Sandshrew • Generation IV Pokédex
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Sandshrew
Sandshrew's Type
Sandshrew's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 27
- Galar #
- --
- Armor #
- 168
- Crown #
- --
Sandshrew's Base Stats
- HP:
- 50
- Attack:
- 75
- Defense:
- 85
- Sp. Atk:
- 20
- Sp. Def:
- 30
- Speed:
- 40
- Total:
- 300
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 2'0" (0.6m)
- Weight:
- 26.5 lbs. (12 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Field
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,000,000
- EV Yield:
- 1 Defense
- Base EXP:
- 60
- Catch Rate:
- 255
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Sandshrew's Abilities
Here are what abilities Sandshrew can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Sand Veil
- Raises Sandshrew's base evasion by 25% in a sandstorm. Prevents sandstorm damage to Sandshrew.
- Sand Rush
- Doubles Sandshrew's Speed while the weather is sandstorm. Prevents sandstorm damage to Sandshrew.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Sandshrew's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
- immune
Sandshrew's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Sandshrew 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.
Sandshrew's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Sandshrew'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 Sandshrew's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Sandshrew 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 Sandshrew 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 | 210 | 241 | 273 | 304 | 50 |
| Attack | 155 | 186 | 218 | 249 | 75 |
| Defense | 175 | 206 | 238 | 269 | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 45 | 76 | 108 | 139 | 20 |
| Sp. Def | 65 | 96 | 128 | 159 | 30 |
| Speed | 85 | 116 | 148 | 179 | 40 |
| Total | 300 | ||||
Where to Find Sandshrew
If you're looking for where to find Sandshrew, 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 Sandshrew in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Sandshrew in the Wild
Warm-up Tunnel
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Pokédex Entries for Sandshrew
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
To protect itself from attackers, it curls up into a ball. It lives in arid regions with minimal rainfall.
HeartGold
If it fell from a great height, this Pokémon could save itself by rolling into a ball and bouncing.
SoulSilver
Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball.
Generation 3 Pokédex Entries
Ruby
SANDSHREW's body is configured to absorb water without waste, enabling it to survive in an arid desert. This POKéMON curls up to protect itself from its enemies.
Sapphire
SANDSHREW has a very dry hide that is extremely tough. The POKéMON can roll into a ball that repels any attack. At night, it burrows into the desert sand to sleep.
Emerald
When it curls up in a ball, it can make any attack bounce off harmlessly. Its hide has turned tough and solid as a result of living in the desert.
FireRed
It burrows and lives underground. If threatened, it curls itself up into a ball for protection.
LeafGreen
Burrows deep underground in arid locations far from water. It only emerges to hunt for prey.
Generation 2 Pokédex Entries
Gold
If it fell from a great height, this POKéMON could save itself by rolling into a ball and bouncing.
Silver
Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball.
Crystal
It prefers dry, sandy places because it uses the sand to protect itself when threatened.
Generation 1 Pokédex Entries
Red
Blue
Burrows deep underground in arid locations far from water. It only emerges to hunt for food.
Yellow
Its body is dry. When it gets cold at night, its hide is said to become coated with a fine dew.