bidoof

bidoof

Attributes

  • Species: Bidoof
  • Base Experience: 50
  • Height: 5
  • Weight: 200
  • Is Default: True
  • Order: 530
  • Base Happiness: 70
  • Capture Rate: 255
  • Color: Brown
  • Egg Groups: Water1 , Ground
  • Gender Rate: 4
  • Has Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 15
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: False
  • Shape: Quadruped

Stats

  • HP
    59
  • Attack
    45
  • Defense
    40
  • Special Attack
    35
  • Special Defense
    40
  • Speed
    31

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Bidoof is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Normal

Abilities:

  • Simple: Doubles any stat changes, making Bidoof more susceptible to both positive and negative stat alterations.
  • Unaware: Ignores the opponent's stat changes, allowing it to take on foes with boosted stats more effectively.
  • Moody (Hidden Ability): Randomly raises one stat by two stages and lowers another by one stage every turn, creating unpredictable battle scenarios.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Small, brown, beaver-like Pokémon
  • Large, round eyes with black irises
  • Prominent buck teeth used for gnawing
  • Short, stubby limbs and a rounded body
  • A flat, paddle-shaped tail

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Commonly found near rivers, lakes, and ponds
  • Known for its industrious nature, often seen gnawing on wood to keep its teeth from growing too long
  • Works tirelessly to build dams and lodges in the wild
  • Social creatures that live in colonies

In Battle:

  • Known for its versatility and ability to adapt
  • While not the strongest in terms of stats, its abilities can turn the tide in battle
  • Notable moves: Superpower, Hyper Fang, and Amnesia
  • Strong against Ghost types due to its Normal typing being immune
  • Vulnerable to Fighting-type moves

Evolution:

  • Evolves into Bibarel starting at level 15
  • Bibarel gains a dual Water/Normal type, providing it with additional versatility

Interesting Facts:

  • Despite its seemingly simple appearance, Bidoof has gained a cult following among fans for its endearing qualities and humorous presence
  • Often used as an HM slave in earlier games due to its ability to learn a wide range of Hidden Moves
  • Its appearance and behavior are inspired by real-world beavers, known for their dam-building habits
  • Featured in the 2021 Pokémon short film "Bidoof's Big Stand," highlighting its determination and perseverance

By understanding Bidoof's characteristics and abilities, trainers can better appreciate its unique role in the Pokémon world.

Pokémon Sprites

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Front Default
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Back Default
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Front Female
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Back Female
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Front Shiny
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Back Shiny
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Front Shiny Female
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Back Shiny Female

Evolution Chain

Bidoof - 399
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Bibarel - 400
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Min. Lvl 15

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Flavor Text Entries

  • Diamond: With nerves of steel, nothing can perturb it. It is more agile and active than it appears.
  • Pearl: It constantly gnaws on logs and rocks to whittle down its front teeth. It nests alongside water.
  • Platinum: A comparison revealed that BIDOOF’s front teeth grow at the same rate as RATTATA’s.
  • Heartgold: It lives in groups by the water. It chews up boulders and trees around its nest with its incisors.
  • Soulsilver: It lives in groups by the water. It chews up boulders and trees around its nest with its incisors.
  • Black: A comparison revealed that Bidoof’s front teeth grow at the same rate as Rattata’s.
  • White: A comparison revealed that Bidoof’s front teeth grow at the same rate as Rattata’s.
  • Black-2: A comparison revealed that Bidoof’s front teeth grow at the same rate as Rattata’s.
  • White-2: A comparison revealed that Bidoof’s front teeth grow at the same rate as Rattata’s.
  • X: With nerves of steel, nothing can perturb it. It is more agile and active than it appears.
  • Y: It constantly gnaws on logs and rocks to whittle down its front teeth. It nests alongside water.
  • Omega-Ruby: With nerves of steel, nothing can perturb it. It is more agile and active than it appears.
  • Alpha-Sapphire: It constantly gnaws on logs and rocks to whittle down its front teeth. It nests alongside water.
  • Legends-Arceus: Bidoof has an unsophisticated face and is rarely flustered by anything. There have been incidents involving Bidoof sauntering into villages and gnawing on the houses without a single care.

Cards

Bidoof
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Created by Match for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Ken Sugimori for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Yusuke Ohmura for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Yuka Morii for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Tomokazu Komiya for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Atsuko Nishida for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Mitsuhiro Arita for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Sekio for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Naoyo Kimura for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Kouki Saitou for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Oswaldo Kato for the Unknown Set set.

Special Delivery Bidoof
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Created by The Pokémon Company Art Team for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Kouki Saitou for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Kagemaru Himeno for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Planeta for the Unknown Set set.

Bidoof
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Created by Akira Komayama for the Unknown Set set.