Zangoose
Zangoose is a Normal type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0335 |
|---|---|
| Type | Normal |
| Species | Cat Ferret Pokémon |
| Height | 1.3 m (4′03″) |
| Weight | 40.3 kg (88.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Immunity Toxic Boost (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0123 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0186 (Black 2/White 2) 0005 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0128 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0217 (Scarlet/Violet) 0070 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 160 |
| Growth Rate | Erratic |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 73 | 256 | 350 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Defense | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Atk | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Def | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Speed | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Total | 458 | 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
- Zangoose does not evolve.
Zangoose changes
- In Generations 3-4, Zangoose has a base experience yield of 165.
- In Generations 3-7, Zangoose has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Ruby | Memories of battling its arch-rival SEVIPER are etched into every cell of ZANGOOSE’s body. This POKéMON adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility. |
|---|---|
| Sapphire | ZANGOOSE usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This POKéMON shares a bitter rivalry with SEVIPER that dates back over generations. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
If it comes across a SEVIPER, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon. |
| Emerald | When it battles, it stands on its hind legs and attacks with its sharply clawed forelegs. Its fur bristles if it encounters any SEVIPER. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It has feuded with SEVIPER for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Its fur would all stand on end if it smelled a SEVIPER nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes. |
| Black White |
It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
It’s Seviper’s archrival. To threaten those it encounters, it fans out the claws on its front paws. |
| X | It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
| Y | Its fur would all stand on end if it smelled a Seviper nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes. |
| Omega Ruby | Memories of battling its archrival Seviper are etched into every cell of Zangoose’s body. This Pokémon adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Zangoose usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This Pokémon shares a bitter rivalry with Seviper that dates back over generations. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its greatest weapons. |
| Scarlet | It’s Seviper’s archrival. To threaten those it encounters, it fans out the claws on its front paws. |
| Violet | If it comes across a Seviper, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon. |
Moves learned by Zangoose
Moves learnt by level up
Zangoose does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Zangoose does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Zangoose cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Zangoose learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 5 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 8 | Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| 12 | Metal Claw | Steel | 50 | 95 | |
| 15 | Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | |
| 19 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 22 | Power Trip | Dark | 20 | 100 | |
| 26 | Crush Claw | Normal | 75 | 95 | |
| 29 | False Swipe | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 33 | Switcheroo | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 36 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 40 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 43 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 47 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 50 | Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt by reminder
Zangoose learns the following extra moves when using the Remember Moves
feature in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
| Counter | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
| Disable | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Double Hit | Normal | 35 | 90 | |
| Double Kick | Fighting | 30 | 100 | |
| Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| Final Gambit | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| Flail | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Fury Swipes | Normal | 18 | 80 | |
| Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — |
Egg moves
Zangoose does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Zangoose is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Zangoose sprites
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Zangoose
| Ruby | Route 114 |
|---|---|
| Sapphire FireRed LeafGreen Emerald |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Route 208, 210 |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black White |
Route 11, Village Bridge |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Route 7, 11, Village Bridge |
| X Y |
Route 8 |
| Omega Ruby | Route 114 |
| Alpha Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond | Grassland Cave, Swampy Cave, Dazzling Cave, Sunlit Cavern, Stargleam Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern |
| Shining Pearl | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet |
South Province (Area Five) |
| Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available |
Answers to Zangoose questions
- What is a good moveset for Zangoose?
- Are there any other ways to power Zangoose?
- Does the Synchronize Ability work in Double Battles?
- What would happen if you had a zangoose and a seviper were in a double battle?
- Meditite, Lunatone and Zangoose on Emerald...?
- How did Seviper and Zangoose become rivals in the first place?
- Is it true there's going to be a Mega Slaking, a Mega Zangoose and a Mega Milotic?
- Persian, Clefable, or Zangoose?
- Does Zangoose get benefit from Toxic Orb?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Zangoose |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ザングース (Zangoose) |
| German | Sengo |
| French | Mangriff |
| Italian | Zangoose |
| Spanish | Zangoose |
| Korean | 쟝고 (jyanggo) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 猫鼬斩 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 貓鼬斬 |
| English |
Cat Ferret Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ネコイタチポケモン |
| German | Frettkatz-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Chat Furet |
| Italian | Pokémon Furogatto |
| Spanish | Pokémon Gato Hurón |
| Korean | 고양이족제비포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 猫鼬宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 貓鼬寶可夢 |
Name origin
- san
- Japanese for ‘cut down’
- mongoose
- weasel-like mammal