Shadow Sneasler is a Fighting/Poison-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Galar region (#903, Generation 8). With a max CP of 3,643 and base stats of 259/158/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Sneasler has a total stat product of 607. Shadow Sneasler's best moveset is Poison Jab and Close Combat, making it a competitive Poison-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Sneasler is weak to Psychic, Flying, Ground-type moves (double weak to Psychic). It resists Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, Poison, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Sneasler is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Poison Jab
Close Combat
Poison Jab
X Scissor
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Sneasler's best offensive moveset is Poison Jab combined with Close Combat, achieving 16.6 DPS and 332 TDO as a Poison-type attacker (ranked #6, Tier A). Alternatively, Shadow Sneasler can serve as a Bug-type attacker with Poison Jab and X Scissor (#16, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Poison Jab (13 DPS), while Poison Jab generates energy the fastest (9 EPS).
Evolution
Raid Guide
Shadow Sneasler as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Sneasler is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Sneasler returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Sneasler from raids would have 1841 CP at level 20, or 2302 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Sneasler
Shadow Sneasler can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Sneasler is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Sneasler 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 Sneasler as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Shadow Sneasler Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Sneasler in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Sneasler from raids or eggs will show 1,841 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Sneasler is a Fighting/Poison-type Pokemon with a stat total of 607. With its high Attack stat (259), Shadow Sneasler is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Sneasler's double weakness to Psychic-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Sneasler very quickly.
Shadow Sneasler's moves get a damage boost in Cloudy 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 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Sneasler much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Sneasler?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Shadow Sneasler is a top-tier Poison-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #6 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 3,643 at level 50 and base stats of 259/158/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Poison Jab and Close Combat for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Poison-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.