Pidgeotto #017

Pidgeotto overview

Pidgeotto, the Bird Pokémon, is a dual Normal and Flying type Pokémon registered at National Pokédex number 17.

It stands 1.1 m tall and weighs 30 kg, and it was first introduced in Generation I where it is typically found in Forest habitats.

This Pokémon is full of vitality. It constantly flies around its large territory in search of prey. Pidgeotto claims a large area as its own territory. This Pokémon flies around, patrolling its living space. If its territory is violated, it shows no mercy in thoroughly punishing the foe with its sharp claws. Very protective of its sprawling territorial area, this Pokémon will fiercely peck at any intruder.

Pidgeotto base stats

Pidgeotto has a base stat total of 349. Its highest base stat is Speed at 71.

Its stats are fairly balanced, leaning toward physical offense.

Pidgeotto base stats

Stat	Base value	Relative
HP	63
Attack	60
Defense	55
Sp. Attack	50
Sp. Defense	50
Speed	71
Total	349

Pidgeotto abilities

Pidgeotto can have one of two standard abilities: Keen Eye and Tangled Feet.

Its hidden ability, Big Pecks, is only available from special encounters and breeding.

Pidgeotto type matchups

Defensively, Pidgeotto takes super-effective damage from Rock, Electric and Ice moves.

It resists Bug and Grass attacks and is completely immune to Ghost and Ground moves.

Attacking type	Damage taken
Rock	×2
Electric	×2
Ice	×2
Bug	×0.5
Grass	×0.5
Ghost	×0 (immune)
Ground	×0 (immune)

Pidgeotto evolution

Pidgeotto belongs to a 3-stage evolution line: Pidgey → Pidgeotto (Level 18) → Pidgeot (Level 36).

Pidgeotto training and breeding

With a capture rate of 120, Pidgeotto is moderately difficult to catch and levels on the Medium Slow experience curve.

For breeding it belongs to the Flying egg group.

Early level-up moves include Gust, Quick Attack and Sand Attack, and it can learn 61 moves in total across all methods.

Level-up moves

Level	Move
1	Gust
1	Quick Attack
1	Sand Attack
1	Tackle
11	Mirror Move
15	Wing Attack
17	Roost
17	Whirlwind
22	Twister
27	Feather Dance
31	Agility
39	Air Slash

Frequently asked questions about Pidgeotto