Shadow Nidoqueen is a Poison and Ground-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,488 CP and is weak to Ground, Ice, Psychic, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Mud-Slap / Earth Power. It is boosted by Cloudy and Sunny weather. Its shiny form is available.
Shadow Nidoqueen takes increased damage from:
Ground160.0%
Ice160.0%
Psychic160.0%
Water160.0%
Shadow Nidoqueen takes reduced damage from:
Electric39.1%
Poison39.1%
Bug62.5%
Fairy62.5%
Fighting62.5%
Rock62.5%
| 1. | Poison Jab | Earth Power | 11.71 | 13.27 | 242.5 |
| 2. | Mud-Slap | Earth Power | 11.39 | 12.92 | 236.1 |
| 3. | Poison Jab | Earthquake | 11.37 | 12.89 | 235.6 |
| 4. | Poison Sting | Earth Power | 11.07 | 12.55 | 229.4 |
| 5. | Mud-Slap | Earthquake | 10.91 | 12.37 | 226.1 |
| 6. |  Bite | Earth Power | 10.77 | 12.22 | 223.3 |
| 7. | Poison Sting | Earthquake | 10.54 | 11.96 | 218.5 |
| 8. | Poison Jab | Sludge Wave | 10.41 | 11.81 | 215.8 |
Bite
6
4
0.5s
| Damage | 6 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 4 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.3s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 2 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 4 |
Mud-Slap19131.5s| Damage | 19 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 13 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.5s |
| Damage window | 1.3s - 1.4s |
| Damage | 11 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 10 |
Poison Jab1391.0s| Damage | 13 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 9 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.4s - 1.0s |
| Damage | 7 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 7 |
Poison Sting460.5s| Damage | 4 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.3s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 4 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 9 |
Earth Power100503.5s| Damage | 100 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 2.6s - 3.3s |
| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
SpecialEarth Power has a 10.0% 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 |
Frustration10332.0s| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.0s - 1.8s |
| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 70 |
Poison Fang30331.5s| Damage | 30 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.5s |
| Damage window | 0.7s - 1.2s |
| Damage | 50 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 40 |
SpecialPoison Fang has a 100.0% chance to:
Sludge Wave1051003.0s| Damage | 105 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 1.8s - 2.8s |
| Damage | 110 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 65 |
Stone Edge1051002.5s| Damage | 105 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.5s |
| Damage window | 0.9s - 2.3s |
| Damage | 100 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 55 |
The following chart shows Shadow Nidoqueen's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Nidoqueen'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 Nidoqueen has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Shadow Nidoqueen reaches a maximum of 2,488 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,296–1,421 CP, rising to 1,620–1,777 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,013–1,066 CP.
 Max CP | 2488 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 1013 CP - 1066 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 1351 CP - 1421 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 1296 CP - 1421 CP |
| Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs | |
| 1620 CP - 1777 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs |
Shadow Nidoqueen 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 | 35 CP | 2 | 110 CP | 3 | 185 CP |
| 4 | 260 CP | 5 | 335 CP | 6 | 410 CP |
| 7 | 485 CP | 8 | 560 CP | 9 | 636 CP |
| 10 | 711 CP | 11 | 782 CP | 12 | 853 CP |
| 13 | 924 CP | 14 | 995 CP | 15 | 1066 CP |
| 16 | 1137 CP | 17 | 1208 CP | 18 | 1279 CP |
| 19 | 1350 CP | 20 | 1421 CP | 21 | 1492 CP |
| 22 | 1563 CP | 23 | 1635 CP | 24 | 1706 CP |
| 25 | 1777 CP | 26 | 1848 CP | 27 | 1919 CP |
| 28 | 1990 CP | 29 | 2061 CP | 30 | 2132 CP |
| 31 | 2168 CP | 32 | 2203 CP | 33 | 2239 CP |
| 34 | 2274 CP | 35 | 2310 CP | 36 | 2346 CP |
| 37 | 2381 CP | 38 | 2417 CP | 39 | 2452 CP |
| 40 | 2488 CP | 41 | 2519 CP | 42 | 2551 CP |
| 43 | 2583 CP | 44 | 2615 CP | 45 | 2648 CP |
| 46 | 2680 CP | 47 | 2713 CP | 48 | 2746 CP |
| 49 | 2779 CP | 50 | 2812 CP |
More information
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Nidoqueen's Poison and Ground-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Nidoqueen.
Poison GroundMega 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 | #31 |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.3 m |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Region | Generation 1 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Gender | ♀ 100% Female |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 5% |
| Catch rewards |  10 500 |
| Additional Move Cost | 5050000 |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Nidoqueen in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
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Nidorina
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Shadow Nidoran♀
Shadow Nidorina
Shadow Nidoqueen| Purification cost | 3 Candy |
|---|---|
| 3000 Stardust | |
| Shadow Charged Attack | Frustration |
| Purified Charged Attack | Return |
No size information available for this Pokémon
| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 14s |
| Jump Time | 1s |
| Attack Probability | 70.0% |
| Attack Timer | 5s |
| Dodge Probability | 20.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
| LVL | Stardust | Candy |  Candy XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 624,000 | 406 | 360 |
| 40 | 336,000 | 406 | 12 |
| 35 | 228,000 | 274 | - |
| 30 | 150,000 | 185 | - |
| 25 | 96,000 | 136 | - |
| 20 | 57,000 | 97 | - |
| 15 | 30,600 | 67 | - |
| 10 | 13,200 | 38 | - |
| 5 | 3,600 | 18 | - |
Shadow Nidoqueen Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Nidoqueen 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 Nidoqueen in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Nidoqueen. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.
A list of Shadow Nidoqueen costumes available in Pokémon GO.
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Red, Blue | Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves. |
| Yellow | Tough scales cover the sturdy body of this POKéMON. It appears that the scales grow in cycles. |
| Gold | Its body is cover ed with needle- like scales. It never shows signs of shrinking from any attack. |
| Silver | It uses its scaly, rugged body to seal the entrance of its nest and protect its young from predators. |
| Crystal | The hard scales that cover its strong body serve as excellent protection from any attack. |
| Ruby, Sapphire | NIDOQUEEN’s body is encased in extremely hard scales. It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles. This POKéMON is at its strongest when it is defending its young. |
| Emerald | It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles using its tough, scaly body. This POKéMON is at its strongest when it is defending its young. |
| FireRed | The body is covered by stiff, needle- like scales. If it becomes excited, the needles bristle outwards. |
| LeafGreen | Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves. |
| Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2 | Its entire body is armored with hard scales. It will protect the young in its burrow with its life. |
| HeartGold | Its body is covered with needle-like scales. It never shows signs of shrinking from any attack. |
| SoulSilver | It uses its scaly, rugged body to seal the entrance of its nest and protect its young from predators. |
| X | It uses its scaly, rugged body to seal the entrance of its nest and protect its young from predators. |
| Y | The body is covered by stiff, needlelike scales. If it becomes excited, the needles bristle outwards. |
| Omega Ruby | Nidoqueen’s body is encased in extremely hard scales. It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles. This Pokémon is at its strongest when it is defending its young. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Nidoqueen’s body is encased in extremely hard scales. It is adept at sending foes flying with harsh tackles. This Pokémon is at its strongest when it is defending its young. |
| Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee! | Tough scales cover the sturdy body of this Pokémon. It appears that the scales grow in cycles. |
| Sword | Nidoqueen is better at defense than offense. With scales like armor, this Pokémon will shield its children from any kind of attack. |
| Shield | It pacifies offspring by placing them in the gaps between the spines on its back. The spines will never secrete poison while young are present. |
The best moves for Shadow Nidoqueen in Pokémon GO are Mud-Slap and Earth Power. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.92 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 236.1.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Poison and Ground-type Pokémon are weak to Ground, Ice, Psychic, and Water-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Rock, Electric, and Poison-type moves.
Shadow Nidoqueen’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2,488 CP and 2,812 CP at Level 50.
Shadow Nidoqueen can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Shadow Nidoqueen cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Nidoqueen: Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, Mega Victreebel, Mega Gengar, Mega Steelix, Mega Swampert, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, and Mega Garchomp.
Regular Shadow Nidoqueen
Shiny Shadow Nidoqueen
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