Ledyba Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Ledyba in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Ledyba
Ledyba is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 78.667 DPS.
Ledyba 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: Ledyba is weak to Rock (double weak!), Electric, Fire, Flying, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Ground, Fighting, Grass-type moves as Ledyba 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 Ledyba is Shadow Rampardos (78.667 DPS), Mega Diancie (78.000 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (73.867 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Ledyba: After defeating Ledyba, the catch encounter will have a CP between 386 and 426 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 481-530 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Ledyba from raids will have exactly 426 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 Ledyba?
The best counter for Ledyba is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 78.667 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (78.000 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (73.867 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Ledyba?
Ledyba 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 Ledyba weak to?
Ledyba is weak to Rock (double weak), Electric, Fire, Flying, Ice-type attacks. It resists Ground, Fighting, Grass, Bug-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Ledyba be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Ledyba's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Ledyba from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Ledyba from raids will have 426 CP at level 20, or 530 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 386. If you see 426 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Ledyba worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Ledyba 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 Ledyba?
For the best moveset for Ledyba itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Ledyba 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 Ledyba without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Ledyba can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Glimmora (66.333 DPS) and Rampardos (65.619 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 Ledyba in raids?
Weather boost information for Ledyba is not currently available. Bug-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.