Ground and Ghost moves don't affect Dodrio at all — that's the advantage of Normal/Flying typing. It clears the crowded base-100 Speed benchmark. The stat spread favors raw physical power. An original Gen 1 pick.
The stat budget goes to damage. Attack and Speed carry the offense, HP doesn't even come close. A Triple Bird Pokemon on a medium-fast 1M XP curve, worth 2 Attack EVs per KO.
When Doduo evolves into this odd breed, one of its heads splits into two. This Pokémon runs at nearly 40 mph.
Dodrio Weakness
GoodElectric, Ice, and Rock-type moves hit Dodrio for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Ghost-type moves can't touch it at all. At base 110 Speed, Dodrio outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
Evolved from Doduo. Dodrio is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Speed grew the most through evolution (+35 over Doduo), and Dodrio peaks at 470 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dodrio to get Doduo eggs easily using 73 partners from the Flying egg group.
One boost from Swords Dance and Dodrio gets dangerous fast. The Jolly nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Tangledfeet backs the whole approach. Bravebird and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Best Dodrio Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Swords Dance
- Knock Off
- Drill Run
Recommended Teammates
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Dodrio. TMs unlock Ground and Dark coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Giga Impact and Hyper Beam into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Without breeding, Dodrio misses out on Assurance and Brave Bird. That's 7 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, with Bug and Dark coverage rounding things out.
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Dodrio picks up Jump Kick and Thrash along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add Fighting coverage, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Without breeding, Dodrio misses out on Assurance and Brave Bird. That's 10 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, with Dark and Fighting coverage and more rounding things out.
Dodrio can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Doduo from Red, Yellow, or Platinum and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Dodrio doesn't appear wild. Catch Doduo instead, it shows up at solid rates. Evolve it at level 31 to get Dodrio. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Dodrio in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Dodrio, start by catching Doduo through walking encounters at Lv. 2-63. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DoduoEFFORTLESSRoute 201Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.240%EarlyRouteSwarm activeEFFORTLESSRoute 201Shining PearlGrassLv.240%EarlyRouteSwarm activeGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameGrassland CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSunlit CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-game
Step 2Dodrio ✓
6 encounter spots for Dodrio at moderate rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Dodrio in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
To get Dodrio, start by catching Doduo through walking encounters at Lv. 31-38. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DoduoEASYRoute 16Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.31-3625%LateRouteEASYRoute 16Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.31-3625%LateRouteEASYRoute 17Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.33-3820%LateRouteEASYRoute 17Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.33-3820%LateRouteEASYRoute 18Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.33-3820%LateRouteEASYRoute 18Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.33-3820%LateRoute
Step 2Dodrio ✓MODERATERoute 18Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.33-3810%LateRouteMODERATERoute 18Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.33-3810%LateRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 16Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.31-365%LateRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 16Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.31-365%LateRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 17Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.33-385%LateRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 17Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.33-385%LateRouteor evolve from Doduo (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Dodrio in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Doduo over from Red, Yellow, or Platinum, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
We rate Dodrio B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. At 470 BST, it fits the sweeper role. Base 110 Attack stands out.
Watch for Raikou (Electric), Lapras (Ice), and Aerodactyl (Rock) when using Dodrio. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Dodrio's base 110 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Doduo evolves into Dodrio at level 31. Dodrio is the fully evolved form. It sits at 470 BST in its evolved form.
Run Away ensures success fleeing from wild battles — that's the one you want on Dodrio. Tangled Feet is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Early Bird works too if your team needs something different.
Base 110 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Dodrio is a physical attacker with base 110 Attack. Best used as a sweeper.
Dodrio appears in 19 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Dodrio has appeared in 19 games — most mainline games. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A