Staraptor

Contents
Info
Base stats
Evolution chart
Pokédex entries
Moves learned
Sprites
Locations
Language

Staraptor is a Normal/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4. It is known as the Predator Pokémon.

Pokédex data

National №	398
Type	Normal Flying
Species	Predator Pokémon
Height	1.2 m (3′11″)
Weight	24.9 kg (54.9 lbs)
Abilities	1. Intimidate Reckless (hidden ability)
Local №	012 (Diamond/Pearl) 012 (Platinum) 101 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 012 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 014 (Legends: Arceus)

Training

EV yield	3 Attack
Catch rate	45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP)
Base Friendship	50 (normal)
Base Exp.	218
Growth Rate	Medium Slow

Breeding

Egg Groups	Flying
Gender	50% male, 50% female
Egg cycles	15 (3,599–3,855 steps)

Base stats

HP	85	280	374
Attack	120	220	372
Defense	70	130	262
Sp. Atk	50	94	218
Sp. Def	60	112	240
Speed	100	184	328
Total	485	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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Staraptor.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
			2	½	2			0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
		½	2	0

Evolution chart

#396
Starly
Normal · Flying

(Level 14)

#397
Staravia
Normal · Flying

(Level 34)

#398
Staraptor
Normal · Flying

Staraptor changes

In Generations 4-5, Staraptor has a base Special Defense of 50.
In Generation 4, Staraptor has a base experience yield of 172.
In Generation 5, Staraptor has a base experience yield of 214.
In Generations 4-7, Staraptor has a base Friendship value of 70.

Pokédex entries

Diamond	It has a savage nature. It will courageously challenge foes that are much larger.
Pearl	The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon.
Platinum	It never stops attacking even if it is injured. It fusses over the shape of its comb.
HeartGold SoulSilver	When STARAVIA evolve into STARAPTOR, they leave the flock to live alone. They have sturdy wings.
Black White Black 2 White 2	It never stops attacking even if it is injured. It fusses over the shape of its comb.
X Omega Ruby	The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon.
Y Alpha Sapphire	When Staravia evolve into Staraptor, they leave the flock to live alone. They have sturdy wings.
Brilliant Diamond	It has a savage nature. It will courageously challenge foes that are much larger than itself.
Shining Pearl	The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon.
Legends: Arceus	It has left the flock, having gained strength enough to survive on its own. The astounding force with which Staraptor flies through the air allows it to carry away large, burly targets.

Moves learned by Staraptor

In other generations
4
5
6
7
8

Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus

Moves learnt by level up

Staraptor learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
1	Close Combat	Fighting	120	100
1	Growl	Normal	—	100
1	Quick Attack	Normal	40	100
1	Tackle	Normal	40	100
1	Wing Attack	Flying	60	100
5	Quick Attack	Normal	40	100
9	Wing Attack	Flying	60	100
13	Double Team	Normal	—	—
18	Endeavor	Normal	—	100
23	Whirlwind	Normal	—	—
28	Aerial Ace	Flying	60	∞
33	Take Down	Normal	90	85
41	Agility	Psychic	—	—
49	Brave Bird	Flying	120	100
57	Final Gambit	Fighting	—	100

Moves learnt on evolution

Staraptor learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl (regardless of level).

Move	Type	Cat.	Power	Acc.
Close Combat	Fighting		120	100

Egg moves

Staraptor learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Staraptor egg moves page.

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Astonish	Ghost	30	100
Detect	Fighting	—	—
Double-Edge	Normal	120	100
Feather Dance	Flying	—	100
Fury Attack	Normal	15	85
Revenge	Fighting	60	100
Sand Attack	Ground	—	100
Uproar	Normal	90	100

Moves learnt by TM

Staraptor is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:

TM	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
10	Work Up	Normal	—	—
11	Sunny Day	Fire	—	—
15	Hyper Beam	Normal	150	90
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	—	—
68	Giga Impact	Normal	150	90
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	—	—

Moves learnt by level up

Staraptor learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
?	Close Combat	Fighting	120	100
1	Gust	Flying	40	100
5	Quick Attack	Normal	40	100
9	Aerial Ace	Flying	60	∞
15	Air Slash	Flying	75	95
21	Roost	Flying	—	—
29	Double-Edge	Normal	120	100
37	Brave Bird	Flying	120	100
47	Giga Impact	Normal	150	90

Move Tutor moves

Staraptor can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Aerial Ace	Flying	60	∞
Focus Energy	Normal	—	—
Giga Impact	Normal	150	90
Hyper Beam	Normal	150	90
Ominous Wind	Ghost	60	100
Rest	Psychic	—	—
Swift	Normal	60	∞

In other generations
4
5
6
7
8

Staraptor sprites

Type	Generation 4	Generation 5	Generation 6	Generation 7	Generation 8
Normal				—	—
Shiny				—	—

See all Staraptor sprites

Where to find Staraptor

Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver	Evolve Starly/Staravia
Black	Trade/migrate from another game
White	Evolve Starly/Staravia
Black 2 White 2	Trade/migrate from another game
X Y	Evolve Starly/Staravia
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire	Trade/migrate from another game
Sun Moon	Evolve Starly/Staravia
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 Shining Pearl	Evolve Starly/Staravia
Legends: Arceus	Nature’s Pantry

Answers to Staraptor questions

Other languages

English, Spanish, Italian	Staraptor
Japanese	ムクホーク (Mukuhawk)
German	Staraptor
French	Étouraptor

Name origin

starling: a species of bird
raptor: a voracious bird