Taillow
Taillow is a Normal/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0276 |
|---|---|
| Type | Normal Flying |
| Species | TinySwallow Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Guts Scrappy (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0025 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0019 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0025 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 200 (26.1% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 54 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Flying |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 40 | 190 | 284 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Defense | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Sp. Atk | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Sp. Def | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Speed | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Total | 270 | 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
Taillow changes
- In Generations 3-4, Taillow has a base experience yield of 59.
- In Generations 3-7, Taillow has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Ruby | TAILLOW courageously stands its ground against foes, however strong they may be. This gutsy POKéMON will remain defiant even after a loss. On the other hand, it cries loudly if it becomes hungry. |
|---|---|
| Sapphire | TAILLOW is young - it has only just left its nest. As a result, it sometimes becomes lonesome and cries at night. This POKéMON feeds on WURMPLE that live in forests. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
It dislikes cold seasons. They migrate to other lands in search of warmth, flying over 180 miles a day. |
| Emerald | Although it is small, it is very courageous. It will take on a larger SKARMORY on an equal footing. However, its will weakens if it becomes hungry. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It has a gutsy spirit that makes it bravely take on tough foes. It flies in search of warm climates. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
When it gets cold, they migrate, flying over 180 miles a day. It hunts for tasty prey. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It has a gutsy spirit that makes it bravely take on tough foes. It flies in search of warm climates. |
| X | It has a gutsy spirit that makes it bravely take on tough foes. It flies in search of warm climates. |
| Y | It dislikes cold seasons. They migrate to other lands in search of warmth, flying over 180 miles a day. |
| Omega Ruby | Taillow courageously stands its ground against foes, however strong they may be. This gutsy Pokémon will remain defiant even after a loss. On the other hand, it cries loudly if it becomes hungry. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Taillow is young—it has only just left its nest. As a result, it sometimes becomes lonesome and cries at night. This Pokémon feeds on Wurmple that live in forests. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It has a gutsy spirit that makes it bravely take on tough foes. It flies in search of warm climates. |
Moves learned by Taillow
Moves learnt by level up
Taillow does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Taillow does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Taillow cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Taillow learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Peck | Flying | 35 | 100 | |
| 5 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 9 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 13 | Wing Attack | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 17 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 21 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 25 | Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| 29 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 33 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 37 | Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 41 | Brave Bird | Flying | 120 | 100 | |
| 45 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 |
Egg moves
Taillow learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Taillow gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boomburst | Normal | 140 | 100 | |
| Brave Bird | Flying | 120 | 100 | |
| Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| Sky Attack | Flying | 140 | 90 | |
| Supersonic | Normal | — | 55 | |
| Whirlwind | Normal | — | — |
Moves learnt by TM
Taillow is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 40 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 47 | Steel Wing | Steel | 70 | 90 | |
| 51 | Roost | Flying | — | — | |
| 58 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 88 | Pluck | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 89 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 94 | Fly | Flying | 90 | 95 | |
| 97 | Defog | Flying | — | — |
Taillow sprites
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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| Normal |
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| Shiny |
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Where to find Taillow
| Ruby Sapphire |
Route 104, 115, 116, Petalburg Woods |
|---|---|
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Emerald | Route 104, 115, 116, Petalburg Woods |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Breed Swellow |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Cherrygrove City |
| Black White |
Breed Swellow |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Route 8 |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Route 104, 115, 116, Petalburg Woods |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Breed Swellow |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Breed Swellow |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Taillow questions
Other languages
| English | Taillow |
|---|---|
| Japanese | スバメ (Subame) |
| German | Schwalbini |
| French | Nirondelle |
| Italian | Taillow |
| Spanish | Taillow |
| Korean | 테일로 (teillo) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 傲骨燕 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 傲骨燕 |
| English |
TinySwallow Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | こツバメポケモン |
| German | Schwälblein-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Minirondel |
| Italian | Pokémon Rondinella |
| Spanish | Pokémon Pequebuche |
| Korean | 아기제비포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 幼燕宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 幼燕寶可夢 |
Name origin
- tail
- hindmost part of an animal
- swallow
- a species of bird

