Poliwhirl • Unova Pokédex
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Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl's Type
Poliwhirl's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 61
- Galar #
- --
- Armor #
- 143
- Crown #
- --
Poliwhirl's Base Stats
- HP:
- 65
- Attack:
- 65
- Defense:
- 65
- Sp. Atk:
- 50
- Sp. Def:
- 50
- Speed:
- 90
- Total:
- 385
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 3'3" (1m)
- Weight:
- 44.1 lbs. (20 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Water 1
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,059,680
- EV Yield:
- 2 Speed
- Base EXP:
- 135
- Catch Rate:
- 120
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Poliwhirl's Abilities
Here are what abilities Poliwhirl can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Water Absorb
- Water-type moves targeting Poliwhirl do no damage, lose their effect, and heal Poliwhirl by 25% of its max HP instead.
- Damp
- Prevents all effects of Self-Destruct, Explosion, and Aftermath while Poliwhirl is on the field.
- Swift Swim
- Doubles Poliwhirl's Speed while the weather is rainy.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Poliwhirl's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
Poliwhirl's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Poliwhirl can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.
Poliwhirl's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Poliwhirl's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Poliwhirl's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Poliwhirl is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Poliwhirl is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
| Stats at level 100 |
0 EVs | 252+ EVs | Base Stat | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | Min | Max | ||
| HP | 240 | 271 | 303 | 334 | 65 |
| Attack | 135 | 166 | 198 | 229 | 65 |
| Defense | 135 | 166 | 198 | 229 | 65 |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 136 | 168 | 199 | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 105 | 136 | 168 | 199 | 50 |
| Speed | 185 | 216 | 248 | 279 | 90 |
| Total | 385 | ||||
Where to Find Poliwhirl
If you're looking for where to find Poliwhirl, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Poliwhirl in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Getting Poliwhirl By Evolution
Evolves from Poliwag at level 25.
Pokédex Entries for Poliwhirl
Generation 5 Pokédex Entries
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
The spiral pattern on its belly subtly undulates. Staring at it gradually causes drowsiness.
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
The spiral pattern on its belly subtly undulates. Staring at it gradually causes drowsiness.
HeartGold
The swirl on its belly subtly undulates. Staring at it may gradually cause drowsiness.
SoulSilver
The skin on most of its body is moist. However, the skin on its belly spiral feels smooth.
Generation 3 Pokédex Entries
Ruby
Sapphire
The surface of POLIWHIRL's body is always wet and slick with an oily fluid. Because of this greasy covering, it can easily slip and slide out of the clutches of any enemy in battle.
Emerald
Its body surface is always wet and slick with an oily fluid. Because of this greasy covering, it can easily slip and slide out of the clutches of any enemy in battle.
FireRed
Its two legs are well developed. Even though it can live on the ground, it prefers living in water.
LeafGreen
It can live in or out of water. When out of water, it constantly sweats to keep its body slimy.
Generation 2 Pokédex Entries
Gold
The swirl on its belly subtly undulates. Staring at it may gradually cause drowsiness.
Silver
The skin on most of its body is moist. However, the skin on its belly spiral feels smooth.
Crystal
Though it is skilled at walking, it prefers to live underwater where there is less danger.
Generation 1 Pokédex Entries
Red
Blue
Capable of living in or out of water. When out of water, it sweats to keep its body slimy.
Yellow
Under attack, it uses its belly spiral to put the foe to sleep. It then makes its escape.