Dugtrio's Ground typing gives it an immunity to Electric. Only 3 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. A competitive option since Gen 1. Comfortably outruns most offensive threats.
Dugtrio's all-in on Speed at the expense of HP. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Speed EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over 60 miles.
Dugtrio Weakness
AvgDugtrio's Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, and Ice moves. It shrugs off Electric-type attacks completely. At base 120 Speed, Dugtrio outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
Dugtrio is the evolved form of Diglett. Breeding produces Diglett eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Diglett gave Dugtrio the biggest boost in Attack (+45), bringing the total to 425 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dugtrio to get Diglett eggs easily from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Ancient Power, Astonish, Beat Up and 7 more.
You commit to a move every time Dugtrio comes in. Choice Scarf gives speed patching through item lock, and Sandforce adds to that. A spread EV build EVs make sure the locked move actually hurts. The remaining moves covers the rest.
Best Build
Best Dugtrio Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Stealth Rock
- Beat Up
Recommended Teammates
You'll want to breed for Ancient Power and Astonish on Dugtrio. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Earthquake and Earth Power, they expand what Dugtrio can actually threaten in practice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
2 encounter spots for Dugtrio at high spawn rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Dugtrio, start by catching Diglett through walking encounters at Lv. 23-54. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DiglettCHALLENGINGRoute 228Shining PearlGrassLv.23-255%MidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 228Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.23-255%MidRoute
Step 2Dugtrio ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 228Shining PearlGrassLv.52-5430%PostRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 228Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.52-5430%PostRouteor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
Dugtrio has a 425 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a sweeper. Base 120 Speed is where it shines.
Sand Veil increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm — that's the one you want on Dugtrio. Sand Force is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Arena Trap works too if your team needs something different.
Dugtrio fills the sweeper role. It's a physical attacker with base 100 Attack. Base 120 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Dugtrio appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Dugtrio first appeared in Red & Blue and spans 20 games across 9 generations. It later gained an Alolan form in Generation 7, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
- 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 VIISMAlolan
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