How do you get Espathra in Pokemon GO?

Espathra can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Espathra as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

#0956

Espathra

Q: What are Espathra's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Espathra is a Psychic-type Pokemon weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Espathra, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Espathra resists Fighting, Psychic-type moves.

Q: What is Espathra's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Espathra's maximum CP is 2,800 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,477 at level 40. Its base stats are 204 Attack, 127 Defense, and 216 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 547. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Espathra?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Espathra has 1415 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1769 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,800 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Espathra showing 1415 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Espathra be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Espathra availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Psychic

Max CP 2,800 Confusion + Psychic Windy

Flittle | Tinkatink

Espathra: a Psychic-type collectible that caps at 2,800 CP. Max CP 2,800.

Stats

Max CP

2,800

Lv.40: 2,477 Lv.50: 2,800

Attack 204

Defense 127

Stamina 216

Total 547

Buddy 3.0 km Gen 9 · Paldea 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Confusion STAB

12.7

DPS

19.0 PWR 14 EN 1.5s DUR 9.3 EPS Windy

Peck

DPS

10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Dazzling Gleam

28.6

DPS

100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Psybeam STAB

21.7

DPS

65.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Psychic STAB Buff

31.7

DPS

95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Psyshock STAB

DPS

60.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Confusion (12.7 DPS), while Peck generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Flittle

50 Candy

Espathra

Forms & Variants

Flittle

Espathra

Raid Guide

Espathra as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Espathra is not currently available as a raid boss. When Espathra returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Espathra from raids would have 1415 CP at level 20, or 1769 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Espathra

Espathra evolves from Flittle using 50 Candy.

Walking Espathra as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Espathra Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Espathra in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

61 – 2,141 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

61 – 2,318 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,377 – 1,450 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,713 – 1,804 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,377 – 1,450 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,041 – 1,097 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,377 – 1,450 CP

A 100% IV Espathra from raids or eggs will show 1,415 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Espathra is a Psychic-type Pokemon with a stat total of 547. With its bulk spread of 127 Defense and 216 Stamina, Espathra has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Bug, Dark, Ghost-type moves when using Espathra. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Espathra's performance.

Espathra's moves get a damage boost in Windy 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 Espathra much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Espathra?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Espathra is a Psychic-type Pokemon with base stats of 204/127/216 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,800. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Espathra 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Espathra in Pokemon GO?

Espathra has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Espathra for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.

What are Espathra's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Espathra is weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost-type moves. On the other hand, Espathra resists Fighting, Psychic-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Espathra effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

What is Espathra's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Espathra's maximum CP is 2,800 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,477 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Espathra's CP is calculated from its base stats: 204 Attack, 127 Defense, and 216 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Espathra caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,415 CP, or 1,769 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Espathra?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Espathra has the following CP at key levels: 1,061 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,415 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,769 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,800 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Espathra, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Espathra ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

How to get Espathra in Pokemon GO?

Espathra is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Flittle with 50 Candy). Espathra can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Espathra be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Espathra's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Espathra availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 35 CP

L5 334 CP

L10 708 CP

L15 1,061 CP

L20 1,415 CP

L25 1,769 CP

L30 2,123 CP

L35 2,300 CP

L40 2,477 CP

L50 2,800 CP

L1 35

L2 109

L3 184

L4 259

L5 334

L6 408

L7 483

L8 558

L9 633

L10 708

L11 778

L12 849

L13 920

L14 991

L15 1,061

L16 1,132

L17 1,203

L18 1,274

L19 1,344

L20 1,415

L21 1,486

L22 1,557

L23 1,627

L24 1,698

L25 1,769

L26 1,840

L27 1,911

L28 1,981

L29 2,052

L30 2,123

L31 2,158

L32 2,194

L33 2,229

L34 2,265

L35 2,300

L36 2,335

L37 2,371

L38 2,406

L39 2,441

L40 2,477

L41 2,508

L42 2,540

L43 2,572

L44 2,604

L45 2,636

L46 2,668

L47 2,701

L48 2,734

L49 2,767

L50 2,800

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #956

Generation Gen 9

Region Paldea

Height 1.90 m

Weight 90.00 kg

Buddy Distance 3.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy