Pokemon Sword and Shield Bonsly is a Rock Type Bonsai Pokémon, which makes it weak against Fighting, Ground, Steel, Water, Grass type moves. You can find and catch Bonsly in Bridge Field with a 40% chance to appear during Sandstorm weather. The Max IV Stats of Bonsly are 50 HP, 80 Attack, 10 SP Attack, 95 Defense, 45 SP Defense, and 10 Speed.


List of Bonsly Max IV Stats in Pokemon SW SH.
Stat | Amount | Bar Graph |
---|---|---|
Total | 290 | |
HP | 50 | |
Attack | 80 | |
Defense | 95 | |
Special Attack | 10 | |
Special Defense | 45 | |
Speed | 10 |
Based on this pokemon's stats we consider the best nature for Bonsly to have is Impish, this will increase it's Defense and decrease it's Sp. Atk stats.
Bonsly Abilities
Ability | Type | Effect |
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Sturdy | Normal | |
Rock Head | Normal | |
Rattled | Hidden |
Sword Pokedex Entry
It expels both sweat and tears from its eyes. The sweat is a little salty, while the tears have a slight bitterness.
Shield Pokedex Entry
This Pokémon lives in dry, rocky areas. As its green spheres dry out, their dull luster increases.
Bonsly Locations in Pokemon Sword and Shield
Where do i find and how to get Bonsly?
A popular spawn location you can find Bonsly is in the Bridge Field area with a 40% chance to spawn during Sandstorm weather.
Overworld Spawns (Visible in-game)
Pokemon | Location | Weather | Spawn | Lvl |
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![]() | 40% | 27 - 29 | ||
![]() | 45% | 28 - 30 | ||
![]() | 50% | 28 - 30 | ||
![]() | 35% | 28 - 30 | ||
![]() | 10% | 29 - 31 | ||
![]() | 40% | 29 - 31 | ||
![]() | 40% | 29 - 31 | ||
![]() | 30% | 22 - 26 | ||
![]() | 25% | 26 - 28 |
Non Overworld Spawns (NOT Visible - Randomly found in tall grass)
Pokemon Sword and Shield Bonsly Raids
Where do i find Bonsly Raids?
You can find Bonsly raids in the following locations: Giant's Seat, Rolling Fields, Stony Wilderness.
Pokemon Sword and Shield Bonsly Weakness
Bonsly is a Rock Type pokemon. This will cause it to take More Damage from Fighting, Ground, Steel, Water, Grass Type Moves and will take Less Damage from Normal, , Poison, Fire type moves.
Damage | Types |
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4.0x Damage | |
2.0x Damage | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
0.5x Damage | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
0.25x Damage | |
Immune to Damage |
What pokemon is Bonsly Weak Against?
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What pokemon is Bonsly Strong Against?
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Pokemon SW and SH Bonsly Moves List
What moves can Bonsly learn from TMs, TRs, and Leveling?
Bonsly can learn the normal type move Double-Edge at level 44. This Physical move User receives recoil damage. Bolded Pow numbers are adjusted for this pokemon's Rock type +50% STAB damage.
Bonsly Level Up Moves
Lvl | Move | Type | Class | Pow | Acc | PP | Effect |
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01 | Fake Tears | ![]() | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Sharply lowers opponent's Special Defense. |
01 | Copycat | ![]() | Status | — | — | 20 | Copies opponent's last move. |
04 | Flail | ![]() | Physical | — | 100 | 15 | The lower the user's HP, the higher the power. |
08 | Rock Throw | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 90 | 15 | |
12 | Block | ![]() | Status | — | — | 5 | Opponent cannot flee or switch. |
16 | Mimic | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | Copies the opponent's last move. |
20 | Rock Tomb | ![]() | Physical | 90 | 95 | 15 | Lowers opponent's Speed. |
24 | Tearful Look | ![]() | Status | — | — | 20 | The user gets teary eyed to make the target lose its combative spirit. This lowers the target's Attack and Sp. Atk stats. |
28 | Sucker Punch | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 | User attacks first, but only works if opponent is readying an attack. |
32 | Rock Slide | ![]() | Physical | 112.5 | 90 | 10 | May cause flinching. |
36 | Low Kick | ![]() | Physical | — | 100 | 20 | The heavier the opponent, the stronger the attack. |
40 | Counter | ![]() | Physical | — | 100 | 20 | When hit by a Physical Attack, user strikes back with 2x power. |
44 | Double-Edge | ![]() | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 | User receives recoil damage. |
TM Moves Bonsly can learn
TM | Move | Type | Class | Pow | Acc | PP | Effect |
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TM15 | Dig | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | Digs underground on first turn, attacks on second. Can also escape from caves. |
TM20 | Self-Destruct | ![]() | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 | User faints. |
TM21 | Rest | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | User sleeps for 2 turns, but user is fully healed. |
TM22 | Rock Slide | ![]() | Physical | 112.5 | 90 | 10 | May cause flinching. |
TM23 | Thief | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | Also steals opponent's held item. |
TM24 | Snore | ![]() | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | Can only be used if asleep. May cause flinching. |
TM25 | Protect | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | Protects the user, but may fail if used consecutively. |
TM31 | Attract | ![]() | Status | — | 100 | 15 | If opponent is the opposite gender, it's less likely to attack. |
TM32 | Sandstorm | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | Creates a sandstorm for 5 turns. |
TM34 | Sunny Day | ![]() | Status | — | — | 5 | Makes it sunny for 5 turns. |
TM39 | Facade | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Power doubles if user is burned, poisoned, or paralyzed. |
TM41 | Helping Hand | ![]() | Status | — | — | 20 | In Double Battles, boosts the power of the partner's move. |
TM43 | Brick Break | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 | Breaks through Reflect and Light Screen barriers. |
TM47 | Fake Tears | ![]() | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Sharply lowers opponent's Special Defense. |
TM48 | Rock Tomb | ![]() | Physical | 90 | 95 | 15 | Lowers opponent's Speed. |
TM49 | Sand Tomb | ![]() | Physical | 35 | 85 | 15 | Traps opponent, damaging them for 4-5 turns. |
TM76 | Round | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | Power increases if teammates use it in the same turn. |
TM98 | Stomping Tantrum | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 | Driven by frustration, the user attacks the target. If the user's previous move has failed, the power of this move doubles. |
Bonsly TR Moves
TR | Move | Type | Class | Pow | Acc | PP | Effect |
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TR07 | Low Kick | ![]() | Physical | — | 100 | 20 | The heavier the opponent, the stronger the attack. |
TR20 | Substitute | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | Uses HP to creates a decoy that takes hits. |
TR26 | Endure | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | Always left with at least 1 HP, but may fail if used consecutively. |
TR27 | Sleep Talk | ![]() | Status | — | — | 10 | User performs one of its own moves while sleeping. |
TR35 | Uproar | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | User attacks for 3 turns and prevents sleep. |
TR49 | Calm Mind | ![]() | Status | — | — | 20 | Raises user's Special Attack and Special Defense. |
TR67 | Earth Power | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | May lower opponent's Special Defense. |
TR76 | Stealth Rock | ![]() | Status | — | — | 20 | Damages opponent switching into battle. |
TR81 | Foul Play | ![]() | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 | Uses the opponent's Attack stat. |
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