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Murkrow

Max CP
1,766
Best
Feint Attack
Foul Play
Fog Windy

Murkrow is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#198, Generation 2). With a max CP of 1,766 and base stats of 175/87/155 (Atk/Def/Sta), Murkrow has a total stat product of 417.

Murkrow is weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, Rock-type moves. It resists Ground, Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass-type attacks. Murkrow is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
1,766
Lv.40: 1,562 Lv.50: 1,766
Attack 175
Defense 87
Stamina 155
Total 417
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 2 · Johto 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Moves

Fast Moves

Dark
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Fog
Flying
Peck STAB
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Dark
Dark Pulse STAB
26.7
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Flying
Drill Peck STAB
28
DPS
70.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Dark
Foul Play STAB
35
DPS
70.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Feint Attack (11 DPS), while Feint Attack generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Murkrow Pokemon GO
Murkrow
100 Candy
Sinnoh Stone
Honchkrow Pokemon GO
Honchkrow

Raid Guide

Murkrow as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Murkrow is not currently available as a raid boss. When Murkrow returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Murkrow from raids would have 892 CP at level 20, or 1116 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Murkrow

Murkrow is weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, Rock-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Murkrow

Murkrow can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Murkrow is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Murkrow 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 Murkrow as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Murkrow Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
37 – 1,350 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
37 – 1,462 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
856 – 915 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,065 – 1,138 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
856 – 915 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
647 – 692 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
856 – 915 CP

A 100% IV Murkrow from raids or eggs will show 892 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Murkrow is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 417. With its high Attack stat (175), Murkrow is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Electric, Fairy, Ice, Rock-type moves when using Murkrow. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Murkrow's performance.

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

Should I Invest in Murkrow?

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
Murkrow is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 175/87/155 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,766. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Murkrow 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 Murkrow 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 Murkrow in Pokemon GO?
Murkrow has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section above for full details.
What are Murkrow's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Murkrow is weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Murkrow resists Ground, Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass-type attacks.
What is Murkrow's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Murkrow's maximum CP is 1,766 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 1,562 at level 40. A 100% IV Murkrow caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 892 CP, or 1,116 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Murkrow?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Murkrow has the following CP at key levels: 669 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 892 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,116 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 1,766 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Murkrow better than regular?
Shadow Murkrow deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Murkrow 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 Murkrow comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Murkrow in Pokemon GO?
Murkrow can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Murkrow can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 22 CP
L5 210 CP
L10 446 CP
L15 669 CP
L20 892 CP
L25 1,116 CP
L30 1,339 CP
L35 1,451 CP
L40 1,562 CP
L50 1,766 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #198
Generation Gen 2
Region Johto
Height 0.51 m
Weight 2.10 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 3,000 Dust / 3 Candy