Mud Slap
Skull Bash
Barbaracle is a Rock/Water-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kalos region (#689, Generation 6). With a max CP of 3,025 and base stats of 194/205/176 (Atk/Def/Sta), Barbaracle has a total stat product of 575.
Barbaracle is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves (double weak to Grass). It resists Fire, Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Barbaracle 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 Mud Slap (12.7 DPS), while Fury Cutter generates energy the fastest (16 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Barbaracle as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsBarbaracle is not currently available as a raid boss. When Barbaracle returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Barbaracle from raids would have 1528 CP at level 20, or 1911 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Barbaracle
Barbaracle is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Barbaracle
Barbaracle evolves from Binacle using 50 Candy.
Walking Barbaracle as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Barbaracle Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Barbaracle in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Barbaracle from raids or eggs will show 1,528 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Barbaracle is a Rock/Water-type Pokemon with a stat total of 575. With its bulk spread of 205 Defense and 176 Stamina, Barbaracle has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Barbaracle's double weakness to Grass-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Barbaracle very quickly.
Barbaracle's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Barbaracle much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Barbaracle?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Barbaracle is a Rock/Water-type Pokemon with base stats of 194/205/176 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 3,025. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Barbaracle 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.