Dugtrio Best Moveset
120 Speed means acting first against nearly everything, and AbilitySand Force boosts Ground TermStab by 30% under sandstorm. Held ItemFocus Sash guarantees surviving one hit with 35 HP. The moveset traps weakened targets and finishes them before they can switch. Paper-thin everywhere, but speed kills.
Fastest Ground-type in the game at 120 Speed. Earthquake plus Slash got the job done in Gen I (Red & Blue). Get in, hit hard, hope they don't have a Flying-type.
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Rock Slide
- Slash
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
The Special split gave Dugtrio a useless 35 Sp. Atk in Gen II (Gold & Silver). Still fast, but paper-thin on both sides, and stronger physical attackers made it redundant.
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Rock Slide
- Sludge Bomb
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Arena Trap changed competitive Pokemon forever. Dugtrio could trap and eliminate key threats that otherwise walled entire teams. A support tool disguised as an attacker.
Best Moves
Best Build
Dugtrio best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Hidden Power Bug
- Aerial Ace
- Rock Slide
Recommended Teammates
Arena Trap stayed valuable but 80 base Attack struggled against bulkier targets in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). It needed Choice Band just to secure KOs on what it trapped.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Sucker Punch
- Aerial Ace
Recommended Teammates
Back at the top. Trapping was essential in Gen V's (Black & White) metagame full of weather setters and support Pokemon that needed to be removed from the field.
Support Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Stealth Rock
- Memento
Recommended Teammates
Three gens in a row at the highest level. Arena Trap plus Earthquake plus Sucker Punch eliminated anything that couldn't fly or levitate.
Support Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
- Memento
- Sucker Punch
Recommended Teammates
Arena Trap was banned from competitive play in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Without its defining ability, Dugtrio's tissue-paper defenses left it with nothing.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
- Stone Edge
- Sucker Punch
Recommended Teammates
Its Attack was buffed to 100 in the previous gen, but the Arena Trap ban meant that extra power had nowhere productive to go.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Stealth Rock
- Beat Up
Recommended Teammates
Still defined by what it lost. Arena Trap restrictions continued in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet), and raw Speed alone couldn't make up for the lack of power or bulk.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Sucker Punch
- Stone Edge
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Dugtrio Weakness
Dugtrio's Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, and Ice. 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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Ice |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
What is Dugtrio Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Dugtrio
Rillaboom threatens a KO with Wood Hammer (516-607%). Starmie's Hydro Pump also KOs at 191-225%.
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPowerconstruct ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves View Zygarde builds →
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 Rillaboom Grass | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off93-110%KO U Turn100-118%KO Wood Hammer 2x516-607%KO | ||
 Starmie WaterPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Starmie builds →Ice Beam 2x104-122%KO Hydro Pump 2x191-225%KO Rapid Spin21-25% Psychic78-91% | ||
 Baxcalibur DragonIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityThermalexchange ItemLoaded Dice NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Baxcalibur builds →Icicle Spear 2x81-95% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDesolateland ItemRedorb NatureJolly Moves View Groudon-Primal builds →
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Evolution
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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dugtrio to get Diglett eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Dugtrio
Dugtrio starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 32 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in SV
Diglett is your first catch on the way to Dugtrio. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-80 across 60 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DiglettSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveLv.2-24OverworldRate 30%East Province (Area Three) - MineLv.2-24OverworldRate 24%East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%Glaseado MountainLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%
Step 2Dugtrio ✓East Province (Area Three) - MineLv.26-60OverworldRate 16%East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%Glaseado MountainLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.26-60OverworldRate 8%The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.26-60OverworldRate 6%Coastal BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCoastal BiomeLv.68Overworldor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
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 BDSP
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 DiglettRoute 228Lv.23-25GrassRate 5%
Step 2Dugtrio ✓Route 228Lv.52-54GrassRate 30%or evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
Dugtrio starts showing up in mid-game routes at high spawn rates across 28 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in SwSh
Diglett is your first catch on the way to Dugtrio. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 8-52 across 52 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DiglettRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%Normal WeatherRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%ThunderstormRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%RainingRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%SnowstormRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%Heavy FogRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%SnowingRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 20%OvercastRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 20%SandstormRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 20%Intense SunGalar MineLv.11-15CaveRate 15%All WeatherGalar MineLv.11-14OverworldRate 10%All WeatherGiant's MirrorLv.26-28GrassRate 30%Intense Sun
Step 2Dugtrio ✓Hammerlocke HillsLv.28-30GrassRate 40%SandstormRoute 6Lv.29-33OverworldRate 20%All WeatherGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%Intense SunGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 60%Heavy FogGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 60%OvercastGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 60%ThunderstormGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 60%Normal WeatherGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 60%RainingGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 50%ThunderstormGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 50%Normal WeatherGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 50%RainingGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 50%Heavy FogGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 50%OvercastDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 40%SandstormGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 30%SnowstormGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 30%SnowingGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 30%SandstormGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldSwordRate 30%Intense SunGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 20%Intense SunGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 20%SnowstormGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 20%SnowingGiant's Mirror - GroundLv.31-34OverworldShieldRate 20%SandstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 40%Sandstormor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
moderate rates across 2 encounter spots for Dugtrio. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in LGPE
The path to Dugtrio starts with Diglett at Lv. 13-25 via walking and trade encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch DiglettDiglett's Cave - 1FLv.13-18CaveRate 85%Lavender TownLv.25In-game tradeTrade for (give Diglett)
Step 2Dugtrio ✓Diglett's Cave - 1FLv.13-18CaveRate 5%or evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
Base Stats
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 bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow.
Dugtrio Guide
It depends on your team. Dugtrio at 425 BST isn't a powerhouse, but the Ground coverage might be exactly what you're missing.
Dugtrio has a 425 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. 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.
Game Availability
Dugtrio first appeared in Red & Blue and spans 20 games across 10 generations. It later gained an Alolan form in Generation 7, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
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- Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMAlolan
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves