Without Adaptability, Crawdaunt wouldn't see any competitive play. With it? It boosts same-type moves from 1.5x to 2x damage, turning modest base stats into a real offensive threat. Water/Dark is solid coverage on top of that. It relies on priority moves or Scarf to keep up.
Crawdaunt's built around physical offense. Attack leads the charge, Sp. Def pays for it. Common in the wild, worth 2 Attack EVs. Follows a standard growth curve.
It is a ruffian that uses its pincers to pick up and toss out other Pokémon from its pond.
Crawdaunt Weakness
AvgType-wise, Crawdaunt takes extra damage from Electric, Grass, Fighting, Bug, and Fairy. Psychic moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. 6 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. Crawdaunt's physical bulk (base 85 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Crawdaunt is the evolved form of Corphish. Breeding produces Corphish eggs, and they're quick to hatch. Evolving from Corphish gave Crawdaunt the biggest boost in Attack (+40), bringing the total to 468 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Crawdaunt to get Corphish eggs easily using 114 partners from the Water1 and Water3 egg groups.
Focus Sash buys the setup turn. Crawdaunt clicks Swords Dance, then starts cleaning with Crabhammer and the remaining moves. Adamant nature with max Attack and Speed EVs makes sure nothing tanks a boosted hit comfortably.
Best Build
Best Crawdaunt Moveset
- Knock Off
- Aqua Jet
- Crabhammer
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Crawdaunt's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Hydro Pump and Crabhammer, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 8 types. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Breeding's the move. Ancient Power and Aqua Jet give Crawdaunt options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 9 types already covers a decent range on top of Crabhammer and Surf. The egg moves push it further.
Breeding's the move. Ancient Power and Aqua Jet give Crawdaunt options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 8 types already covers a decent range on top of Hydro Pump and Crabhammer. The egg moves push it further.
Breeding's the move. Ancient Power and Aqua Jet give Crawdaunt options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 9 types already covers a decent range on top of Crabhammer and Surf. The egg moves push it further.
No wild encounters for Crawdaunt in Scarlet & Violet. Bring Corphish over from Ruby, Emerald, or Ultra Sun, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
A solid number of locations for Crawdaunt with moderate rates across late-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Crawdaunt in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Crawdaunt, start by catching Corphish through walking and fishing encounters at Lv. 30-63. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch CorphishEASYCelestic TownBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.30-4030%MidCityEASYCelestic TownShining PearlSuper RodLv.30-4030%MidCityFountainspring CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameFountainspring CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-game
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓EXTREMECelestic TownBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.35-555%LateCityEXTREMECelestic TownShining PearlSuper RodLv.35-555%LateCityFountainspring CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameFountainspring CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
high spawn rates across 8 locations for Crawdaunt in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Crawdaunt in Sword & Shield
The path to Crawdaunt starts with Corphish at Lv. 10-45 via walking, surfing, and more encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch CorphishEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1340%EarlyWaterOvercastEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1340%EarlyWaterOvercastEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1330%EarlyWaterRainingEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1330%EarlyWaterHeavy FogEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1330%EarlyWaterRainingEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1330%EarlyWaterHeavy FogEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-1530%EarlyWaterNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-1630%EarlyWaterThunderstormEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-1630%EarlyWaterThunderstormEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-1630%EarlyWaterNormal WeatherEASYForest of FocusSwordOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlyForestThunderstormEASYForest of FocusSwordOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlyForestRainingEASYForest of FocusShieldOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlyForestThunderstormEASYForest of FocusShieldOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlyForestRainingEASYSoothing WetlandsSwordOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlySwampThunderstormEASYSoothing WetlandsSwordOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlySwampRainingEASYSouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1320%EarlyWaterSnowingEASYSouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1320%EarlyWaterThunderstormEASYSouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1320%EarlyWaterSnowingEASYSouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1320%EarlyWaterSnowstormEASYSouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1320%EarlyWaterSnowstormEASYSouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1320%EarlyWaterThunderstormEASYForest of FocusShieldGrassLv.13-1815%EarlyForestRainingEASYForest of FocusSwordGrassLv.13-1815%EarlyForestThunderstormEASYForest of FocusSwordGrassLv.13-1815%EarlyForestRainingEASYForest of FocusShieldGrassLv.13-1815%EarlyForestThunderstormEASYSoothing WetlandsShieldGrassLv.13-1815%EarlySwampThunderstormEASYSoothing WetlandsShieldGrassLv.13-1815%EarlySwampRainingEASYSoothing WetlandsSwordGrassLv.13-1815%EarlySwampThunderstormEASYSoothing WetlandsSwordGrassLv.13-1815%EarlySwampRainingMODERATESoothing WetlandsShieldOverworldLv.10-1510%EarlySwampThunderstormMODERATESoothing WetlandsShieldOverworldLv.10-1510%EarlySwampRainingMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1310%EarlyWaterNormal WeatherMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1310%EarlyWaterNormal WeatherMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterRainingMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterOvercastMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterSnowingMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterRainingMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterOvercastMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-1610%EarlyWaterSnowingMODERATEGalar Mine No. 2SwordSuper RodLv.20-2415%MidCaveMODERATEGalar Mine No. 2ShieldSuper RodLv.20-2415%MidCaveCHALLENGINGGiant's CapSwordSuper RodLv.26-2810%MidCHALLENGINGGiant's CapShieldSuper RodLv.26-2810%MidEASYChallenge Beach - RiverShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4545%LateWaterAll WeatherEASYChallenge Beach - RiverSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4545%LateWaterAll WeatherEASYForest of FocusSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4545%LateForestAll WeatherEASYForest of FocusShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4545%LateForestAll WeatherEASYTraining LowlandsSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4545%LateAll WeatherEASYTraining LowlandsShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4545%LateAll Weather
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓EASYGiant's SeatSwordGrassLv.30-3515%MidWaterThunderstormEASYGiant's SeatShieldGrassLv.30-3515%MidWaterThunderstormEFFORTLESSAxew's EyeShieldOverworldLv.36-4060%LateRainingEFFORTLESSAxew's EyeSwordOverworldLv.36-4060%LateRainingEFFORTLESSAxew's EyeShieldGrassLv.35-4040%LateThunderstormEFFORTLESSAxew's EyeSwordGrassLv.35-4040%LateThunderstormEASYAxew's EyeSwordOverworldLv.36-4025%LateThunderstormEASYAxew's EyeShieldOverworldLv.36-4025%LateThunderstormor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
Crawdaunt starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Crawdaunt in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Corphish is your first catch on the way to Crawdaunt. You'll find fishing encounters from Lv. 10-51 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch CorphishEASYVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-5135%EarlyShaking spotEASYVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-5135%EarlyShaking spotEXTREMEVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-465%EarlyEXTREMEVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-465%Early
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓Vast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-51EarlySOS from CorphishVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-46EarlySOS from CorphishVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-51EarlySOS from CorphishVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-46EarlySOS from Corphishor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
Don't let Crawdaunt's 468 base stat total fool you. Adaptability is what makes it tick — it punches way above its weight class. We rate it B-Tier as a cannon.
Corphish evolves into Crawdaunt at level 30. Crawdaunt is the fully evolved form. It sits at 468 BST in its evolved form.
Run Adaptability on Crawdaunt. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Crawdaunt also gets Hyper Cutter and Shell Armor, but they don't compare.
Crawdaunt fills the cannon role. It's a physical attacker with base 120 Attack. At base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Crawdaunt appears in 15 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Crawdaunt first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 15 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
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