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.
One of DODUO’s 2 heads splits to form a unique species. It runs close to 40 MPH in prairies.
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.
- Only 15 types exist — Dark, Steel, and Fairy are absent
- Ghost has no effect on Psychic (a known bug, fixed in Gen II)
- Special stat governs both offense and defense — no Sp.Atk / Sp.Def split
You get Dodrio from Doduo at level 31. This Normal/Flying type hits 470 total but remains in the Undiscovered group. Speed grew the most through evolution (+35 over Doduo), and Dodrio peaks at 470 total stats.
How to Evolve
Start with flexible EVs EVs. A nature nature gives Dodrio the right balanced lean, an item adds extra utility, and an ability works in the background. Drill Peck is the main damage option.
Best Build
Best Dodrio Moveset
- Drill Peck
- Hyper Beam
- Body Slam
- Agility
Recommended Teammates
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Dodrio. TMs unlock limited coverage and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Hyper Beam and Sky Attack into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
You'll want mid-game access before hunting Dodrio. Moderate rates across 1 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Where To Catch Dodrio in Yellow
The path to Dodrio starts with Doduo at Lv. 22-29 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch DoduoEFFORTLESSRoute 16GrassLv.22-26CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 18GrassLv.22-26CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 17GrassLv.26-28CommonMidRoute
Step 2Dodrio ✓CHALLENGINGRoute 17GrassLv.29RareMidRouteor evolve from Doduo (Step 1)
We rate Dodrio C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. At 470 BST, it fits the setup 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.
Base 110 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Dodrio is leaning toward the physical side (base 110 Attack). Best used as a setup 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