An unusually even spread gives Squirtle flexibility. Defense barely edges ahead. But Speed isn't far off. Tough to catch and follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve. Yields 1 Defense EV.
It hides in its shell to protect itself, then strikes back with spouts of water at every opportunity.
It hides in its shell to protect itself, then strikes back with spouts of water at every opportunity.
Squirtle's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Just 2 weak spots to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
Rillaboom can KO Squirtle with Wood Hammer (145-171%). Jolteon threatens a KO with Thunderbolt (164-193%). Regieleki's Thunderbolt also KOs at 168-198%.
 Rillaboom Grass | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemAssault Vest NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Squirtle View Rillaboom builds →Wood Hammer 2x145-171%KO | ||
 Jolteon Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Squirtle View Jolteon builds →Thunderbolt 2x164-193%KO Volt Switch 2x127-150%KO Shadow Ball49-57% | ||
 Regieleki Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemChoice Specs NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Squirtle View Regieleki builds →Volt Switch 2x132-155%KO Electroweb 2x104-123%KO Thunderbolt 2x168-198%KO | ||
 Toedscool GroundGrass | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMyceliummight ItemEviolite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Squirtle View Toedscool builds →Rapid Spin7-8% Knock Off9-10% Giga Drain 2x42-50% | ||
Three stages ahead. Squirtle grows into Wartortle, then pushes on to Blastoise. Check the evolution methods below. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via two egg groups. The evolved forms gain up to 216 total stats over Squirtle. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Squirtle easily with 81 breeding partners from the Monster and Water1 egg groups.
Squirtle hasn't fully evolved, but Eviolite's 50% bulk boost makes it viable anyway. Modest nature with flexible EVs shapes the defensive spread, and Torrent adds utility.
Best Build
Squirtle best EVs are Speed and Sp. Atk
Utility Moveset
- Shell Smash
- Ice Beam
- Surf
- Hydro Pump
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Ice Beam
- Rapid Spin
- Water Spout
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Shell Smash
- Surf
- Aqua Jet
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Ice Beam
- Rain Dance
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Ice Beam
- Rapid Spin
- Water Spout
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Shell Smash
- Surf
- Aqua Jet
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Ice Beam
- Rain Dance
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Shell Smash
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Shell Smash
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Squirtle. TMs unlock coverage across 7 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Wave Crash and Hydro Pump into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Squirtle. TMs unlock coverage across 9 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Hydro Pump and Muddy Water into something with actual range.
The natural movepool does the job, but Aqua Jet and Aqua Ring from the egg pool give Squirtle something extra.
The natural movepool does the job, but Aqua Jet and Aqua Ring from the egg pool give Squirtle something extra.
No wild encounters for Squirtle in Scarlet & Violet. It's available in Red, Yellow, or Brilliant Diamond and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
No wild encounters for Squirtle in Legends: Z-A. It's available in Red, Yellow, or Brilliant Diamond and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
6 encounter spots for Squirtle at moderate rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Best Locations to Catch Squirtle in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
You can catch Squirtle through 6 walking encounters from Lv. 58-63, but availability differs between Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. Some spots are exclusive to one version.
No wild encounters for Squirtle in Sword & Shield. It's available in Red, Yellow, or Brilliant Diamond and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Level 16 gets you Wartortle. Quick enough that Squirtle barely slows you down.
You can run Squirtle through the first few routes without issues. 314 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Wartortle as fast as you can.
You won't have trouble finding Squirtle. It's been around since Legends: Z-A and appears in 21 games total. Latest appearances: Yellow and Red & Blue.
One of the original 151, Squirtle has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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