Araquanid is a Water/Bug-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Alola region (#752, Generation 7). With a max CP of 2,065 and base stats of 126/219/169 (Atk/Def/Sta), Araquanid has a total stat product of 514.
Araquanid is weak to Electric, Flying, Rock-type moves. It resists Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel, Water-type attacks. Araquanid is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Bug Bite (10 DPS), while Infestation generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).
Raid Guide
Araquanid as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsAraquanid is not currently available as a raid boss. When Araquanid returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Araquanid from raids would have 1044 CP at level 20, or 1305 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Araquanid
Araquanid is weak to Electric, Flying, Rock-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Araquanid
Araquanid evolves from Dewpider using 50 Candy.
A Shadow version of Araquanid is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Araquanid knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Araquanid as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Araquanid Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Araquanid in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Araquanid from raids or eggs will show 1,044 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Araquanid is a Water/Bug-type Pokemon with a stat total of 514. With its bulk spread of 219 Defense and 169 Stamina, Araquanid has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Electric, Flying, Rock-type moves when using Araquanid. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Araquanid's performance.
Araquanid's moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Araquanid much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Araquanid?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Araquanid is a Water/Bug-type Pokemon with base stats of 126/219/169 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,065. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Araquanid may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Araquanid deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.