Yanmega
Yanmega is a Bug/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0469 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug Flying |
| Species | Ogre Darner Pokémon |
| Height | 1.9 m (6′03″) |
| Weight | 51.5 kg (113.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Speed Boost 2. Tinted Lens Frisk (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0184 (Platinum) 0102 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0287 (Black 2/White 2) 0088 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0106 (Legends: Arceus) 0004 (The Teal Mask) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 30 (3.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 180 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 86 | 282 | 376 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 76 | 141 | 276 | |
| Defense | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Sp. Atk | 116 | 213 | 364 | |
| Sp. Def | 56 | 105 | 232 | |
| Speed | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Total | 515 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Yanmega changes
- In Generation 4, Yanmega has a base experience yield of 198.
- In Generations 4-7, Yanmega has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Diamond Pearl |
By churning its wings, it creates shock waves that inflict critical internal injuries to foes. |
|---|---|
| Platinum | Its jaw power is incredible. It is adept at biting apart foes while flying by at high speed. |
| HeartGold | This six-legged Pokémon is easily capable of transporting an adult in flight. The wings on its tail help it stay balanced. |
| SoulSilver | The beat of its wings is so powerful that it accidentally dislodges full-grown trees when it takes off in flight. |
| Black White |
Its jaw power is incredible. It is adept at biting apart foes while flying by at high speed. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
It prefers to battle by biting apart foes’ heads instantly while flying by at high speed. |
| X Omega Ruby |
It prefers to battle by biting apart foes’ heads instantly while flying by at high speed. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
This six-legged Pokémon is easily capable of transporting an adult in flight. The wings on its tail help it stay balanced. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
By churning its wings, it creates shock waves that inflict critical internal injuries to foes. |
| Legends: Arceus | Extremely violent. When hunting, it wastes none of its energy, aiming only for prey’s most vulnerable spots. Any who manage to tame this Pokémon must be of incredible bravery. |
Moves learned by Yanmega
Moves learnt by level up
Yanmega does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Yanmega does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Yanmega cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Yanmega learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 1 | Bug Buzz | Bug | 90 | 100 | |
| 1 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 14 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 17 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 22 | Supersonic | Normal | — | 55 | |
| 27 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 30 | Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | |
| 33 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 38 | Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| 43 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 46 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 49 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 |
Moves learnt by reminder
Yanmega learns the following extra moves when using the Remember Moves
feature in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Egg moves
Yanmega does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Yanmega is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 06 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Struggle Bug | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 18 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 21 | Pounce | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 27 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 40 | Air Cutter | Flying | 60 | 95 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 49 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 60 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 65 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 88 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 95 | Leech Life | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 108 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 111 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 113 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 114 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 120 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 134 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 152 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 162 | Bug Buzz | Bug | 90 | 100 | |
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 168 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 182 | Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | |
| 185 | Lunge | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 191 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 197 | Dual Wingbeat | Flying | 40 | 90 | |
| 203 | Psych Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 204 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 219 | Skitter Smack | Bug | 70 | 90 | |
| 228 | Psychic Noise | Psychic | 75 | 100 |
Yanmega sprites
| Type | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Yanmega
| Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Yanma |
|---|---|
| Black White |
Evolve Yanma |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Route 3, Pinwheel Forest |
| X Y |
Evolve Yanma |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Ultra Space Wilds |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Droning Meadow, Heavenward Lookout |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Yanmega questions
- What is a good moveset for Yanmega?
- Why does Yanmega have an EV yield of 2AtK?
- Why can't yanmega learn fly?
- What is the best ability for an in-game Yanmega?
- What is an "Ogre Darner"?
- Is Yanmega good for Gen 4 OU?
- Is it worth it to use Yanmega in Pokemon Platinum?
- What will the ability of a Yanma with Compound Eyes be after it evolves?
- Yanmega or Galvantula?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Yanmega |
|---|---|
| Japanese | メガヤンマ (Megayanma) |
| German | Yanmega |
| French | Yanméga |
| Italian | Yanmega |
| Spanish | Yanmega |
| Korean | 메가자리 (megajari) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 远古巨蜓 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 遠古巨蜓 |
| English |
Ogre Darner Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | オニトンボポケモン |
| German | Agrion-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Libellogre |
| Italian | Pokémon Libellorco |
| Spanish | Pokémon Libélula |
| Korean | 깨비잠자리포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 勾蜓宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 勾蜓寶可夢 |
Name origin
- yanma
- Japanese for ‘large dragonfly’
- Meganeura
- an extinct species of insect

