Bunnelby Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Bunnelby in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Bunnelby
Bunnelby is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 98.375 DPS.
Bunnelby can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Bunnelby is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Bunnelby resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Bunnelby is Mega Blaziken (98.375 DPS), Mega Lucario (97.000 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (85.625 DPS).
Catching Bunnelby: After defeating Bunnelby, the catch encounter will have a CP between 290 and 324 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 360-403 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Bunnelby from raids will have exactly 324 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Bunnelby?
The best counter for Bunnelby is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 98.375 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (97.000 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (85.625 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Bunnelby?
Bunnelby can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Bunnelby weak to?
Bunnelby is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Bunnelby be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Bunnelby's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Bunnelby from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Bunnelby from raids will have 324 CP at level 20, or 403 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 290. If you see 324 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Bunnelby worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Bunnelby is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Bunnelby?
For the best moveset for Bunnelby itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Bunnelby stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Bunnelby without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Bunnelby can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (76.370 DPS) and Lucario (73.833 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Bunnelby in raids?
Weather boost information for Bunnelby is not currently available. Normal-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.