Electric moves don't affect Sandaconda at all — that's the advantage of Ground typing. It needs some investment to avoid getting outsped. Known as the Sand Snake Pokemon. Built to hit on the physical side.
Defense and Attack carry most of Sandaconda's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 2 Defense EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It will expand its body as much as it can and then contract itself, blasting out sand with enough force to wash away a dump truck.
The sand it spews contains sharp, pointy gravel, which is actually just sand that Sandaconda’s saliva has hardened into irregular shapes.
Sandaconda Weakness
AvgSandaconda is weak to Water, Grass, and Ice-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Electric-type moves entirely. Sandaconda's physical bulk (base 125 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Evolved from Silicobra. Sandaconda is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+50 over Silicobra), and Sandaconda peaks at 510 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Sandaconda to get Silicobra eggs easily using 65 partners from the Dragon and Ground egg groups. Notable egg moves include Belch, Dragon Rush, Last Resort and 2 more.
The physical wall spread is where Sandaconda earns its spot. Leftovers for passive recovery each turn, Impish nature for the right lean, and Rest handles sustain. Shedskin does the rest without needing a move slot.
Best Build
Best Sandaconda Moveset
- Earthquake
- Rest
- Coil
- Scale Shot
Recommended Teammates
Earth Power and Earthquake bring the raw damage. But Sandaconda also picks up coverage across 12 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
moderate rates for Sandaconda across 6 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Sandaconda in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Sandaconda starts with Silicobra at Lv. 22-55 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SilicobraEASYAsado Desert - DesertScarletOverworldLv.22-4018%MidDesertEASYAsado Desert - DesertVioletOverworldLv.22-4018%MidDesertEASYWest Province (Area Two) - DesertVioletOverworldLv.22-4018%MidRouteEASYWest Province (Area Two) - DesertScarletOverworldLv.22-4018%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - MineScarletOverworldLv.22-406%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - MineVioletOverworldLv.22-406%MidRoute
Step 2Sandaconda ✓MODERATEAsado Desert - DesertVioletOverworldLv.36-558%LateDesertMODERATEAsado Desert - DesertScarletOverworldLv.36-558%LateDesertMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - DesertVioletOverworldLv.36-558%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - DesertScarletOverworldLv.36-558%LateRouteCHALLENGINGEast Province (Area Three) - MineVioletOverworldLv.36-554%LateRouteCHALLENGINGEast Province (Area Three) - MineScarletOverworldLv.36-554%LateRouteor evolve from Silicobra (Step 1)
We rate Sandaconda B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. At 510 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly. Base 125 Defense stands out.
Silicobra evolves into Sandaconda at level 36. Sandaconda is the fully evolved form. At 510 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Sand Spit is the go-to ability for Sandaconda. It creates a sandstorm when hit by an attack. Its hidden ability Sand Veil can work in specific setups. Shed Skin is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Base 71 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Sandaconda is a physical attacker with base 107 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Sandaconda can be found in Scarlet & Violet and Sword & Shield.
Since debuting in Sword & Shield, Sandaconda has appeared in 2 titles over 2 generations. Along the way, it received a Gigantamax form in Generation 8, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
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 VIIISwShDebutGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A