Pokemon Diamond & Pearl Psyduck | Locations, Moves, Evolutions

Psyduck

WATER

Duck Pokémon

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Psyduck is a Water Type Duck Pokémon, with a 24.8% Chance To Catch with a regular Pokeball. Psyduck has a Medium Fast growth rate with a 1 Special Attack EV Yield, and we recommend the Mild Nature, based on 320 combined Base Stats.

Tier	Stat	Base	Min	Max
F	HP	50	210	304
E	Attack	52	98	223
F	Defense	48	90	214
D	Special Attack	65	121	251
F	Special Defense	50	94	218
F	Speed	55	103	229
F	Total	320

Best Held Items	Lustrous Orb Mystic Water Sea Incense Splash Plate Wave Incense
Best Nature	Mild ↑ +10% Special Attack ↓ -10% Defense
Caught in the Wild Held Items
EV Yield	1 Special Attack
Growth Rate	Medium Fast
Catch Rate	190 (24.8% with PokéBall, full HP)
Egg Groups	Field, Water 1
Egg Cycles	20 (4,884–5,140 steps)

Damp Ability 1	Damp prevents all Pokémon on the field from using the moves Selfdestruct and Explosion. It also prevents damage (to the Damp Pokémon only) from the ability Aftermath.
Cloud Nine Ability 2	Cloud Nine suppresses all effects brought on by weather, including move power increases, end-of-turn damage, accuracy changes, relevant abilities and so on.
Swift Swim Hidden Ability	Swift Swim doubles the ability-bearer's Speed during rain.

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How To Evolve Psyduck in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Psyduck requires (Level 33) to evolve into Golduck.

Base	→	First Evo
Psyduck WATER	Level 33	Golduck WATER

Where To Find Psyduck in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Psyduck has no spawn locations in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. However, you can find the Unevolved form, Lv. 40-55 Golduck, within the Route 225 location using the Surfing method.

– Walking through Grass.
– Fishing using an Old Rod.
– Fishing using an Good Rod.
– Fishing using an Super Rod.
– Surfing the Water.
– Found in Honey Trees.
– Obtained as a Gift.
– Revive from a Fossil.
– Obtained through Trade.
– Obtained through an Interaction in game. (Legendary Pokemon)
Lv. 22
Shieldon

20 - 5%

Pokemon with a Pinkish Background Color are only found in Shining Pearl Exclusive
Lv. 18
Cranidos

20 - 5%

Pokemon with a Bluish Background Color are only found in Brilliant Diamond Exclusive

Interact = Limited to one

Common = 20% ~ 100%

Uncommon = 5% ~ 20%

Rare = 1% ~ 5%

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= Day Time

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Location	Pokemon Spawns
Oreburgh Gate	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 100 - 20% Lv. 20-30 Psyduck 5 - 1% Lv. 5-7 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Ravaged Path	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 100 - 20% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1% Lv. 4-6 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Great Marsh	Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 100 - 20% Lv. 20-22 Psyduck 100 - 20% Lv. 20-26 Golduck 20 - 5%
Celestic Town	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Eterna City	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Lake Acuity	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 39-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1% Lv. 34-36 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Lake Valor	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 40-41 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 35-36 Psyduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Lake Verity	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 202	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-30 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 203	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
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Route 204	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 205	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 208	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1% Lv. 16-18 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 209	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 210	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 25 Psyduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 212	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-30 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 214	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Route 226	Lv. 51-53 Golduck 20 - 5%
Route 230	Lv. 52 Golduck 20 - 5%
Sendoff Spring	Lv. 53-54 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Golduck 5 - 1%
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Twinleaf Town	Lv. 20-40 Golduck 20 - 5% Lv. 20-40 Psyduck 5 - 1%
Resort Area	Lv. 35-45 Psyduck 20 - 5% Lv. 40-55 Golduck 5 - 1%
Route 225	Lv. 35-45 Psyduck 20 - 5% Lv. 40-55 Golduck 5 - 1%

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Psyduck Weakness

Psyduck is a Water Type pokemon. This will cause Psyduck to take More Damage from Grass, Electric Type Moves and Less Damage from Steel, Fire, Water, Ice Type moves.

Damage	Types
4.0x More Damage
2.0x More Damage	Grass Electric
0.5x Less Damage	Steel Fire Water Ice
0.25x Less Damage
Immune to Damage

What pokemon is Psyduck Weak Against?

Tier	Pokemon
S	Shaymin Land Forme GRASS
S	Zapdos ELECTRIC FLYING
A	Electivire ELECTRIC
A	Magnezone ELECTRIC STEEL
A	Tangrowth GRASS

What pokemon is Psyduck Strong Against?

Tier	Pokemon
S	Dialga STEEL DRAGON
S	Palkia WATER DRAGON
S	Heatran FIRE STEEL
S	Manaphy WATER
S	Articuno ICE FLYING

Best Psyduck Moves in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Best Moveset for Psyduck Lv Up Moves based on Power.

Lvl	Best Moves	Class	Power	Acc	PP	Effect
36	Hydro Pump	Special	165	80	5
24	Aqua Tail	Physical	135	90	10
18	Zen Headbutt	Physical	80	90	15	May cause flinching.
12	Water Pulse	Special	90	100	20	May confuse opponent.

Best Moveset for Psyduck TM Moves based on Power.

TM	Best Moves	Class	Power	Acc	PP	Effect
TM01	Mega Kick	Physical	120	75	5
TM15	Dig	Physical	80	100	10	Digs underground on first turn, attacks on second. Can also escape from caves.
TM45	Dive	Physical	120	100	10	Dives underwater on first turn, attacks on second turn.
TM00	Mega Punch	Physical	80	85	20

STAB: (Same Type Attack Bonus) When a Pokemon uses a Move Type that is the Same as the Pokemon's Type, it will receive a 50% Bonus to Power. Moves Affected by this Highlighted in

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Psyduck Level Up Moves

List of Moves Psyduck can learn by reaching higher levels in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Lvl	Move	Desc
34	Amnesia PSYCHIC	Power: — Acc: — PP: 20 Status Sharply raises user's Special Defense.
24	Aqua Tail WATER	Power: 135 Acc: 90 PP: 10 Physical
6	Confusion PSYCHIC	Power: 50 Acc: 100 PP: 25 Special May confuse opponent.
15	Disable NORMAL	Power: — Acc: 100 PP: 20 Status Opponent can't use its last attack for a few turns.
9	Fury Swipes NORMAL	Power: 18 Acc: 80 PP: 15 Physical Hits 2-5 times in one turn.
36	Hydro Pump WATER	Power: 165 Acc: 80 PP: 5 Special
30	Psych Up NORMAL	Power: — Acc: — PP: 10 Status Copies the opponent's stat changes.
1	Scratch NORMAL	Power: 40 Acc: 100 PP: 35 Physical
21	Screech NORMAL	Power: — Acc: 85 PP: 40 Status Sharply lowers opponent's Defense.
27	Soak WATER	Power: — Acc: 100 PP: 20 Status Changes the target's type to water.
1	Tail Whip NORMAL	Power: — Acc: 100 PP: 30 Status Lowers opponent's Defense.
3	Water Gun WATER	Power: 60 Acc: 100 PP: 25 Special
12	Water Pulse WATER	Power: 90 Acc: 100 PP: 20 Special May confuse opponent.
39	Wonder Room PSYCHIC	Power: — Acc: — PP: 10 Status Swaps every Pokémon's Defense and Special Defense for 5 turns.
18	Zen Headbutt PSYCHIC	Power: 80 Acc: 90 PP: 15 Physical May cause flinching.

Psyduck TM Moves

List of Moves Psyduck can learn using (TMs) Technical Machine Items.

TM	Move	Desc
TM31	Attract NORMAL	Power: — Acc: 100 PP: 15 Status If opponent is the opposite gender, it's less likely to attack.
TM43	Brick Break FIGHTING	Power: 75 Acc: 100 PP: 15 Physical Breaks through Reflect and Light Screen barriers.
TM55	Brine WATER	Power: 97.5 Acc: 100 PP: 10 Special Power doubles if opponent's HP is less than 50%.
TM15	Dig GROUND	Power: 80 Acc: 100 PP: 10 Physical Digs underground on first turn, attacks on second. Can also escape from caves.
TM45	Dive WATER	Power: 120 Acc: 100 PP: 10 Physical Dives underwater on first turn, attacks on second turn.
TM39	Facade NORMAL	Power: 70 Acc: 100 PP: 20 Physical Power doubles if user is burned, poisoned, or paralyzed.
TM59	Fling DARK	Power: — Acc: 100 PP: 10 Physical Power depends on held item.
TM35	Hail ICE	Power: — Acc: — PP: 10 Status Non-Ice types are damaged for 5 turns.
TM04	Ice Punch ICE	Power: 75 Acc: 100 PP: 15 Physical May freeze opponent.
TM27	Icy Wind ICE	Power: 55 Acc: 95 PP: 15 Special Lowers opponent's Speed.
TM17	Light Screen PSYCHIC	Power: — Acc: — PP: 30 Status Halves damage from Special attacks for 5 turns.
TM01	Mega Kick NORMAL	Power: 120 Acc: 75 PP: 5 Physical
TM02	Pay Day NORMAL	Power: 40 Acc: 100 PP: 20 Physical A small amount of money is gained after the battle resolves.
TM25	Protect NORMAL	Power: — Acc: — PP: 10 Status Protects the user, but may fail if used consecutively.
TM33	Rain Dance WATER	Power: — Acc: — PP: 5 Status Makes it rain for 5 turns.
TM21	Rest PSYCHIC	Power: — Acc: — PP: 10 Status User sleeps for 2 turns, but user is fully healed.
TM76	Round NORMAL	Power: 60 Acc: 100 PP: 15 Special Power increases if teammates use it in the same turn.
TM65	Shadow Claw GHOST	Power: 70 Acc: 100 PP: 15 Physical High critical hit ratio.
TM24	Snore NORMAL	Power: 50 Acc: 100 PP: 15 Special Can only be used if asleep. May cause flinching.
TM40	Swift NORMAL	Power: 60 Acc: — PP: 20 Special Ignores Accuracy and Evasiveness.
TM36	Whirlpool WATER	Power: 52.5 Acc: 85 PP: 15 Special Traps opponent, damaging them for 4-5 turns.

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