Fury Cutter + Megahorn
The best Bug-type moveset for Heracross is Fury Cutter and Megahorn (13.63 DPS, 285.1 TDO). In raids, Heracross ranks #24 among Bug-type attackers (B Tier).
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Heracross is a Bug- and Fighting-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. At level 50, Heracross has a maximum CP of 3,506. It is weak to Flying, Fairy, Fire, and Psychic-type attacks. The best raid moveset for Heracross is Fury Cutter and Megahorn.
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Raid Attacker
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Bug-type
Fighting-type
Great League
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Master League
Heracross takes increased damage from:
Flying256.0%
Fairy160.0%
Fire160.0%
Psychic160.0%
Heracross takes reduced damage from:Bug62.5%
Dark62.5%Fighting62.5%
Grass62.5%
Ground62.5%
| 1. | Fury Cutter | Megahorn | 12.21 | 13.63 | 285.1 |
| 2. | Counter | Megahorn | 12.08 | 13.49 | 282.2 |
| 3. | Counter | Close Combat | 11.66 | 13.02 | 272.4 |
| 4. | Counter | Upper Hand | 11.53 | 12.88 | 269.4 |
| 5. | Fury Cutter | Close Combat | 11.53 | 12.87 | 269.3 |
| 6. | Counter |  Earthquake | 11.37 | 12.70 | 265.7 |
| 7. | Fury Cutter | Upper Hand | 11.22 | 12.53 | 262.2 |
| 8. | Fury Cutter | Earthquake | 11.10 | 12.40 | 259.4 |
Fury Cutter
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8
0.5s
| Damage | 4 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 8 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.2s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 3 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 4 |
Struggle Bug15151.5s| Damage | 15 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 15 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.5s |
| Damage window | 1.2s - 1.5s |
| Damage | 9 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 8 |
Counter1391.0s| Damage | 13 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 9 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.8s - 1.0s |
| Damage | 8 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
Megahorn1051002.0s| Damage | 105 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.5s - 1.7s |
| Damage | 110 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 55 |
Close Combat1051002.5s| Damage | 105 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.5s |
| Damage window | 1.2s - 2.5s |
| Damage | 100 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
SpecialClose Combat has a 100.0% chance to:
Upper Hand50332.0s| Damage | 50 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 2.3s - 3.1s |
| Damage | 70 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 40 |
SpecialUpper Hand has a 30.0% chance to:
Earthquake1401003.5s| Damage | 140 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 2.6s - 3.4s |
| Damage | 120 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 65 |
Rock Blast50332.0s| Damage | 50 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.5s - 1.9s |
| Damage | 50 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 40 |
Rock Tomb65503.0s| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 2.0s - 2.8s |
| Damage | 75 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
SpecialRock Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:
The following chart shows Heracross's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Heracross'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 Heracross has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
At level 50, Heracross can reach 3,506 CP. The raid CP range is 1,693 to 1,772 without a weather boost or 2,116 to 2,215 with one. For Field and Special Research, the range is 1,269 to 1,329 CP.
 Max CP | 3506 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 1269 CP - 1329 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 1693 CP - 1772 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 1693 CP - 1772 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 2116 CP - 2215 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
Heracross 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 | 43 CP | 2 | 137 CP | 3 | 231 CP |
| 4 | 324 CP | 5 | 418 CP | 6 | 511 CP |
| 7 | 605 CP | 8 | 699 CP | 9 | 792 CP |
| 10 | 886 CP | 11 | 974 CP | 12 | 1063 CP |
| 13 | 1152 CP | 14 | 1240 CP | 15 | 1329 CP |
| 16 | 1417 CP | 17 | 1506 CP | 18 | 1595 CP |
| 19 | 1683 CP | 20 | 1772 CP | 21 | 1860 CP |
| 22 | 1949 CP | 23 | 2038 CP | 24 | 2126 CP |
| 25 | 2215 CP | 26 | 2303 CP | 27 | 2392 CP |
| 28 | 2481 CP | 29 | 2569 CP | 30 | 2658 CP |
| 31 | 2702 CP | 32 | 2747 CP | 33 | 2791 CP |
| 34 | 2835 CP | 35 | 2879 CP | 36 | 2924 CP |
| 37 | 2968 CP | 38 | 3012 CP | 39 | 3057 CP |
| 40 | 3101 CP | 41 | 3140 CP | 42 | 3180 CP |
| 43 | 3220 CP | 44 | 3260 CP | 45 | 3300 CP |
| 46 | 3341 CP | 47 | 3382 CP | 48 | 3423 CP |
| 49 | 3464 CP | 50 | 3506 CP |
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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Heracross's Bug and Fighting-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Heracross.
Bug FightingMega 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 | #214 |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Weight | 54 kg |
| Region | Generation 2 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Gender | ♂ 50% Male ♀ 50% Female |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 0% |
| Catch rewards |  3 100 |
| Additional Move Cost | 5050000 |
| Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy |  15 Mega Energy |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
 Heracross |
|  Mega Heracross |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Heracross in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Heracross
Mega HeracrossThe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| |  |  | |
| 0.74 m | 0.75 m | 1.5 m | 2.25 m | 2.63 m |
Heracross's height ranges from 0.735 m to 2.625 m, with the average being 1.5 m.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0.735 m2′05″ | 0.75 m2′06″ |
| XS | 0.75 m2′06″ | 1.125 m3′08″ |
| M | 1.125 m3′08″ | 1.875 m6′02″ |
| XL | 1.875 m6′02″ | 2.25 m7′05″ |
| XXL | 2.25 m7′05″ | 2.625 m8′07″ |
| LVL | Stardust | Candy |  Candy XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
Heracross Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Heracross 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 Heracross in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Heracross. 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 | This powerful POKéMON thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies then lifts and throws them. |
| Silver | Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn. |
| Crystal | With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw arou nd an object that is 100 times its own weight. |
| Ruby | HERACROSS charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe’s grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This POKéMON even has enough power to topple a massive tree. |
| Sapphire | HERACROSS has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the POKéMON a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn. |
| Emerald | They gather in forests seeking the sweet sap of trees. It is completely clad in a steel-hard shell. It is proud of its horn, which it uses to fling foes. |
| FireRed | Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn. |
| LeafGreen | This powerful POKéMON thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies, then lifts and throws them. |
| Diamond | It gathers in forests to search for tree sap, its favorite food. It’s strong enough to hurl foes. |
| Pearl | With powerful legs and claws, it generates enough power to hurl foes over great distances. |
| Platinum, Black, White | It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn. |
| HeartGold | This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies, then lifts and throws them. |
| SoulSilver | It is usually docile, but if it is disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn. |
| Black 2, White 2 | No matter how heavy its opponents, it flings them far away with its prized horn. |
| X | This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies’ bellies, then lifts and throws them. |
| Y | With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight. |
| Omega Ruby | Heracross charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe’s grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This Pokémon even has enough power to topple a massive tree. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Heracross has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the Pokémon a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn. |
| Ultra Sun | It’s proud of its thick horn. In Alola, its biggest rival is Vikavolt, which it’s always fighting with. |
| Ultra Moon | It roams through forests searching for sweet nectar. Although it boasts fantastic physical strength, it’s not that good at flying. |
| Sword | Heracross loves sweet sap and will go looking through forests for it. The Pokémon uses its two antennae to pick up scents as it searches. |
| Shield | This Pokémon takes pride in its strength, which allows it to lift things 100 times heavier than itself with no trouble at all. |
| Legends: Arceus | This Pokémon has an unparalleled horn. Heracross itself demonstrates tremendous power—it's capable of throwing several people trained in the traditional arts of war at once. |
The best moves for Heracross in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and Megahorn. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 13.63 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 285.1.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Bug and Fighting-type Pokémon are weak to Flying, Fairy, Fire, and Psychic-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type moves.
Heracross’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3,101 CP and 3,506 CP at Level 50.
Heracross can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Heracross cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Heracross: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Blaziken, Mega Medicham, Mega Staraptor, Mega Lopunny, Mega Lucario, Mega Gallade, Mega Chesnaught, and Mega Falinks.
Regular Heracross
Regular Heracross ♀
Shiny Heracross
Shiny Heracross ♀
