About Cacturne
Cacturne (Pokédex #0332) is a Grass/Dark-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 3. It is officially classified as the Scarecrow Pokémon. During the daytime, CACTURNE remains unmoving so that it does not lose any moisture to the harsh desert sun. This POKéMON becomes active at night when the temperature drops.
As a Grass/Dark-type POKEMON, Cacturne has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Bug — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. It takes double damage from Fire, Ice, Fighting, Poison, Flying, Fairy moves. Conversely, Cacturne is completely immune to Psychic — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Water, Electric, Grass, Ground, Ghost, Dark moves, taking only half damage from them.
Cacturne's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 475 (solid). Full distribution: HP 70 · ATK 115 · DEF 60 · SP.ATK 115 · SP.DEF 60 · SPD 55. Its standout stat is ATK (115), which makes it best suited for physical offense roles. Its abilities are Sand veil, Water absorb, with Water absorb as its hidden ability.
Cacturne stands 1.3 m (51") tall and weighs 77.4 kg (170.6 lbs). It is typically found in Rough Terrain environments. Capture rate: 60/255 (moderate to catch). Growth rate: Medium Slow. Egg groups: Plant, Humanshape.
Cacturne is part of the Cacnea → Cacturne evolution line (2-stage). Cacturne is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Cacnea. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.
