrill is a B-Tier Poison-type attacker, ranking at number #43 with limited utility in specific matchups.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Beedrill?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Beedrill: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, Mega Victreebel, and Mega Gengar.

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

Shadow Beedrill’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1846 CP and 2087 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Beedrill be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Beedrill can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Beedrill Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Beedrill cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.