Zangoose.
BST 458 · normal
Zangoose is weak to Fighting and is immune to Ghost.
Zangoose base stats
BST 458 · ranges at level 100Zangoose weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typeZangoose abilities
2 total · 1 hiddenBest Zangoose moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerZangoose moves
gen 9 · 116 moves · 18 level-up · 64 TM/HM · 14 egg · 20 tutorZangoose Pokédex entries
4 generations · newest firstIt has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons.
Its fur would all stand on end if it smelled a Seviper nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes.
Memories of battling its archrival Seviper are etched into every cell of Zangoose’s body. This Pokémon adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility.
Zangoose 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.
It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons.
It’s Seviper’s archrival. To threaten those it encounters, it fans out the claws on its front paws.
It has feuded with SEVIPER for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons.
Its fur would all stand on end if it smelled a SEVIPER nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes.
Memories of battling its arch-rival SEVIPER are etched into every cell of ZANGOOSE’s body. This POKéMON adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility.
ZANGOOSE 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.
When it battles, it stands on its hind legs and attacks with its sharply clawed forelegs. Its fur bristles if it encounters any SEVIPER.
If it comes across a SEVIPER, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon.
Zangoose species data
gen III species · breeding and trainingAbout Zangoose
Zangoose is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3 (Hoenn). It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. Zangoose stands 1.3 m (4'03") tall and weighs 40.3 kg (88.8 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Zangoose base stats
Zangoose has a base stat total of 458, which is moderate, typical of a fully-evolved Pokémon. Its highest stat is Attack at 115 (very good), while its lowest is Defense at 60 (average). Zangoose excels as a physical attacker. Zangoose is moderately fast with a base Speed of 90.
Zangoose weaknesses and resistances
As a Normal-type, Zangoose is weak to Fighting-type moves, , and is completely immune to Ghost-type moves. This gives Zangoose 1 weakness, 0 resistances, and 1 immunity.
Zangoose abilities
Zangoose's abilities include Immunity, Toxic Boost. Immunity prevents poison. Its Hidden Ability is Toxic Boost, which increases Attack to 1.5× when poisoned.
Zangoose moves and learnset
Zangoose can learn 116 moves in Generation 9, including 18 by leveling up, 64 via TM/HM, 14 through breeding, and 20 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Giga Impact (Normal, 150 power), Hyper Beam (Normal, 150 power), Double Edge (Normal, 120 power), Take Down (Normal, 90 power). For coverage, Zangoose can learn Focus Punch (Fighting), Close Combat (Fighting), Focus Blast (Fighting).
Training Zangoose
Zangoose has a moderate capture rate of 90 (35.3%), meaning it may take a few attempts to catch. Defeating Zangoose yields 2 Attack EVs. It has a slow then very fast growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Zangoose belongs to the Ground egg group. Wild Zangoose may be found holding Quick Claw or Silk Scarf.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Zangoose. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Zangoose, or use the team builder to see how Zangoose fits into your squad.
