Gumshoos
Gumshoos is a Normal type Pokémon introduced in Generation 7.
Gumshoos' method of targeting prey is the exact opposite of Yungoos's strategy. While Yungoos prowls around, Gumshoos stakes out its prey's usual routes and waits patiently for it to come by.
Gumshoos has a tenacious personality, which is why it targets one prey for so long without wavering. But when the sun goes down, it runs low on stamina, falling asleep right on the spot. Gumshoos can withstand a great deal of hunger. It's able to stay perfectly still while waiting for its prey, keeping watch without eating a thing.
Gumshoos evolves from Yungoos.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0735 |
|---|---|
| Type | Normal |
| Species | Stakeout Pokémon |
| Height | 0.7 m (2′04″) |
| Weight | 14.2 kg (31.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Strong Jaw 2. Stakeout Adaptability (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0014 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0014 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0028 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 127 (16.6% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 146 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 88 | 286 | 380 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Defense | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Speed | 45 | 85 | 207 | |
| Total | 418 | 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
Gumshoos changes
- In Generation 7, Gumshoos has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Sun | When it finds a trace of its prey, it patiently stakes out the location...but it’s always snoozing by nightfall. |
|---|---|
| Moon | It adores having Rattata and Raticate for dinner, but as it’s diurnal, it never encounters them. This Pokémon boasts incredible patience. |
| Ultra Sun | Although it wasn’t originally found in Alola, this Pokémon was brought over a long time ago when there was a huge Rattata outbreak. |
| Ultra Moon | Patient by nature, this Pokémon loses control of itself and pounces when it spots its favorite meal—Rattata! |
| Scarlet | Once it finds signs of prey, it will patiently stake out the location, waiting until the sun goes down. |
| Violet | Gumshoos specializes in relentlessly tracking down prey. The simple-minded Skwovet doesn’t seem to provide Gumshoos enough challenge. |
Moves learned by Gumshoos
Moves learnt by level up
Gumshoos does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Gumshoos does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Gumshoos cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Gumshoos learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
| 1 | Sand Attack | Ground | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 13 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 19 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 23 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 27 | Super Fang | Normal | — | 90 | |
| 31 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 35 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 39 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 43 | Yawn | Normal | — | — | |
| 47 | Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 52 | Rest | Psychic | — | — |
Egg moves
Gumshoos learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Gumshoos gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| Last Resort | Normal | 140 | 100 | |
| Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 |
Moves learnt by TM
Gumshoos is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Gumshoos sprites
Where to find Gumshoos
Answers to Gumshoos questions
Other languages
| English | Gumshoos |
|---|---|
| Japanese | デカグース (Dekagoose) |
| German | Manguspektor |
| French | Argouste |
| Italian | Gumshoos |
| Spanish | Gumshoos |
| Korean | 형사구스 (hyeongsaguseu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 猫鼬探长 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 貓鼬探長 |
| English |
Stakeout Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | はりこみポケモン |
| German | Beschattungs-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Filature |
| Italian | Pokémon Sorveglianza |
| Spanish | Pokémon Vigilante |
| Korean | 잠복포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 蹲守宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 監視寶可夢 |
Name origin
- gumshoe
- slang for ‘detective’
- mongoose
- weasel-like mammal

