Murkrow is a Dark and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,562 CP and is weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, and Rock-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Feint Attack / Foul Play. It is boosted by Fog and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.
| 1. | 7.35 | 9.35 | 85.0 | ||
| 2. | 7.07 | 9.00 | 81.8 | ||
| 3. | 6.96 | 8.87 | 80.5 | ||
| 4. | 6.64 | 8.46 | 76.8 | ||
| 5. | 6.63 | 8.44 | 76.7 | ||
| 6. | 6.34 | 8.07 | 73.3 |
| Damage | 11 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 10 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.8s - 1.0s |
| Damage | 6 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
| Damage | 80 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 1.4s - 2.3s |
| Damage | 80 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
| Damage | 70 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.7s - 1.9s |
| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 40 |
The following chart shows Murkrow's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Murkrow'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 Murkrow has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Murkrow reaches a maximum of 1,562 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 835–892 CP, rising to 1,044–1,116 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 626–669 CP.
| 1562 CP | |
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
| 626 CP - 669 CP | |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 835 CP - 892 CP | |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 835 CP - 892 CP | |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 1044 CP - 1116 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
Murkrow Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator
| LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 CP | 2 | 69 CP | 3 | 116 CP |
| 4 | 163 CP | 5 | 210 CP | 6 | 257 CP |
| 7 | 305 CP | 8 | 352 CP | 9 | 399 CP |
| 10 | 446 CP | 11 | 491 CP | 12 | 535 CP |
| 13 | 580 CP | 14 | 625 CP | 15 | 669 CP |
| 16 | 714 CP | 17 | 759 CP | 18 | 803 CP |
| 19 | 848 CP | 20 | 892 CP | 21 | 937 CP |
| 22 | 982 CP | 23 | 1026 CP | 24 | 1071 CP |
| 25 | 1116 CP | 26 | 1160 CP | 27 | 1205 CP |
| 28 | 1250 CP | 29 | 1294 CP | 30 | 1339 CP |
| 31 | 1361 CP | 32 | 1384 CP | 33 | 1406 CP |
| 34 | 1428 CP | 35 | 1451 CP | 36 | 1473 CP |
| 37 | 1495 CP | 38 | 1518 CP | 39 | 1540 CP |
| 40 | 1562 CP | 41 | 1582 CP | 42 | 1602 CP |
| 43 | 1622 CP | 44 | 1642 CP | 45 | 1663 CP |
| 46 | 1683 CP | 47 | 1704 CP | 48 | 1724 CP |
| 49 | 1745 CP | 50 | 1766 CP |
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Murkrow's Dark and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Murkrow.
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| Pokédex Number | #198 |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.51 m |
| Weight | 2.1 kg |
| Region | Generation 2 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 0% |
| Catch rewards | |
| Additional Move Cost |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Murkrow in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Murkrow
Honchkrow
Shadow Murkrow
Shadow HonchkrowMurkrow's height ranges from 0.25 m to 1.02 m, with the average being 0.51 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.
| XXS | XS | M | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 0.25 m | 0.26 m | 0.51 m | 0.77 m | 1.02 m |
This table shows the size bounds of Murkrow in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0.2499 m | 0.255 m |
| 0′10″ | 0′10″ | |
| XS | 0.255 m | 0.51 m |
| 0′10″ | 1′08″ | |
| M | 0.3825 m | 0.6375 m |
| 1′03″ | 2′01″ | |
| XL | 0.6375 m | 0.765 m |
| 2′01″ | 2′06″ | |
| XXL | 0.765 m | 1.02 m |
| 2′06″ | 3′04″ |
| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 11s |
| Jump Time | 2s |
| Attack Probability | 10.0% |
| Attack Timer | 20s |
| Dodge Probability | 15.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
| LVL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 520,000 | 304 | 296 |
| 40 | 280,000 | 304 | 10 |
| 35 | 190,000 | 196 | - |
| 30 | 125,000 | 126 | - |
| 25 | 80,000 | 87 | - |
| 20 | 47,500 | 58 | - |
| 15 | 25,500 | 38 | - |
| 10 | 11,000 | 19 | - |
| 5 | 3,000 | 9 | - |
Murkrow Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Murkrow from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Murkrow in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Murkrow. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Gold | Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bringmisfortune to all those who see it at night. |
| Silver | It is said that when chased, it lures its attackeronto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost. |
| Crystal | It hides any shiny object it finds in a secret location.MURKROW and MEOWTH loot one another's stashes. |
| Ruby, Sapphire | MURKROW was feared and loathed as the alleged bearer of ill fortune. This POKéMON shows strong interest inanything that sparkles or glitters. It will even try to steal rings from women. |
| Emerald | MURKROW were feared as the alleged bearers of ill fortune. It shows strong interest in anything that sparkles. It will even try to steal rings from women. |
| FireRed | It is said that when chased, it lures its attacker onto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost. |
| LeafGreen | Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night. |
| Diamond | It is believed that seeing this Pokémon at night will bring about ominous occurrences. |
| Pearl | It appears near travelers to lure them into deep forests. It is said to carry misfortune. |
| Platinum, Black, White | If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it, then lose the pursuer on mountain trails. |
| HeartGold | Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night. |
| SoulSilver | It is said that when chased, it lures its attacker onto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost. |
| Black 2, White 2 | If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it then lose the pursuer on mountain trails. |
| X | It hides any shiny object it finds in a secret location. Murkrow and Meowth loot one another’s stashes. |
| Y | Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night. |
| Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire | Murkrow was feared and loathed as the alleged bearer of ill fortune. This Pokémon shows strong interest in anything that sparkles or glitters. It will even try to steal rings from women. |
| Sun | They awaken at dusk and take wing in the twilight, leading to the expression, “Get home before the Murkrow fly.” |
| Moon | Seen as a symbol of bad luck, it’s generally disliked. Yet it gives presents—objects that sparkle or shine—to Trainers it’s close to. |
| Ultra Sun | It has a weakness for shiny things. It’s been known to sneak into the nests of Gabite—noted collectors of jewels—in search of treasure. |
| Ultra Moon | It searches for shiny things for its boss. Murkrow’s presence is said to be unlucky, so many people detest it. |
| Legends: Arceus | Widely shunned as a bearer of ill fortune. Upon crossing paths with this creature, I've been told one must chant ”Workrum, Workrum—bad luck, don't come” as a protective incantation. |
The best moves for Murkrow in Pokémon GO are Feint Attack and Foul Play. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 8.87 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 80.5.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Dark and Flying-type Pokémon are weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, and Rock-type moves. They take reduced damage from Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ground, and Psychic-type moves.
Murkrow’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1,562 CP and 1,766 CP at Level 50.
Murkrow can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Murkrow cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Murkrow: Mega Gyarados, Mega Houndoom, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Sableye, Mega Sharpedo, Mega Absol, Mega Greninja, Mega Malamar, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Dragonite, Mega Skarmory, Mega Salamence, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Staraptor.