Toucannon Best Moveset
120 Attack on Normal/Flying with AbilitySkill Link guaranteeing 5-hit MoveBullet Seed and MoveRock Blast. AbilitySheer Force boosts secondary-effect moves instead. MoveBeak Blast has priority charging that burns anything that touches it during charge. The moveset hits hard physically with multi-hit bypassing Focus Sash and Substitute. 60 Speed is the limiting factor.
Beak Blast charged and burned attackers on contact in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Sheer Force boosted other moves. 120 Attack from 60 Speed.
Best Moves
Best Build
Toucannon best EVs are Attack and HP
Physical Tank Moveset
- Beak Blast
- Rock Blast
- Bullet Seed
- Defog
Recommended Teammates
Same slow attacker in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Beak Blast was unique but 60 Speed took a hit every turn. Two gens of the same rhythm.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Beak Blast
- Rock Blast
- Bullet Seed
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Toucannon Weakness
Electric, Ice, and Rock moves hit Toucannon for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Ghost-type moves can't touch it at all. With 80 HP and balanced defenses, Toucannon can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Ghost |
What is Toucannon Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Toucannon
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Recommended Build AbilityProtosynthesis ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Toucannon View Great Tusk builds →Rapid Spin19-23% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Toucannon View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn12-14% Scald7-8% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityVesselofruin ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves View Ting-Lu builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves View Landorus-Therian builds →
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Evolution
End of the line. Toucannon caps a three-stage chain that started at Pikipek. Breeding produces the base form, and eggs are quick to hatch. HP grew the most through evolution (+45 over Pikipek), and Toucannon peaks at 485 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Toucannon to get Pikipek eggs easily using 73 partners from the Flying egg group.
How to Get Toucannon
moderate rates across 4 locations for Toucannon in endgame routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Toucannon in SV
The path to Toucannon starts with Pikipek at Lv. 50-80 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch PikipekCoastal BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 3Toucannon ✓Coastal BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCoastal BiomeLv.67Overworldor evolve from Trumbeak (Step 2)
Toucannon starts showing up in mid-game routes at moderate rates across 12 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Toucannon in USUM
Pikipek is your first catch on the way to Toucannon. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 2-57 across 68 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch PikipekRoute 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 25%NightRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 25%NightRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 25%NightRoute 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 20%Route 1 - SouthLv.11-14GrassRate 20%Route 5Lv.13-16GrassRate 20%Route 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 15%DayRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 15%DayRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 15%DayPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedLv.21-27Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedLv.37-43Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedLv.49-55Gift from NPC
Step 2Catch or Evolve TrumbeakRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 30%Lush Jungle - NorthLv.19-22GrassRate 21%DayLush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassRate 21%DayLush Jungle - WestLv.19-22GrassRate 21%DayRoute 11Lv.26-29GrassRate 20%Lush Jungle - NorthLv.19-22GrassUltra MoonSOS from OranguruLush Jungle - NorthLv.19-22GrassUltra SunSOS from PassimianLush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassUltra SunSOS from PassimianLush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassUltra MoonSOS from OranguruLush Jungle - WestLv.19-22GrassUltra SunSOS from PassimianLush Jungle - WestLv.19-22GrassUltra MoonSOS from OranguruLush Jungle - NorthLv.19-22GrassRate 1%NightLush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassRate 1%NightLush Jungle - WestLv.19-22GrassRate 1%NightPoni GroveLv.52-55GrassRate 30%Poni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 30%Poni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Poni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Poni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 10%or evolve from Pikipek (Step 1)
Step 3Toucannon ✓Route 11Lv.26-29GrassSOS from TrumbeakPoni GroveLv.52-55GrassSOS from TrumbeakPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassSOS from TrumbeakPoni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassSOS from TrumbeakPoni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassSOS from TrumbeakPoni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassSOS from Trumbeakor evolve from Trumbeak (Step 2)
No wild encounters for Toucannon. The 3-stage chain runs through Pikipek, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 28 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Toucannon in SM
Pikipek is your first catch on the way to Toucannon. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 2-57 across 48 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Catch PikipekRoute 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 30%Route 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 25%NightRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 25%NightRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 25%NightRoute 1 - WestLv.3-5GrassRate 20%Route 1 - SouthLv.10-13GrassRate 20%Route 5Lv.13-16GrassRate 20%Route 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 15%DayRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 15%DayRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 15%DayRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassSOS from TrumbeakPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedLv.21-27Gift from NPCRate 6%Poké Pelago - Poni Island reachedLv.37-43Gift from NPCRate 5%Poké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedLv.49-55Gift from NPCRate 4%
- Step 2Catch or Evolve TrumbeakRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 30%Lush Jungle - NorthLv.18-21GrassRate 20%SOS from OranguruLush Jungle - SouthLv.18-21GrassRate 20%SOS from OranguruLush Jungle - WestLv.18-21GrassRate 20%SOS from OranguruRoute 11Lv.24-27GrassRate 20%Poni GroveLv.52-55GrassRate 30%Poni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 30%Poni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Poni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Poni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 10%or evolve from Pikipek (Step 1)
- Step 3Toucannon ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Toucannon egg.
Base Stats
Attack and HP carry most of Toucannon's stat budget. Speed's the obvious dump stat. Tough to catch and yields 3 Attack EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Known for forming harmonious couples, this Pokémon is brought to wedding ceremonies as a good luck charm.
Toucannon Guide
Sheer Force changes the entire equation for Toucannon. The 485 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier as a wallbreaker.
Sheer Force is what you want on Toucannon. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Keen Eye, Skill Link) work on paper but Sheer Force is what makes Toucannon worth using.
At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Toucannon is a physical attacker with base 120 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a wallbreaker.
Run Beakblast, Rock Blast, Bullet Seed, and Knock Off on Toucannon. Beakblast is the most common pick at 0% usage. This set covers the wallbreaker role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Toucannon joined the series in Sun & Moon and has been available in 3 titles so far. With 4 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1RB
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 7SMDebut
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