Venonat Best Moveset
Bug/Poison at 40 Sp. Atk and 45 Speed. AbilityCompound Eyes boosts accuracy, which helps MoveSleep Powder land, but the moveset has no offensive output to follow up. Pre-evolution stats with one useful support move. Evolve to Venomoth for 90 Sp. Atk and AbilityTinted Lens that ignores resistances.
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen I (Red, Blue & Yellow). This was Venonat's competitive peak. A key development: had a combined Special stat of 40.
Best Moves
Best Build
Screens Setter Moveset
- Reflect
- Psychic
- Mega Drain
- Double Edge
Recommended Teammates
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen II (Gold, Silver & Crystal). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation.
Utility Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Leech Life
- Poison Powder
- Toxic
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Lum Berry, favoring a Timid nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Substitute
- Mimic
- Sleep Powder
- Stun Spore
Recommended Teammates
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Tintedlens with Black Sludge, favoring a Quiet nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Morning Sun
- Solar Beam
- Sunny Day
Recommended Teammates
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Wall Moveset
- Disable
- Toxic Spikes
- Sleep Powder
- Stun Spore
Recommended Teammates
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Berryjuice, favoring a Timid nature.
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Toxic Spikes
- Sleep Powder
- Signal Beam
- Thief
Recommended Teammates
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic Spikes
- Sleep Powder
- Morning Sun
- Poison Fang
Recommended Teammates
Venonat saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Venonat maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Eviolite, favoring a Hardy nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Sleep Powder
- Toxic
- Stun Spore
- Morning Sun
Recommended Teammates
Venonat Weakness
Venonat is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, and Rock. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. 4 weaknesses is about average, nothing too hard to play around.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Bug, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting |
What is Venonat Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Venonat
Salamence's Earthquake hits Venonat for 54-64%. Alakazam's Psychic also KOs at 125-148%.
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Venonat View Salamence builds →Earthquake54-64% | ||
 Alakazam Psychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Venonat View Alakazam builds →Psychic 2x125-148%KO Shadow Ball37-44% Dazzling Gleam18-22% | ||
 Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Venonat View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off79-93% Stone Edge 2x243-286%KO | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Venonat View Incineroar builds →Knock Off32-37% Flare Blitz 2x117-137%KO | ||
Evolution
Venonat evolves into Venomoth. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 145 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Venonat easily with 91 breeding partners from the Bug egg group.
How to Get Venonat
decent spawn rates for Venonat across 14 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Venonat in SV
The path to Venonat starts with Venonat at Lv. 17-80 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Venonat ✓East Province (Area One) - ForestLv.17-25OverworldRate 24%East Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.17-25OverworldRate 24%North Province (Area One) - ForestLv.17-25OverworldRate 24%North Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.17-25OverworldRate 24%Tagtree Thicket - ForestLv.17-25OverworldRate 24%Coastal BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into VenomothThe Great Crater of PaldeaLv.31-60OverworldRate 12%Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightEast Province (Area One) - ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightEast Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightNorth Province (Area One) - Bamboo ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightNorth Province (Area One) - ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightNorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightTagtree Thicket - ForestLv.31-50OverworldRate 8%NightSavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.58Overworldor evolve from Venonat (Step 1)
Venonat appears at moderate rates across 16 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Venonat in BDSP
Venonat is your first catch on the way to Venonat. You'll find walking and special encounters from Lv. 22-63 across 32 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Venonat ✓Route 229Lv.22Using PokeRadarRate 2%Bogsunk CavernLv.58-63GrassPost-gameGrassland CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameRiverbank CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStill-Water CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameSunlit CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameSwampy CaveLv.58-63GrassPost-game
Step 2Catch or Evolve into VenomothRoute 229Lv.50Using PokeRadarRate 20%Bogsunk CavernLv.58-63GrassPost-gameGrassland CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameRiverbank CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStill-Water CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameSunlit CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameSwampy CaveLv.58-63GrassPost-gameor evolve from Venonat (Step 1)
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 8 locations. Venonat's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Venonat in LGPE
Venonat is your first catch on the way to Venonat. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-38 across 12 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Venonat ✓Route 24Lv.7-12GrassLet's Go PikachuRate 30%Route 25Lv.9-14GrassLet's Go PikachuRate 30%Route 24Lv.7-12GrassLet's Go EeveeRate 20%Route 25Lv.9-14GrassLet's Go EeveeRate 20%Route 14Lv.33-38GrassRate 15%Route 15Lv.33-38GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into VenomothRoute 14Lv.33-38GrassRate 9%Route 15Lv.33-38GrassRate 9%or evolve from Venonat (Step 1)
Venonat can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Venonat from Red & Blue, Yellow, or FireRed & LeafGreen and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Venonat in USUM
- Step 1Venonat ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Red & BlueNot TradeableAppears in Red & Blue via Walking · Route 12. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom YellowNot TradeableAppears in Yellow via Walking · Route 15. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Gold & SilverNot TradeableAppears in Gold & Silver via Walking · Route 25. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Walking · Route 43. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom FireRed & LeafGreenNot TradeableAppears in FireRed & LeafGreen via Walking · Route 14. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Venomoth
Base Stats
Venonat's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Sp. Def EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Poison oozes from all over its body. It catches small bug Pokémon at night that are attracted by light.
Venonat Guide
Venonat does the job early-game if you need a Bug/Poison type on your team. Evolve it into Venomoth before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Venonat 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 1RBDebut
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 7SM
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