Bite
Tirtouga is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#564, Generation 5). With a max CP of 1,683 and base stats of 134/146/144 (Atk/Def/Sta), Tirtouga has a total stat product of 424.
Tirtouga is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves (double weak to Grass). It resists Fire, Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Tirtouga 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 Bite (12 DPS), while Water Gun generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Tirtouga as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsTirtouga is not currently available as a raid boss. When Tirtouga returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Tirtouga from raids would have 850 CP at level 20, or 1063 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Tirtouga
Tirtouga is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Tirtouga
Tirtouga can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Tirtouga is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Tirtouga 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 Tirtouga as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Tirtouga Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Tirtouga in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Tirtouga from raids or eggs will show 850 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Tirtouga is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 424. With its bulk spread of 146 Defense and 144 Stamina, Tirtouga has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Tirtouga's double weakness to Grass-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Tirtouga very quickly.
Tirtouga'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 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Tirtouga much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Tirtouga?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Tirtouga is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon with base stats of 134/146/144 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,683. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Tirtouga 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.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Tirtouga deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.