Dugtrio
Dugtrio is a Ground type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Dugtrio has an Alolan Form, introduced in Pokémon Sun/Moon. In Scarlet/Violet a similar-looking Pokémon Wugtrio was discovered, however it is a separate species to Dugtrio.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0051 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ground |
| Species | Mole Pokémon |
| Height | 0.7 m (2′04″) |
| Weight | 33.3 kg (73.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Sand Veil 2. Arena Trap Sand Force (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0051 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0133 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0051 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0135 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0002 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0072 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0086 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0051 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0165 (Sword/Shield) 0149 (Scarlet/Violet) 0067 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 50 (6.5% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 149 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 35 | 180 | 274 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Defense | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Sp. Atk | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Sp. Def | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Speed | 120 | 220 | 372 | |
| Total | 425 | 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.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0051 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ground Steel |
| Species | Mole Pokémon |
| Height | 0.7 m (2′04″) |
| Weight | 66.6 kg (146.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Sand Veil 2. Tangling Hair Sand Force (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0051 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0133 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0051 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0135 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0002 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0072 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0086 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0051 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0165 (Sword/Shield) 0149 (Scarlet/Violet) 0067 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 50 (6.5% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 149 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 35 | 180 | 274 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Defense | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Atk | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Sp. Def | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Speed | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Total | 425 | 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
Dugtrio changes
- In Generation 1, Dugtrio has a base Special stat of 70.
- In Generations 1-6, Dugtrio has a base Attack of 80.
- In Generations 1-4, Dugtrio has a base experience yield of 153.
- In Generations 5-6, Dugtrio has a base experience yield of 142.
- In Generations 2-7, Dugtrio has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generation 7, Alolan Dugtrio has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Dugtrio
| Red Blue |
A team of DIGLETT triplets. It triggers huge earthquakes by burrowing 60 miles underground. |
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| Yellow | A team of triplets that can burrow over 60 MPH. Due to this, some people think it’s an earthquake. |
| Gold | Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow. |
| Silver | Extremely powerful, they can DIG through even the hardest ground to a depth of over 60 miles. |
| Crystal | These DIGLETT triplets dig over 60 miles below sea level. No one knows what it’s like underground. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
DUGTRIO are actually triplets that emerged from one body. As a result, each triplet thinks exactly like the other two triplets. They work cooperatively to burrow endlessly. |
| FireRed | In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction. |
| LeafGreen | A team of DIGLETT triplets. It triggers huge earthquakes by burrowing 60 miles underground. |
| Emerald | Because the triplets originally split from one body, they think exactly alike. They work cooperatively to burrow endlessly through the ground. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over 60 miles. |
| HeartGold | Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow. |
| SoulSilver | Extremely powerful, they can dig through even the hardest ground to a depth of over 60 miles. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over 60 miles. |
| X | In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction. |
| Y | Extremely powerful, they can dig through even the hardest ground to a depth of over 60 miles. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Dugtrio are actually triplets that emerged from one body. As a result, each triplet thinks exactly like the other two triplets. They work cooperatively to burrow endlessly. |
| Sun | This set of triplets moves cooperatively. It’s the power of teamwork that enables this Pokémon to dig to a depth of 60 miles. |
| Moon | Despite the closeness between this Pokémon and farmers and other people, no one has ever seen the parts of it concealed underground. |
| Ultra Sun | While the three of them normally get along splendidly, on rare occasions a huge fight will break out over which head gets to eat first. |
| Ultra Moon | Dugtrio’s heads are sleek and smooth and incredibly hard. It can dig through any soil with its headbutts. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
A team of triplets that can burrow to a depth of 60 miles. It’s reported that this triggers an earthquake. |
| Sword | A team of Diglett triplets. It triggers huge earthquakes by burrowing 60 miles underground. |
| Shield | These Diglett triplets dig over 60 miles below sea level. No one knows what it’s like underground. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over 60 miles. |
| Scarlet | Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow. |
| Violet | In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction. |
Alolan Dugtrio
| Sun | Its shining gold hair provides it with protection. It’s reputed that keeping any of its fallen hairs will bring bad luck. |
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| Moon | These Pokémon are cherished in the Alola region, where they are thought to be feminine deities of the land incarnate. |
| Ultra Sun | Its metallic whiskers are heavy, so it’s not very fast, but it has the power to dig through bedrock. |
| Ultra Moon | Its shining gold whiskers are advanced sensors that can detect vibrations from sounds several miles away. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
They’re referred to as triplets, but they’re not identical—the metallic elements in their bodies differ slightly. The proof shows in their whiskers! |
| Sword | Their beautiful, metallic whiskers create a sort of protective helmet on their heads, and they also function as highly precise sensors. |
| Shield | The three of them get along very well. Through their formidable teamwork, they defeat powerful opponents. |
Moves learned by Dugtrio
Moves learnt by level up
Dugtrio does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Dugtrio does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Dugtrio cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Dugtrio learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Astonish | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Sand Attack | Ground | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tri Attack | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 12 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 16 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 24 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 36 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 42 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 48 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 54 | Fissure | Ground | — | 30 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Astonish | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Metal Claw | Steel | 50 | 95 | |
| 1 | Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Sand Attack | Ground | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Tri Attack | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 12 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 16 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 24 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 30 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 36 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 42 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 48 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 54 | Fissure | Ground | — | 30 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Dugtrio learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Dugtrio learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Dugtrio gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| Final Gambit | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | |
| Memento | Dark | — | 100 |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| Final Gambit | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | |
| Memento | Dark | — | 100 | |
| Metal Sound | Steel | — | 85 | |
| Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Dugtrio is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Dugtrio sprites
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Where to find Dugtrio
Answers to Dugtrio questions
- What is a good moveset for Dugtrio?
- What is a good moveset for Alolan Dugtrio?
- Has the underground part of Diglett/Dugtrio been revealed?
- Will Jirachi be able to escape?
- Does Dig avoid Earthquake in Gen 1?
- Why does Dugtrio associate itself with stall much more than with hyper-offense?
- Why isn't Arena Trap working?
- How a Dugtrio can atack scratching moves?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Dugtrio |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ダグトリオ (Dugtrio) |
| German | Digdri |
| French | Triopikeur |
| Italian | Dugtrio |
| Spanish | Dugtrio |
| Korean | 닥트리오 (dakteurio) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 三地鼠 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 三地鼠 |
| English |
Mole Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | もぐらポケモン |
| German | Maulwurf-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Taupe |
| Italian | Pokémon Talpa |
| Spanish | Pokémon Topo |
| Korean | 두더지포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 鼹鼠宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 鼴鼠寶可夢 |
Name origin
- dug
- removed/excavated earth
- trio
- group of three things



