Archeops
Archeops is a Rock/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0567 |
|---|---|
| Type | Rock Flying |
| Species | First Bird Pokémon |
| Height | 1.4 m (4′07″) |
| Weight | 32.0 kg (70.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Defeatist |
| Local № | 0073 (Black/White) 0129 (Black 2/White 2) 0193 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0240 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0150 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 177 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Flying, Water 3 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 30 (7,454–7,710 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 75 | 260 | 354 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 140 | 256 | 416 | |
| Defense | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Sp. Atk | 112 | 206 | 355 | |
| Sp. Def | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Speed | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Total | 567 | 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
Archeops changes
- In Generations 5-7, Archeops has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Black | They are intelligent and will cooperate to catch prey. From the ground, they use a running start to take flight. |
|---|---|
| White | It runs better than it flies. It catches prey by running at speeds comparable to those of an automobile. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
It runs better than it flies. It takes off into the sky by running at a speed of 25 mph. |
| X Omega Ruby |
They are intelligent and will cooperate to catch prey. From the ground, they use a running start to take flight. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
It runs better than it flies. It takes off into the sky by running at a speed of 25 mph. |
| Sun | Although apparently able to fly, they tended to run along the ground, averaging speeds of roughly 25 mph. |
| Moon | They hunted in flocks. When one Archeops had the prey cornered, another would swoop on it. |
| Ultra Sun | This ancient Pokémon’s plumage is delicate, so if anyone other than an experienced professional tries to restore it, they will fail. |
| Ultra Moon | Said to be an ancestor of bird Pokémon, the muscles it uses to flap its wings are still weak, so it needs a long runway in order to take off. |
| Sword | It needs a running start to take off. If Archeops wants to fly, it first needs to run nearly 25 mph, building speed over a course of about 2.5 miles. |
| Shield | Though capable of flight, Archeops was apparently better at hunting on the ground. |
Moves learned by Archeops
Moves learnt by level up
Archeops does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Archeops does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Archeops cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Archeops learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Rock Throw | Rock | 50 | 90 | |
| 1 | Wing Attack | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 9 | Dragon Breath | Dragon | 60 | 100 | |
| 12 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 15 | Pluck | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 18 | Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| 21 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 24 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 27 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 30 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 33 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 36 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 41 | Dragon Claw | Dragon | 80 | 100 | |
| 46 | Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 51 | Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 |
Egg moves
Archeops does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield.
Move Tutor moves
Archeops can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Wingbeat | Flying | 40 | 90 | |
| Lash Out | Dark | 75 | 100 | |
| Meteor Beam | Rock | 120 | 90 |
Moves learnt by TM
Archeops is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 | Fly | Flying | 90 | 95 | |
| 08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 22 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 30 | Steel Wing | Steel | 70 | 90 | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 32 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 40 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 48 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 52 | Bounce | Flying | 85 | 85 | |
| 54 | Rock Blast | Rock | 25 | 90 | |
| 56 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 58 | Assurance | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 65 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 78 | Acrobatics | Flying | 55 | 100 | |
| 81 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 95 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 |
Moves learnt by TR
Archeops is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 12 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 24 | Outrage | Dragon | 120 | 100 | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 31 | Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| 32 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 35 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 36 | Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 90 | |
| 37 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 47 | Dragon Claw | Dragon | 80 | 100 | |
| 62 | Dragon Pulse | Dragon | 85 | 100 | |
| 64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
| 67 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 69 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
| 75 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
| 76 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 83 | Ally Switch | Psychic | — | — |
Archeops sprites
Where to find Archeops
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Evolve Archen |
|---|---|
| X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Archen |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Archen |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Evolve Archen |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Archeops questions
- What is a good moveset for Archeops?
- Can I use Flying Gem with Acrobatics for 2 power boosts?
- Does white herb restore the stats lost by the ability Defeatist?
- Which fossil Pokemon: Carracosta or Archeops?
- When do you receive the fossil in Black/White?
- Is Archeops good ingame?
- Archeops or Hawlucha in Ultra Moon?
- What Smogon tier would Archeops be if it didn't have Defeatist?
- Is my archeops normal?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Archeops |
|---|---|
| Japanese | アーケオス (Archeos) |
| German | Aeropteryx |
| French | Aéroptéryx |
| Italian | Archeops |
| Spanish | Archeops |
| Korean | 아케오스 (akeoseu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 始祖大鸟 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 始祖大鳥 |
| English |
First Bird Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | さいこどりポケモン |
| German | Urzeitvogel-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Oisancien |
| Italian | Pokémon Paleouccello |
| Spanish | Pokémon Protopájaro |
| Korean | 최초새포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 远古鸟宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 遠古鳥寶可夢 |
Name origin
- archaeopteryx
- a reptile-like fossil bird

