Shadow Pidgeot
Normal/Flying-type, Generation 1. #17 in Ultra League.
Best moveset
- Ultra League
- Wing Attack Brave Bird 72.82% wins
Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Wing Attack is an Elite TM move. Brave Bird costs 100 energy for 130 power.
Type effectiveness
Damage Shadow Pidgeot takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- Stat total
- 515
- Buddy distance
- 1.0 km per candy
- Second charged move
- 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
- 100% IV at Lv 20
- 1,216 CP
Shadow Pidgeot moves
4 fast · 7 charged
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Slash STAB | Flying | 12 | 8 | 1.0s | 12 | 8 |
| Steel Wing | Steel | 14 | 8 | 1.0s | 14 | 8 |
| Gust STAB Elite | Flying | 25 | 20 | 2.0s | 12.5 | 10 |
| Wing Attack Best STAB Elite | Flying | 10 | 11 | 1.0s | 10 | 11 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerial Ace STAB | Flying | 55 | 33 | 2.5s | 22 | 1.67 |
| Brave Bird Best STAB | Flying | 130 | 100 | 2.0s | 65 | 1.30 |
| Feather Dance STAB | Flying | 35 | 50 | 3.0s | 11.7 | 0.70 |
| Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 100 | 3.0s | 31.7 | 0.95 |
| Hurricane STAB | Flying | 105 | 100 | 2.5s | 42 | 1.05 |
| Twister | Dragon | 50 | 33 | 3.0s | 16.7 | 1.52 |
| Air Cutter STAB Elite | Flying | 55 | 50 | 2.5s | 22 | 1.10 |
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | Turns | DPT | EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Slash | Flying | 9 | 9 | 2 | 4.50 | 4.50 |
| Steel Wing | Steel | 7 | 5 | 1 | 7.00 | 5.00 |
| Gust | Flying | 16 | 14 | 3 | 5.33 | 4.67 |
| Wing Attack | Flying | 5 | 8 | 1 | 5.00 | 8.00 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DPE | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | 45 | 1.33 | — |
| Brave Bird | Flying | 130 | 55 | 2.36 | Buff / debuff |
| Feather Dance | Flying | 35 | 50 | 0.70 | Buff / debuff |
| Heat Wave | Fire | 75 | 45 | 1.67 | — |
| Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 60 | 1.83 | — |
| Twister | Dragon | 70 | 40 | 1.75 | — |
| Air Cutter | Flying | 45 | 35 | 1.29 | Buff / debuff |
Moveset analysis
In Great League it runs Wing Attack and Brave Bird. In Ultra League it runs Wing Attack and Brave Bird. PvP movesets favour energy generation and shield pressure over raw damage, which is why they often differ from the raid set.
The highest-damage fast move is Steel Wing (14 DPS); Wing Attack builds energy fastest (11 EPS). Air Cutter is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.
Rankings
Where Shadow Pidgeot places in raids and PvP
GO Battle League
| League | Rank | Tier | Win rate | Moveset | Ideal IVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #20 | A | 71.25% | Wing Attack Brave Bird | 1/14/14 |
| Ultra League | #17 | S | 72.82% | Wing Attack Brave Bird | 4/15/14 |
Evolution
Mega Evolution
Family
How to get Shadow Pidgeot
- Wild
- Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
- Team GO Rocket
- Shadow Shadow Pidgeot knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
- Purification
- 1,000 Dust + 1 Candy → Return
Catch CP
| Source | Level | Min CP | Max CP (100% IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Catch | Lv 1–30 | 52 | 1,840 |
| Wild (Weather Boost) | Lv 1–35 | 52 | 1,992 |
| Raid Catch | Lv 20 | 1,180 | 1,247 |
| Raid (Weather Boost) | Lv 25 | 1,468 | 1,551 |
| Egg Hatch | Lv 20 | 1,180 | 1,247 |
| Research Encounter | Lv 15 | 892 | 943 |
| GO Battle League | Lv 20 | 1,180 | 1,247 |
Is Shadow Pidgeot good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
Shadow Pidgeot does not rank as a raid attacker, but it holds a Tier S spot at #17 in Ultra League. Build it to the league's CP cap rather than to a level, and unlock the second charged move before you invest further.
- Bulk-leaning spread (154 Defense / 195 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 7 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
- Its moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and Windy weather — worth timing raids around.
CP by level
Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 1 | 30 |
| Lv 2 | 94 |
| Lv 3 | 158 |
| Lv 4 | 222 |
| Lv 5 | 287 |
| Lv 6 | 351 |
| Lv 7 | 415 |
| Lv 8 | 480 |
| Lv 9 | 544 |
| Lv 10 | 608 |
| Lv 11 | 669 |
| Lv 12 | 730 |
| Lv 13 | 791 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 14 | 851 |
| Lv 15 | 912 |
| Lv 16 | 973 |
| Lv 17 | 1,034 |
| Lv 18 | 1,095 |
| Lv 19 | 1,156 |
| Lv 20 | 1,216 |
| Lv 21 | 1,277 |
| Lv 22 | 1,338 |
| Lv 23 | 1,399 |
| Lv 24 | 1,460 |
| Lv 25 | 1,521 |
| Lv 26 | 1,582 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 27 | 1,642 |
| Lv 28 | 1,703 |
| Lv 29 | 1,764 |
| Lv 30 | 1,825 |
| Lv 31 | 1,855 |
| Lv 32 | 1,886 |
| Lv 33 | 1,916 |
| Lv 34 | 1,947 |
| Lv 35 | 1,977 |
| Lv 36 | 2,008 |
| Lv 37 | 2,038 |
| Lv 38 | 2,068 |
| Lv 39 | 2,099 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 40 | 2,129 |
| Lv 41 | 2,156 |
| Lv 42 | 2,183 |
| Lv 43 | 2,211 |
| Lv 44 | 2,238 |
| Lv 45 | 2,266 |
| Lv 46 | 2,294 |
| Lv 47 | 2,322 |
| Lv 48 | 2,350 |
| Lv 49 | 2,379 |
| Lv 50 | 2,407 |
Pokedex info
- Pokedex number
- #0018
- Form
- Shadow
- Height
- 1.50 m
- Weight
- 39.50 kg
- Buddy size
- Flying
- Family forms
- 7 released forms
- Game ID
- V0018_POKEMON_PIDGEOT_SHADOW
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Shadow Pidgeot in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Pidgeot's best moveset is Wing Attack (fast) with Brave Bird (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.
What are Shadow Pidgeot's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Pidgeot takes super effective damage from Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves. It resists Ghost, Ground, Bug, Grass, so avoid those types against it.
What is Shadow Pidgeot's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Pidgeot reaches 2,407 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,129 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.
Is Shadow Pidgeot good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Pidgeot is ranked #20 (Tier A) in Great League with a 71.25% win rate. Shadow Pidgeot is ranked #17 (Tier S) in Ultra League with a 72.82% win rate.
In CP-capped leagues a lower Attack IV lets you reach a higher level under the cap, so the ideal spread for Ultra League is 4/15/14 rather than a hundo.
Unlocking the second charged move is the highest-value upgrade: it lets Shadow Pidgeot bait shields instead of committing to one attack.
What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Pidgeot?
A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Pidgeot shows 1,216 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,521 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 Pidgeot in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Pidgeot spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.
Can Shadow Pidgeot be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shadow Pidgeot 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.