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.
It collects data and plans three times as wisely, but it may think too much and fall into a state of immobility.
If one of the heads gets to eat, the others will be satisfied, too, and they will stop squabbling.
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.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Evolved from Doduo. Dodrio is the final form in this two-stage line. A decent partner pool 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 31 partners from the Flying egg group. Notable egg moves include Brave Bird, Endeavor, Feint Attack and 5 more.
Start with max Attack and Speed EVs. Jolly nature gives Dodrio the right fast physical lean, Sharpbeak adds extra utility, and Earlybird works in the background. Facade is the main damage option.
Best Build
Best Dodrio Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Drill Peck
- Steel Wing
- Facade
Recommended Teammates
Without breeding, Dodrio misses out on Brave Bird and Endeavor. That's 8 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, with Dark and Steel coverage rounding things out.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
moderate rates is the best you'll get on Dodrio in mid-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Dodrio in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Doduo is your first catch on the way to Dodrio. You'll find walking and trade encounters from Lv. 4-43 across 19 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DoduoEASYRoute 22HeartGoldGrassLv.4UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEASYRoute 22SoulSilverGrassLv.4UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 26HeartGoldGrassLv.28-30CommonMidRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 26SoulSilverGrassLv.28-30CommonMidRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 27SoulSilverGrassLv.28-30CommonMidRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 27HeartGoldGrassLv.28-30CommonMidRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 26SoulSilverGrassLv.30RareMidRouteNightCHALLENGINGMt. Silver - BaseSoulSilverGrassLv.41RareLateCaveMorning/dayCHALLENGINGMt. Silver - BaseHeartGoldGrassLv.41RareLateCaveMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 28SoulSilverGrassLv.41RareLateRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 28HeartGoldGrassLv.41RareLateRouteMorning/day- Step 2Dodrio ✓CHALLENGINGRoute 26HeartGoldGrassLv.30RareMidRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 27SoulSilverGrassLv.30RareMidRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGMt. Silver - BaseSoulSilverGrassLv.43RareLateCaveMorning/dayCHALLENGINGMt. Silver - BaseHeartGoldGrassLv.43RareLateCaveMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 28HeartGoldGrassLv.43RareLateRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 28SoulSilverGrassLv.43RareLateRouteMorning/dayLEGENDARYBlackthorn CitySoulSilverIn-game tradeLimitedCityTrade for (give Dragonair)LEGENDARYBlackthorn CityHeartGoldIn-game tradeLimitedCityTrade for (give Dragonair)or evolve from Doduo (Step 1)
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