Nuzleaf Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Nuzleaf in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Nuzleaf
Nuzleaf is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Grass/Dark typing. The best counter is Mega Heracross (Mega) with Struggle Bug and Megahorn, dealing 110.720 DPS.
Nuzleaf 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: Nuzleaf is weak to Bug (double weak!), Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison -type attacks. Avoid using Psychic, Dark, Electric-type moves as Nuzleaf 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 Nuzleaf is Mega Heracross (110.720 DPS), Pheromosa (110.000 DPS), and Mega Pinsir (101.556 DPS).
Catching Nuzleaf: After defeating Nuzleaf, the catch encounter will have a CP between 666 and 718 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 829-894 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Nuzleaf from raids will have exactly 718 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 Nuzleaf?
The best counter for Nuzleaf is Mega Heracross with Struggle Bug and Megahorn, dealing 110.720 DPS. Other top options include Pheromosa (110.000 DPS) and Mega Pinsir (101.556 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Nuzleaf?
Nuzleaf 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 Nuzleaf weak to?
Nuzleaf is weak to Bug (double weak), Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type attacks. It resists Psychic, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Nuzleaf be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Nuzleaf's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Nuzleaf from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Nuzleaf from raids will have 718 CP at level 20, or 894 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 666. If you see 718 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Nuzleaf worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Nuzleaf 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 Nuzleaf?
For the best moveset for Nuzleaf itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Nuzleaf 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 Nuzleaf without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Nuzleaf can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (110.000 DPS) and Volcarona (92.250 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 Nuzleaf in raids?
Weather boost information for Nuzleaf is not currently available. Grass-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.