Water Gun + Water Pulse
Clamperl's best Water-type moveset is Water Gun / Water Pulse, with 6.32 DPS and 62.5 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Clamperl ranks #221 (F Tier) as a Water attacker with that moveset.
Clamperl is a Water-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,270 CP and is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Water Gun / Water Pulse. It is boosted by Rain weather. Its shiny form is available.
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Clamperl takes increased damage from:
Electric160.0%
Grass160.0%
Clamperl takes reduced damage from:
Fire62.5%
Ice62.5%
Steel62.5%
Water62.5%
Water Gun
5
5
0.5s
| Damage | 5 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 5 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.3s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 3 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 3 |
Ice Beam95503.5s| Damage | 95 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
|
| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 1.5s - 3.0s |
| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 55 |
Body Slam50332.0s| Damage | 50 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.3s - 1.8s |
| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 40 |
Water Pulse65503.0s| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 2.0s - 2.7s |
| Damage | 80 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
The following chart shows Clamperl's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Clamperl'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 Clamperl has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Clamperl reaches a maximum of 1,270 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 675–726 CP, rising to 845–907 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 507–544 CP.
 Max CP | 1270 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 507 CP - 544 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 675 CP - 726 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 675 CP - 726 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 845 CP - 907 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
Clamperl 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 | 17 CP | 2 | 56 CP | 3 | 94 CP |
| 4 | 133 CP | 5 | 171 CP | 6 | 209 CP |
| 7 | 248 CP | 8 | 286 CP | 9 | 324 CP |
| 10 | 363 CP | 11 | 399 CP | 12 | 435 CP |
| 13 | 472 CP | 14 | 508 CP | 15 | 544 CP |
| 16 | 580 CP | 17 | 617 CP | 18 | 653 CP |
| 19 | 689 CP | 20 | 726 CP | 21 | 762 CP |
| 22 | 798 CP | 23 | 835 CP | 24 | 871 CP |
| 25 | 907 CP | 26 | 944 CP | 27 | 980 CP |
| 28 | 1016 CP | 29 | 1053 CP | 30 | 1089 CP |
| 31 | 1107 CP | 32 | 1125 CP | 33 | 1143 CP |
| 34 | 1161 CP | 35 | 1180 CP | 36 | 1198 CP |
| 37 | 1216 CP | 38 | 1234 CP | 39 | 1252 CP |
| 40 | 1270 CP | 41 | 1286 CP | 42 | 1303 CP |
| 43 | 1319 CP | 44 | 1335 CP | 45 | 1352 CP |
| 46 | 1369 CP | 47 | 1385 CP | 48 | 1402 CP |
| 49 | 1419 CP | 50 | 1436 CP |
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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Clamperl's Water-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Clamperl.
WaterMega 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 | #366 |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.41 m |
| Weight | 52.5 kg |
| Region | Generation 3 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| 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 |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Clamperl in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Clamperl
Huntail
GorebyssClamperl's height ranges from 0.2 m to 0.82 m, with the average being 0.41 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | |  |  | |
| 0.2 m | 0.21 m | 0.41 m | 0.62 m | 0.82 m |
This table shows the size bounds of Clamperl in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0.2009 m | 0.205 m |
| 0′08″ | 0′08″ | |
| XS | 0.205 m | 0.41 m |
| 0′08″ | 1′04″ | |
| M | 0.3075 m | 0.5125 m |
| 1′00″ | 1′08″ | |
| XL | 0.5125 m | 0.615 m |
| 1′08″ | 2′00″ | |
| XXL | 0.615 m | 0.82 m |
| 2′00″ | 2′08″ |
| Movement type | |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 11s |
| Jump Time | 2s |
| Attack Probability | 10.0% |
| Attack Timer | 20s |
| Dodge Probability | 0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
| 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 | - |
Clamperl Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Clamperl 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 Clamperl in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Clamperl. 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 |
|---|---|
| Ruby | CLAMPERL’s sturdy shell is not only good for protection - it is also used for clamping and catching prey. A fully grown CLAMPERL’s shell will be scored with nicks and scratches all over. |
| Sapphire | CLAMPERL grows while being protected by its rock-hard shell. When its body becomes too large to fit inside the shell, it is sure evidence that this POKéMON is getting close to evolution. |
| Emerald | A CLAMPERL slams its shell closed on prey to prevent escape. The pearl it creates upon evolution is said to be infused with a mysterious energy. |
| FireRed, LeafGreen | It is protected by a sturdy shell. Once in a lifetime, it makes a magnificent pearl. |
| Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2 | It makes a single pearl during its lifetime. The pearl is said to amplify psychic power. |
| HeartGold, SoulSilver | When it evolves, it makes a mysterious pearl that amplifies psychic powers when it’s held. |
| X | When it evolves, it makes a mysterious pearl that amplifies psychic powers when it’s held. |
| Y | It is protected by a sturdy shell. Once in a lifetime, it makes a magnificent pearl. |
| Omega Ruby | Clamperl’s sturdy shell is not only good for protection—it is also used for clamping and catching prey. A fully grown Clamperl’s shell will be scored with nicks and scratches all over. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Clamperl grows while being protected by its rock-hard shell. When its body becomes too large to fit inside the shell, it is sure evidence that this Pokémon is getting close to evolution. |
| Ultra Sun | Despite its appearance, it’s carnivorous. It clamps down on its prey with both sides of its shell and doesn’t let go until they stop moving. |
| Ultra Moon | Clamperl’s pearls are exceedingly precious. They can be more than 10 times as costly as Shellder’s pearls. |
The best moves for Clamperl in Pokémon GO are Water Gun and Water Pulse. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 6.32 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 62.5.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Water-type Pokémon are weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. They take reduced damage from Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water-type moves.
Clamperl’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1,270 CP and 1,436 CP at Level 50.
Clamperl can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Clamperl cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Clamperl: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, and Mega Greninja.
Regular Clamperl
Shiny Clamperl
