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Shadow Carracosta is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#565, Generation 5). With a max CP of 2,964 and base stats of 192/197/179 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Carracosta has a total stat product of 568.
Shadow Carracosta is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves (double weak to Grass). It resists Fire, Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Shadow Carracosta is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Rock Throw (13 DPS), while Water Gun generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Carracosta as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Carracosta is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Carracosta returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Carracosta from raids would have 1498 CP at level 20, or 1872 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Carracosta
Shadow Carracosta can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Carracosta is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Carracosta 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 Shadow Carracosta as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Shadow Carracosta Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Carracosta in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Carracosta from raids or eggs will show 1,498 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Carracosta is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 568. With its bulk spread of 197 Defense and 179 Stamina, Shadow Carracosta has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Carracosta's double weakness to Grass-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Carracosta very quickly.
Shadow Carracosta'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 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Carracosta much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Carracosta?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Shadow Carracosta is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon with base stats of 192/197/179 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,964. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Shadow Carracosta 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.