Grubbin
Grubbin is a Bug type Pokémon introduced in Generation 7.
Grubbin relies on its sturdy jaw as a weapon in battle and as a tool for burrowing through the earth. Grubbin loves electricity, which is why it can be found near power plants and substations. By wrapping tree branches in the sticky threads that it spews from its mouth, Grubbin can swing around like an actor on suspension wires!
Grubbin evolves into Charjabug.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0736 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug |
| Species | Larva Pokémon |
| Height | 0.4 m (1′04″) |
| Weight | 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Swarm |
| Local № | 0027 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0034 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0016 (Sword/Shield) 0112 (The Teal Mask) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 255 (33.3% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 60 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 47 | 204 | 298 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 62 | 116 | 245 | |
| Defense | 45 | 85 | 207 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 45 | 85 | 207 | |
| Speed | 46 | 87 | 210 | |
| Total | 300 | 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
Grubbin changes
- In Generation 7, Grubbin has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Sun | Its strong jaw enables it to scrape trees and slurp out the sap. It normally lives underground. |
|---|---|
| Moon | They often gather near places frequented by electric Pokémon in order to avoid being attacked by bird Pokémon. |
| Ultra Sun | If you find its nest, you shouldn’t stick your hand inside. You’ll get bitten by an irritated Grubbin. |
| Ultra Moon | It spits a sticky thread to stop opponents in their tracks, and then it grabs them in its sharp, sturdy mandibles to take them down. |
| Sword | Its natural enemies, like Rookidee, may flee rather than risk getting caught in its large mandibles that can snap thick tree branches. |
| Shield | It uses its big jaws to dig nests into the forest floor, and it loves to feed on sweet tree sap. |
Moves learned by Grubbin
Moves learnt by level up
Grubbin does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Grubbin does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Grubbin cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Grubbin learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 1 | Vise Grip | Normal | 55 | 100 | |
| 5 | String Shot | Bug | — | 95 | |
| 10 | Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | |
| 15 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 21 | Spark | Electric | 65 | 100 | |
| 25 | Sticky Web | Bug | — | — | |
| 30 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 35 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 40 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 |
Egg moves
Grubbin learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Grubbin gen 9 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Grubbin is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 05 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Struggle Bug | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 21 | Pounce | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 23 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 35 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 48 | Volt Switch | Electric | 70 | 100 | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 55 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 75 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 82 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 83 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 105 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 108 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 126 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 132 | Baton Pass | Normal | — | — | |
| 136 | Electric Terrain | Electric | — | — | |
| 147 | Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 173 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 182 | Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | |
| 185 | Lunge | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 211 | Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 | |
| 219 | Skitter Smack | Bug | 70 | 90 |
Grubbin sprites
Where to find Grubbin
| Sun Moon |
Route 1, 4, 5, 6 |
|---|---|
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Route 1, 4, 5, 6, Blush Mountain |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Route 1, East Lake Axewell, Slumbering Weald, Dappled Grove, North Lake Miloch, Watchtower Ruins |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Grubbin questions
Other languages
| English | Grubbin |
|---|---|
| Japanese | アゴジムシ (Agojimushi) |
| German | Mabula |
| French | Larvibule |
| Italian | Grubbin |
| Spanish | Grubbin |
| Korean | 턱지충이 (teokjichungi) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 强颚鸡母虫 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 強顎雞母蟲 |
| English |
Larva Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ようちゅうポケモン |
| German | Larven-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Larve |
| Italian | Pokémon Coleolarva |
| Spanish | Pokémon Pupa |
| Korean | 유충포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 幼虫宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 幼蟲寶可夢 |
Name origin
- grub
- insect larva
- grubbing
- digging


