Grubbin.
BST 300 · bug
Grubbin is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock and resists Grass, Fighting, Ground.
Grubbin base stats
BST 300 · ranges at level 100Grubbin weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typeGrubbin abilities
1 total · 0 hiddenGrubbin evolution line
3 stagesGrubbin evolves into Charjabug: level it up to 20 or higher. How to evolve Grubbin, every game
Best Grubbin moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerGrubbin moves
gen 9 · 48 moves · 10 level-up · 30 TM/HM · 5 egg · 3 tutorGrubbin Pokédex entries
2 generations · newest firstIts natural enemies, like Rookidee, may flee rather than risk getting caught in its large mandibles that can snap thick tree branches.
It uses its big jaws to dig nests into the forest floor, and it loves to feed on sweet tree sap.
Its strong jaw enables it to scrape trees and slurp out the sap. It normally lives underground.
They often gather near places frequented by electric Pokémon in order to avoid being attacked by bird Pokémon.
If you find its nest, you shouldn’t stick your hand inside. You’ll get bitten by an irritated Grubbin.
It spits a sticky thread to stop opponents in their tracks, and then it grabs them in its sharp, sturdy mandibles to take them down.
Grubbin species data
gen VII species · breeding and trainingAbout Grubbin
Grubbin is a Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 7 (Alola). Its natural enemies, like Rookidee, may flee rather than risk getting caught in its large mandibles that can snap thick tree branches. Grubbin stands 0.4 m (1'04") tall and weighs 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Grubbin base stats
Grubbin has a base stat total of 300, which is low, indicating a pre-evolution or utility-focused Pokémon. Its highest stat is Attack at 62 (average), while its lowest is Defense at 45 (below average). Grubbin is slow with a base Speed of 46.
Grubbin weaknesses and resistances
As a Bug-type, Grubbin is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves, resists Grass, Fighting, Ground-type attacks. This gives Grubbin 3 weaknesses, 3 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Grubbin abilities
Grubbin's abilities include Swarm. Swarm strengthens bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Grubbin moves and learnset
Grubbin can learn 48 moves in Generation 9, including 10 by leveling up, 30 via TM/HM, 5 through breeding, and 3 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include X Scissor (Bug, 80 power), Lunge (Bug, 80 power), Skitter Smack (Bug, 70 power), Bug Bite (Bug, 60 power). For coverage, Grubbin can learn Take Down (Normal), Thunderbolt (Electric), Wild Charge (Electric).
Training Grubbin
Grubbin has a capture rate of 255 (100.0%), making it relatively easy to catch. Defeating Grubbin yields 1 Attack EV. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 4,096 steps to hatch from an Egg. Grubbin belongs to the Bug egg group. Grubbin is part of a 3-stage evolution line (Grubbin → Charjabug → Vikavolt).
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Grubbin. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Grubbin, or use the team builder to see how Grubbin fits into your squad.
