How do you get Pheromosa in Pokemon GO?

Pheromosa can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Pheromosa as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

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Pheromosa

Q: What is the best moveset for Pheromosa in Pokemon GO?

Pheromosa's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Bug Bite and Bug Buzz. This combination provides the highest damage output for raids and gym battles. Use a Charged TM or Fast TM to get the optimal moves.

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

Pheromosa is a Bug/Fighting-type Pokemon weak to Flying, Fairy, Fire, Psychic-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Flying-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Pheromosa, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Pheromosa resists Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, Ground-type moves.

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

Pheromosa's maximum CP is 3,213 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,842 at level 40. Its base stats are 316 Attack, 85 Defense, and 174 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 575. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Pheromosa?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Pheromosa has 1624 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2030 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,213 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Pheromosa showing 1624 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Pheromosa be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Pheromosa 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.

Bug Fighting

Max CP 3,213 Bug Bite + Bug Buzz Cloudy Rainy

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Pheromosa is a Bug/Fighting-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Alola region (#795, Generation 7). With a max CP of 3,213 and base stats of 316/85/174 (Atk/Def/Sta), Pheromosa has a total stat product of 575. Pheromosa's best moveset is Bug Bite and Bug Buzz, making it a competitive Bug-type attacker for raids.

Pheromosa is weak to Flying, Fairy, Fire, Psychic-type moves (double weak to Flying). It resists Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, Ground-type attacks. Pheromosa is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

3,213

Lv.40: 2,842 Lv.50: 3,213

Attack 316

Defense 85

Stamina 174

Total 575

Buddy 20.0 km Gen 7 · Alola 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Rankings

Raid Attacker

Bug Attacker

16.8

DPS

306

TDO

Bug Bite

Bug Buzz

Fighting Attacker

#13

17.2

DPS

314

TDO

Low Kick

Focus Blast

Moves

Fast Moves

Bug Bite STAB

DPS

5.0 PWR 6 EN 0.5s DUR 12 EPS Rainy

Low Kick STAB

DPS

5.0 PWR 5 EN 0.5s DUR 10 EPS Cloudy

Charged Moves

Bug Buzz STAB Buff

27.1

DPS

95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Close Combat STAB Buff

DPS

105.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR

Focus Blast STAB

DPS

140.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR

Lunge STAB Buff

18.3

DPS

55.0 PWR 33 EN 3.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Pheromosa's best offensive moveset is Bug Bite combined with Bug Buzz, achieving 16.8 DPS and 306 TDO as a Bug-type attacker (ranked #7, Tier A). Alternatively, Pheromosa can serve as a Fighting-type attacker with Low Kick and Focus Blast (#13, Tier B).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Bug Bite (10 DPS), while Bug Bite generates energy the fastest (12 EPS).

Raid Guide

Pheromosa as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Pheromosa is not currently available as a raid boss. When Pheromosa returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Pheromosa from raids would have 1624 CP at level 20, or 2030 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Pheromosa

Mega Rayquaza

Air Slash + Hurricane

115.0 DPS

Shadow Tornadus (Therian)

Gust + Bleakwind Storm

Wing Attack + Sky Attack

Shadow Articuno (Galarian)

Shadow Tornadus (Incarnate)

Air Slash + Hurricane

97.8 DPS

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

Pheromosa as Raid Counter

Pheromosa is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.

How to Get Pheromosa

Pheromosa can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Pheromosa as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Pheromosa Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

70 – 2,456 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

70 – 2,659 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,576 – 1,664 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,961 – 2,070 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,576 – 1,664 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,192 – 1,258 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,576 – 1,664 CP

A 100% IV Pheromosa from raids or eggs will show 1,624 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Pheromosa is a Bug/Fighting-type Pokemon with a stat total of 575. With its high Attack stat (316), Pheromosa is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Be careful of Pheromosa's double weakness to Flying-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Pheromosa very quickly.

Pheromosa's moves get a damage boost in Cloudy and Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Pheromosa much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Pheromosa?

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

Highly Recommended
Pheromosa is a top-tier Bug-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #7 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 3,213 at level 50 and base stats of 316/85/174 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Bug Bite and Bug Buzz for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Bug-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Pheromosa in Pokemon GO?

Pheromosa's best moveset is Bug Bite (fast) and Bug Buzz (charged), providing 16.8 DPS as a Bug-type attacker. This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move.

What are Pheromosa's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Pheromosa is weak to Flying, Fairy, Fire, Psychic-type moves. It has a double weakness to Flying, taking 156% more damage from these types. When battling Pheromosa, prioritize using Flying-type attackers to exploit this double weakness for maximum effectiveness. On the other hand, Pheromosa resists Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, Ground-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Pheromosa 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 Pheromosa's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Pheromosa's maximum CP is 3,213 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,842 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. Pheromosa's CP is calculated from its base stats: 316 Attack, 85 Defense, and 174 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 Pheromosa caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,624 CP, or 2,030 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Pheromosa?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Pheromosa has the following CP at key levels: 1,218 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,624 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,030 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,213 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Pheromosa, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Pheromosa 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 Pheromosa in Pokemon GO?

Pheromosa can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Pheromosa can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Pheromosa be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Pheromosa'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 Pheromosa availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 40 CP

L5 383 CP

L10 812 CP

L15 1,218 CP

L20 1,624 CP

L25 2,030 CP

L30 2,436 CP

L35 2,639 CP

L40 2,842 CP

L50 3,213 CP

L1 40

L2 125

L3 211

L4 297

L5 383

L6 469

L7 554

L8 640

L9 726

L10 812

L11 893

L12 974

L13 1,055

L14 1,136

L15 1,218

L16 1,299

L17 1,380

L18 1,461

L19 1,542

L20 1,624

L21 1,705

L22 1,786

L23 1,867

L24 1,948

L25 2,030

L26 2,111

L27 2,192

L28 2,273

L29 2,355

L30 2,436

L31 2,476

L32 2,517

L33 2,558

L34 2,598

L35 2,639

L36 2,679

L37 2,720

L38 2,760

L39 2,801

L40 2,842

L41 2,878

L42 2,914

L43 2,951

L44 2,987

L45 3,024

L46 3,061

L47 3,099

L48 3,137

L49 3,175

L50 3,213

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #795

Generation Gen 7

Region Alola

Height 1.80 m

Weight 25.00 kg

Buddy Distance 20.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy