Doduo is technically a pre-evolution of Dodrio, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Ground and Ghost moves can't touch it, and only 3 types hit it super-effectively. Known as the Twin Bird Pokemon.
Doduo's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, HP trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 1 Attack EV, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The brains in its two heads appear to communicate emotions to each other with a telepathic power.
Doduo Weakness
GoodDoduo is weak to Electric, Ice, and Rock-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Ground and Ghost-type moves entirely.
Doduo evolves into Dodrio. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 160 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Doduo easily with 73 breeding partners from the Flying egg group.
For a physical attacker, Doduo wants a spread EV build EVs and Life Orb. The Jolly nature tilts toward fast physical duty, and Earlybird contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Doduo Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Quick Attack
- Knock Off
- Thrash
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Doduo's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Thrash and Brave Bird, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it Dark and Fighting coverage and more. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Doduo gets Assurance and Brave Bird exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Bug and Steel coverage rounds out the picture alongside Thrash and Brave Bird.
Doduo's movepool balances level-up moves with TM options. Consistent STAB comes from Thrash and Fly, and Fighting coverage keeps opponents from switching in for free. No major gaps here.
Egg moves make a real difference. Doduo gets Assurance and Brave Bird exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Dark and Fighting coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Sky Attack and Skull Bash.
Doduo can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Bring it over from Red, Yellow, or Platinum instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Doduo is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 8 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Best Locations
Doduo's encounter pool splits between Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. You've got 8 walking spots at Lv. 2-63 total, but your version determines which ones actually show up.
decent spawn rates for Doduo across 6 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Doduo. 6 walking spots at Lv. 31-38 spread across Let's Go Eevee and Let's Go Pikachu, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
Doduo isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Dodrio to unlock its full potential. At 310 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Doduo evolves into Dodrio at level 31. Doduo is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Run Away is the go-to ability for Doduo. It ensures success fleeing from wild battles. Its hidden ability Tangled Feet can work in specific setups. Early Bird is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Doduo fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 85 Attack. Base 75 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Doduo appears in 19 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Doduo has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 19 titles across all 9 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
- 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