Shadow Croconaw Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,947, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Croconaw good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Croconaw has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 1,947 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

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

Shadow Croconaw has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Shadow Croconaw's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Croconaw is a Water-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Grass-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Croconaw, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Croconaw resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves.

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

Shadow Croconaw's maximum CP is 1,947 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,722 at level 40. Its base stats are 150 Attack, 142 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 455. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Croconaw?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Croconaw has 984 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1230 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,947 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Croconaw showing 984 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Shadow Croconaw in Pokemon GO?

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

Q: Can Shadow Croconaw be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Croconaw 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

Highest damage: Scratch Ice Punch

Ice Punch costs 33 energy for 50 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Croconaw takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Electric1.6× Grass1.6×

Resists

Fire0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 150

Defense 142

Stamina 163

Stat total: 455
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 984 CP

Editor's notes

Is Shadow Croconaw worth building?

Fine to keep, but not a priority power-up. Shadow Croconaw is a Water-type Pokémon that caps at 1,947 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Croconaw is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Croconaw moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Scratch Best	Normal	6	4	0.5s	12	8
Water Gun STAB	Water	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Crunch	Dark	65	33	3.0s	21.7	1.97
Ice Punch Best	Ice	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Water Pulse STAB	Water	65	50	3.0s	21.7	1.30

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Scratch	Normal	4	2	—	—	—
Water Gun	Water	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Crunch	Dark	70	45	1.56	Buff / debuff
Ice Punch	Ice	60	40	1.50	—
Water Pulse	Water	80	50	1.60	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Scratch (12 DPS); Water Gun builds energy fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Totodile 25 Candy

Croconaw 100 Candy

Feraligatr

Family

Totodile

Croconaw

Feraligatr

Shadow forms Shadow Totodile Shadow Croconaw Shadow Feraligatr

How to get Shadow Croconaw

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Croconaw knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	41	1,489
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	41	1,612
Raid Catch	Lv 20	949	1,009
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,180	1,255
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	949	1,009
Research Encounter	Lv 15	717	762
GO Battle League	Lv 20	949	1,009

Is Shadow Croconaw good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Shadow Croconaw has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (142 Defense / 163 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 10,000 Dust and 25 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	24
Lv 2	76
Lv 3	128
Lv 4	180
Lv 5	232
Lv 6	284
Lv 7	336
Lv 8	388
Lv 9	440
Lv 10	492
Lv 11	541
Lv 12	590
Lv 13	639

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	689
Lv 15	738
Lv 16	787
Lv 17	836
Lv 18	886
Lv 19	935
Lv 20	984
Lv 21	1,033
Lv 22	1,082
Lv 23	1,132
Lv 24	1,181
Lv 25	1,230
Lv 26	1,279

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,329
Lv 28	1,378
Lv 29	1,427
Lv 30	1,476
Lv 31	1,501
Lv 32	1,525
Lv 33	1,550
Lv 34	1,575
Lv 35	1,599
Lv 36	1,624
Lv 37	1,648
Lv 38	1,673
Lv 39	1,698

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,722
Lv 41	1,744
Lv 42	1,766
Lv 43	1,788
Lv 44	1,811
Lv 45	1,833
Lv 46	1,856
Lv 47	1,878
Lv 48	1,901
Lv 49	1,924
Lv 50	1,947

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0159
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.09 m
Weight: 25.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 100
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0159_POKEMON_CROCONAW_SHADOW

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Shadow Croconaw in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Croconaw's best moveset is Scratch (fast) with Ice Punch (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Croconaw's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Croconaw takes super effective damage from Electric, Grass-type moves. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Croconaw's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Croconaw reaches 1,947 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,722 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Croconaw?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Croconaw shows 984 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,230 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Shadow Croconaw in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Croconaw spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.

Can Shadow Croconaw be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Croconaw depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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