sandaconda

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Sandaconda is a Ground-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Ground

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Behavior and Habitat:

Sandaconda is known to inhabit arid, desert-like environments where sand is abundant.
It burrows into the ground to avoid the scorching sun and to ambush prey.
This Pokémon stores sand in its body, which it expels to create a sandstorm as a defensive mechanism.
It is generally solitary and uses the sandstorm it generates to camouflage itself from predators.

In Battle:

Sandaconda excels in physical defense, making it a sturdy choice in battles.
It is capable of enduring many hits, especially from physical attackers.
Notable moves include Coil, Earthquake, and Glare.
Strong against Electric and Rock types but weak against Water and Ice types.
Its ability to create sandstorms can be strategically used to disrupt opponents and boost its own evasiveness with Sand Veil.

Evolution:

Sandaconda evolves from Silicobra starting at level 36.
Silicobra shares many of the same habitats and behaviors but is smaller and less powerful.

Interesting Facts:

Sandaconda's design is inspired by sand boas, a type of snake known for burrowing.
Its ability to create sandstorms is a nod to the real-life phenomenon where snakes use sand to deter predators.
Sandaconda's Gigantamax form features a massive sandstorm spiral around its body, emphasizing its control over sand and storms.
It was introduced in the Pokémon Sword and Shield games, where it plays a significant role in the game's environment and story.

Front Default

Back Default

Front Shiny

Back Shiny

Silicobra - 843

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Sandaconda - 844

Min. Lvl 36

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Sword: When it contracts its body, over 220 pounds of sand sprays from its nose. If it ever runs out of sand, it becomes disheartened.
Shield: Its unique style of coiling allows it to blast sand out of its sand sac more efficiently.