turtwig

Turtwig is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Grass

Abilities:

• Overgrow: Powers up Grass-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
• Shell Armor (Hidden Ability): Protects the Pokémon from critical hits.

Physical Characteristics:

• Turtwig is a small, turtle-like Pokémon with a green body.
• It has a brown shell on its back, reminiscent of a seed or dirt mound.
• Its face is round with large eyes and a small, triangular-shaped nose.
• A sprout with two leaves grows from the top of its head, which is a characteristic feature of its species.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Turtwig typically resides near clean water sources, such as ponds and lakes, where it can stay hydrated, as its shell is made of soil that hardens when it dries out.
• Known to bask in the sun, Turtwig absorbs sunlight to gain energy, similar to photosynthesis in plants.
• It is a gentle and calm Pokémon, often forming close bonds with its trainers.

In Battle:

• Turtwig is known for its defensive capabilities and high endurance.
• It relies on moves like Razor Leaf and Bite to deal damage.
• Strong against Water, Ground, and Rock types due to its Grass typing.
• Vulnerable to Fire, Flying, Bug, Poison, and Ice types.

Evolution:

• Turtwig evolves into Grotle starting at level 18.
• Grotle further evolves into Torterra starting at level 32.

Interesting Facts:

• Turtwig's design is inspired by a turtle, and its plant-like characteristics are often compared to bonsai trees.
• In the Pokémon anime, Ash's rival, Paul, had a Turtwig that eventually evolved into a Torterra.
• The sprout on its head is a symbol of its connection to nature, and it is said to be sensitive to the environment.

Turtwig's combination of earthy and plant-like features makes it a unique and beloved starter Pokémon among fans of the series.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: Made from soil, the shell on its back hardens when it drinks water. It lives along lakes.
• Pearl: It undertakes photosynthesis with its body, making oxygen. The leaf on its head wilts if it is thirsty.
• Platinum: The shell on its back is made of soil. On a very healthy TURTWIG, the shell should feel moist.
• Heartgold: Photosynthesis occurs across its body under the sun. The shell on its back is actually hardened soil.
• Soulsilver: Photosynthesis occurs across its body under the sun. The shell on its back is actually hardened soil.
• Black: The shell on its back is made of soil. On a very healthy Turtwig, the shell should feel moist.
• White: The shell on its back is made of soil. On a very healthy Turtwig, the shell should feel moist.
• Black-2: The shell on its back is made of soil. On a very healthy Turtwig, the shell should feel moist.
• White-2: The shell on its back is made of soil. On a very healthy Turtwig, the shell should feel moist.
• X: Photosynthesis occurs across its body under the sun. The shell on its back is actually hardened soil.
• Y: It undertakes photosynthesis with its body, making oxygen. The leaf on its head wilts if it is thirsty.
• Omega-Ruby: Photosynthesis occurs across its body under the sun. The shell on its back is actually hardened soil.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It undertakes photosynthesis with its body, making oxygen. The leaf on its head wilts if it is thirsty.
• Legends-Arceus: This Pokémon becomes more energetic the more sunlight there is. The part resembling a shell is similar to silt and is slightly damp and warm to the touch.