Stats & Training
An unusually even spread gives Scatterbug flexibility. Defense barely edges ahead. But Sp. Def isn't far off. Easy to catch and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 1 Defense EV.
Any poison this Pokémon takes in is converted into a black powder and secreted. That’s why Scatterbug can eat poisonous leaves and roots.
This Pokémon scatters poisonous powder to repel enemies. It will eat different plants depending on where it lives.
Scatterbug Weakness
Scatterbug is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock. Standard number of weaknesses for the Bug typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Ground |
 Delphox FirePsychic | B | |
Fire is super effective against ScatterbugView Delphox → | ||
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Flying is super effective against ScatterbugView Staraptor → | ||
In Legends: Z-A, Delphox can KO Scatterbug with Flamethrower (264-311%). Staraptor threatens a KO with Double-Edge (120-141%).
Delphox FirePsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemDelphoxite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Scatterbug View Delphox builds →Flamethrower 2x264-311%KO Psyshock117-138%KO | ||
Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityReckless ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Scatterbug View Staraptor builds →Close Combat40-47% U Turn47-55% Double Edge120-141%KO | ||
Legends: Z-A Evolution
Three stages ahead. Scatterbug grows into Spewpa, then pushes on to Vivillon. Check the evolution methods below. For breeding, quick to hatch with a decent partner pool via one egg group. Evolving adds up to 211 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Legends: Z-A Scatterbug Best Moveset
Scatterbug runs a standard defensive wall set. Bold nature with max HP and Defense EVs shapes the build, while Charcoal brings extra utility. Compoundeyes supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Scatterbug best EVs are Defense and HP
Wall Moveset
- Stun Spore
- Rage Powder
- String Shot
- Poison Powder
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Not a lot to pick from. Scatterbug gets Bug STAB for same-type damage, and Normal coverage rounds things out. You're building around what's available rather than choosing from a deep bench.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Scatterbug in Legends: Z-A
Scatterbug doesn't appear in Legends: Z-A. Transfer it from X, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Scatterbug is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A.
Also found in:
Scatterbug Guide
Scatterbug evolves into Spewpa at level 9. Early evolution, you'll hit it before the third gym in most games.
For Legends: Z-A, you can run Scatterbug through the first few routes without issues. 200 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Spewpa as fast as you can.
Scatterbug is catchable in Legends: Z-A. Check the Locations section above for specific routes, encounter rates, and methods. It also appears in 5 other games across the series.
Game Availability
Scatterbug joined the series in X & Y and has been available in 6 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
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 6XYDebut
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