bibarel

Bibarel is a Normal/Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Normal / Water

Abilities:

• Simple: Doubles the effectiveness of stat changes
• Unaware: Ignores the opposing Pokémon's stat changes
• Moody (Hidden Ability): Randomly raises one stat by two stages and lowers another by one stage at the end of each turn

Physical Characteristics:

• Bibarel resembles a large beaver with a stout, brown body and a round, flattened tail
• It has a yellow "mask" pattern on its face, resembling buck teeth
• Its forearms are equipped with webbed hands, ideal for swimming
• The tail is dark brown, paddle-like, aiding in swimming and balance

Behavior and Habitat:

• Bibarel is often found in bodies of freshwater, like rivers and lakes
• It builds elaborate dams and lodges out of logs and mud, showcasing its industrious nature
• Known to be calm and diligent, it works tirelessly to maintain its habitat
• Generally peaceful, it coexists well with other Pokémon

In Battle:

• Bibarel can act as a versatile Pokémon due to its dual typing and abilities
• Often utilized for its ability to manipulate stat changes with Simple and Moody
• Notable moves include: Hyper Fang, Waterfall, and Superpower
• Strong against Ghost and Fire types but weak against Electric, Grass, and Fighting types

Evolution:

• Evolves from Bidoof starting at level 15

Interesting Facts:

• Bibarel is known for its engineering skills, much like a real beaver
• Despite its Normal/Water typing, it is often overlooked in favor of more aggressive water-type Pokémon
• Its name likely derives from "beaver" and "barrel," referencing its shape and nature

This summary captures Bibarel's unique characteristics, abilities, and role within the Pokémon world, highlighting why it's a fascinating species to both study and train.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: It makes its nest by damming streams with bark and mud. It is known as an industrious worker.
• Pearl: While its movements out of water are sluggish, it can swim as fast as any FEEBAS.
• Platinum: A river dammed by BIBAREL will never overflow its banks, which is appreciated by people nearby.
• Heartgold: It busily makes its nest with stacks of branches and roots it has cut up with its sharp incisors.
• Soulsilver: It busily makes its nest with stacks of branches and roots it has cut up with its sharp incisors.
• Black: A river dammed by Bibarel will never overflow its banks, which is appreciated by people nearby.
• White: A river dammed by Bibarel will never overflow its banks, which is appreciated by people nearby.
• Black-2: A river dammed by Bibarel will never overflow its banks, which is appreciated by people nearby.
• White-2: A river dammed by Bibarel will never overflow its banks, which is appreciated by people nearby.
• X: It busily makes its nest with stacks of branches and roots it has cut up with its sharp incisors.
• Y: It makes its nest by damming streams with bark and mud. It is known as an industrious worker.
• Omega-Ruby: It busily makes its nest with stacks of branches and roots it has cut up with its sharp incisors.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It makes its nest by damming streams with bark and mud. It is known as an industrious worker.
• Legends-Arceus: Bibarel fur repels water and is also a fantastic material for heat retention. These Pokémon create dams on rivers to live in.