Stats & Training
Nidorina's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 HP EVs, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow more slowly than Nidorino’s.
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow more slowly than Nidorino’s.
Nidorina Weakness
Type-wise, Nidorina takes extra damage from Ground and Psychic. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Only 2 weaknesses makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Poison, Bug, Fairy |
 Solgaleo PsychicSteel | S | |
Obtain MethodMahalo Trail Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Solgaleo builds →Earthquake 2x94-112%KO Psychic 2x126-149%KO Zen Headbutt 2x114-134%KO Psyshock 2x112-132%KO | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x135-159%KO Dig 2x109-128%KO Bulldoze 2x82-97% Sand Tomb 2x49-58% | ||
 Metagross SteelPsychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Metagross builds →Earthquake 2x94-110%KO Psychic 2x109-128%KO Zen Headbutt 2x112-132%KO Psyshock 2x97-114%KO | ||
 Landorus Ground | B | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Wilds Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Landorus builds →Earthquake 2x132-155%KO Earth Power 2x128-151%KO Psychic 2x86-101%KO Extrasensory 2x76-90% | ||
 Zygarde DragonGround | B | |
Obtain MethodRoute 16 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Zygarde builds →Earthquake 2x109-128%KO Land's Wrath 2x98-116%KO Dig 2x88-103%KO Bulldoze 2x66-79% | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Excadrill can KO Nidorina with Earthquake (167-196%). Garchomp threatens a KO with Earthquake (162-191%). Starmie's Hydro Pump also KOs at 112-132%.
 Excadrill GroundSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMold Breaker ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Excadrill builds →Earthquake 2x167-196%KO Rapid Spin28-33% | ||
Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x162-191%KO Stone Edge54-64% | ||
 Starmie WaterPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Starmie builds →Rapid Spin17-20% Ice Beam61-72% Thunderbolt61-72% Hydro Pump112-132%KO | ||
 Alakazam Psychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Alakazam builds →Dazzling Gleam26-30% Psychic 2x175-206%KO Shadow Ball52-61% | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Evolution
This Poison-type links Nidoran♀ (female) to Nidoqueen. Nidorina has 365 stats but sits in the Undiscovered egg group. HP has grown the most so far (+15), but there's still another 140 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Nidorina Best Moveset
Best Build
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Moves
Stall teams hate this. Nidorina can spread damage across 10 types, with Normal and Fighting punishing common defensive pivots. STAB from Sludge Bomb and Poison Jab keeps the pressure honest on everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Nidorina in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Nidorina can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Nidoran♀ (female) from Red, Yellow, or Let's Go Pikachu and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Nidorina in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain Nidoran♀ (female)
Step 2Nidorina ✓
Nidorina Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Nidorina isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Nidoqueen to unlock its full potential. At 365 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Poison Point is the go-to ability for Nidorina. It has a 30% chance of poisoning attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Hustle can work in specific setups. Rivalry is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Nidorina fills the balanced role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 62 Attack). At base 56 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Game Availability
Nidorina has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 19 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves