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Foongus

Max CP
1,107
Best
Feint Attack
Grass Knot
Sunny Cloudy

Foongus is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#590, Generation 5). With a max CP of 1,107 and base stats of 97/91/170 (Atk/Def/Sta), Foongus has a total stat product of 358.

Foongus is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. It resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks. Foongus is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
1,107
Lv.40: 979 Lv.50: 1,107
Attack 97
Defense 91
Stamina 170
Total 358
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 5 · Unova 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Moves

Fast Moves

Ghost
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog
Dark
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Normal
25
DPS
50.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR
Grass
Energy Ball STAB Buff
22.5
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR
Grass
Grass Knot STAB
36
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Feint Attack (11 DPS), while Astonish generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Raid Guide

Foongus as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Foongus is not currently available as a raid boss. When Foongus returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Foongus from raids would have 559 CP at level 20, or 699 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Foongus

Foongus is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Foongus

Foongus can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Foongus is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Foongus knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Foongus as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Foongus Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
22 – 846 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
22 – 916 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
527 – 573 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
656 – 713 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
527 – 573 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
399 – 433 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
527 – 573 CP

A 100% IV Foongus from raids or eggs will show 559 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Foongus is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with a stat total of 358. With its bulk spread of 91 Defense and 170 Stamina, Foongus has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves when using Foongus. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Foongus's performance.

Foongus's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Cloudy 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 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Foongus much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Foongus?

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
Foongus is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with base stats of 97/91/170 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,107. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Foongus 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 Foongus 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Foongus in Pokemon GO?
Foongus has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section above for full details.
What are Foongus's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Foongus is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. On the other hand, Foongus resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks.
What is Foongus's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Foongus's maximum CP is 1,107 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 979 at level 40. A 100% IV Foongus caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 559 CP, or 699 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Foongus?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Foongus has the following CP at key levels: 419 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 559 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 699 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 1,107 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Foongus better than regular?
Shadow Foongus deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Foongus is generally better due to the higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the matchup — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles where survivability matters. Shadow Foongus comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Foongus in Pokemon GO?
Foongus can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Foongus can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 13 CP
L5 132 CP
L10 279 CP
L15 419 CP
L20 559 CP
L25 699 CP
L30 839 CP
L35 909 CP
L40 979 CP
L50 1,107 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #590
Generation Gen 5
Region Unova
Height 0.20 m
Weight 1.00 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 1,000 Dust / 1 Candy