Zangoose

ZangooseNormal
  • partlyCloudy
Zangoose is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Zangoose is a Normal-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,418 CP and is weak to Fighting-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fury Cutter / Close Combat. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Zangoose Stats and Max CP

222 ATK
124 DEF
177 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2733 CP
Lvl 40
2418 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1727 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1381 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1036 CP

Zangoose's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
Great LeagueGreat League
Ultra LeagueUltra League

Zangoose Type Chart

Zangoose takes increased damage from:Zangoose takes increased damage from:

FightingFighting160.0%

Zangoose takes reduced damage from:Zangoose takes reduced damage from:

GhostGhost39.1%

Zangoose best moveset

Moves

Fury Cutter + Close Combat

Zangoose's best moveset is Fury Cutter and Close Combat, with 9.91 DPS (damage per second) and 139.0 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain and Cloudy weather.
1.BugFury CutterFightingClose Combat8.429.91139.0
2.GhostShadow ClawFightingClose Combat8.289.73136.6
3.GhostShadow ClawGroundDig8.259.70136.1
4.BugFury CutterGroundDig8.149.57134.3
5.GhostShadow ClawDarkNight Slash8.059.47132.9
6.BugFury CutterDarkNight Slash7.799.17128.6

Fast Attacks

  • BugFury Cutter480.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Fury Cutter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy8
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Fury Cutter has no special effects.
    See Fury Cutter details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Claw640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Claw
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.1s - 0.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Shadow Claw has no special effects.
    See Shadow Claw details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkNight Slash45332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Night Slash
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage50
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Night Slash has a 12.5% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Night Slash details page ↗
  • FightingClose Combat1051002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Close Combat
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.2s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Close Combat has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
    See Close Combat details page ↗
  • GroundDig100504.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dig
    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
    Duration4.5s
    Damage window2.6s - 4.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy50

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

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

Zangoose CP Chart

CP Chart

Zangoose reaches a maximum of 2,418 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,310–1,381 CP, rising to 1,638–1,727 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 983–1,036 CP.

Max CPMax CP2418 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch983 CP - 1036 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1310 CP - 1381 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1310 CP - 1381 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1638 CP - 1727 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 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 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 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 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 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

Zangoose Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
134 CP2107 CP3180 CP
4253 CP5326 CP6399 CP
7472 CP8545 CP9618 CP
10691 CP11760 CP12829 CP
13898 CP14967 CP151036 CP
161105 CP171174 CP181243 CP
191312 CP201381 CP211450 CP
221519 CP231589 CP241658 CP
251727 CP261796 CP271865 CP
281934 CP292003 CP302072 CP
312107 CP322141 CP332176 CP
342210 CP352245 CP362280 CP
372314 CP382349 CP392383 CP
402418 CP412448 CP422479 CP
432510 CP442542 CP452573 CP
462605 CP472637 CP482669 CP
492701 CP502733 CP

Pokédex information

Hoenn
Pokédex Number#335
Height1.3 m
Weight40.3 kg
RegionGeneration 3
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

Zangoose has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

Mega Pokémon that boost Zangoose

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Zangoose's Normal-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Zangoose.

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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 50520,000 Stardust304 Zangoose Candy296 Zangoose Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Zangoose Candy10 Zangoose Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Zangoose Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Zangoose Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Zangoose Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Zangoose Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Zangoose Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Zangoose Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Zangoose Candy-

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

Zangoose family

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

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Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
ZangooseZangooseZangooseScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmZangooseZangoose
0.64 m0.65 m1.3 m1.95 m2.28 m

Zangoose's height ranges from 0.64 m to 2.28 m, with the average being 1.3 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.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Zangoose in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.637 m0.65 m
2′01″2′02″
XS0.65 m1.3 m
2′02″4′03″
M0.975 m1.625 m
3′02″5′04″
XL1.625 m1.95 m
5′04″6′05″
XXL1.95 m2.275 m
6′05″7′06″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability20.0%
Attack Timer20s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

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Regular and Shiny Zangoose

Zangoose high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Zangoose. 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

Zangoose Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Zangoose Pokédex entries

Hoenn
VersionsPokédex entry
RubyMemories of battling its arch-rival SEVIPER are etched into every cell of ZANGOOSE’s body. This POKéMON adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility.
SapphireZANGOOSE usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This POKéMON shares a bitter rivalry with SEVIPER that dates back over generations.
EmeraldWhen it battles, it stands on its hind legs and attacks with its sharply clawed forelegs. Its fur bristles if it encounters any SEVIPER.
FireRed, LeafGreenIf it comes across a SEVIPER, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon.
Diamond, Pearl, PlatinumIt has feuded with SEVIPER for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons.
HeartGold, SoulSilverIts fur would all stand on end if it smelled a SEVIPER nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes.
Black, WhiteIt has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons.
Black 2, White 2It’s Seviper’s archrival. To threaten those it encounters, it fans out the claws on its front paws.
XIt has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons.
YIts fur would all stand on end if it smelled a Seviper nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes.
Omega RubyMemories of battling its archrival Seviper are etched into every cell of Zangoose’s body. This Pokémon adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility.
Alpha SapphireZangoose usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This Pokémon shares a bitter rivalry with Seviper that dates back over generations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Zangoose’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Normal-type Pokémon, Zangoose is weak to Fighting-type moves.

What are the best moves for Zangoose in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Zangoose in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and Close Combat. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 9.905 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 139.009.

How does Zangoose perform in Raids?

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

How does Zangoose rank as a Normal-type attacker?

Zangoose's performance as a Normal-type attacker is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

What Mega Pokémon boost Zangoose?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Zangoose: Mega Pidgeot, Mega Kangaskhan, Mega Lopunny, and Mega Audino.

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

Zangoose’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2418 CP and 2733 CP at Level 50.

Can Zangoose be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Zangoose can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Zangoose Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Zangoose cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.