How do you get Shadow Golbat in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Golbat can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Golbat from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Golbat as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

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Shadow Golbat

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

Shadow Golbat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Golbat, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Golbat resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type moves.

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

Shadow Golbat's maximum CP is 2,234 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,976 at level 40. Its base stats are 161 Attack, 150 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 492. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Golbat has 1129 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1412 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,234 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Golbat showing 1129 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Shadow Golbat be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Golbat 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.

Poison Flying

Max CP 2,234 Bite + Shadow Ball Cloudy Windy

Zubat | Oddish

Shadow Golbat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#42, Generation 1). With a max CP of 2,234 and base stats of 161/150/181 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Golbat has a total stat product of 492.

Shadow Golbat is weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves. It resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type attacks. Shadow Golbat is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

2,234

Lv.40: 1,976 Lv.50: 2,234

Attack 161

Defense 150

Stamina 181

Total 492

Buddy 1.0 km Gen 1 · Kanto 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Bite

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog

Wing Attack STAB

DPS

10.0 PWR 11 EN 1.0s DUR 11 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Air Cutter STAB Buff

DPS

55.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Poison Fang STAB Buff

DPS

30.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Shadow Ball

33.3

DPS

100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Ominous Wind Elite Buff

DPS

55.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Bite (12 DPS), while Wing Attack generates energy the fastest (11 EPS). Note that Ominous Wind is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Evolution

Zubat

25 Candy

Golbat

100 Candy

Crobat

Forms & Variants

Raid Guide

Shadow Golbat as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Golbat is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Golbat returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Golbat from raids would have 1129 CP at level 20, or 1412 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Golbat

Shadow Golbat can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Shadow Golbat is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Golbat 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 Shadow Golbat as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Shadow Golbat Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

48 – 1,708 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

48 – 1,849 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,093 – 1,157 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,360 – 1,440 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,093 – 1,157 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

826 – 875 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,093 – 1,157 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Golbat from raids or eggs will show 1,129 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Golbat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 492. With its bulk spread of 150 Defense and 181 Stamina, Shadow Golbat has solid survivability in battles.

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

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

Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Golbat much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Golbat?

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
Shadow Golbat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 161/150/181 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,234. 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 Golbat 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Shadow Golbat has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Shadow Golbat for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.

What are Shadow Golbat's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Golbat is weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Golbat resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Golbat 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 Shadow Golbat's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Golbat's maximum CP is 2,234 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 1,976 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. Shadow Golbat's CP is calculated from its base stats: 161 Attack, 150 Defense, and 181 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 Shadow Golbat caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,129 CP, or 1,412 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Golbat?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Golbat has the following CP at key levels: 847 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,129 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,412 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,234 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Golbat, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Golbat 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 Shadow Golbat in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Golbat can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.

Can Shadow Golbat be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Golbat'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 Shadow Golbat availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 27 CP

L5 266 CP

L10 564 CP

L15 847 CP

L20 1,129 CP

L25 1,412 CP

L30 1,694 CP

L35 1,835 CP

L40 1,976 CP

L50 2,234 CP

L1 27

L2 87

L3 147

L4 206

L5 266

L6 326

L7 385

L8 445

L9 505

L10 564

L11 621

L12 677

L13 734

L14 790

L15 847

L16 903

L17 960

L18 1,016

L19 1,073

L20 1,129

L21 1,186

L22 1,242

L23 1,299

L24 1,355

L25 1,412

L26 1,468

L27 1,525

L28 1,581

L29 1,638

L30 1,694

L31 1,722

L32 1,750

L33 1,779

L34 1,807

L35 1,835

L36 1,863

L37 1,892

L38 1,920

L39 1,948

L40 1,976

L41 2,001

L42 2,027

L43 2,052

L44 2,078

L45 2,103

L46 2,129

L47 2,155

L48 2,181

L49 2,208

L50 2,234

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #42

Generation Gen 1

Region Kanto

Height 1.60 m

Weight 55.00 kg

Buddy Distance 1.0 km

Tradable No

2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy

Shadow Move Frustration

Purified Move Return

Purification Cost 1,000 Dust / 1 Candy