About Barboach
Barboach (Pokédex #0339) is a Water/Ground-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 3. It is officially classified as the Whiskers Pokémon. BARBOACH’s sensitive whiskers serve as a superb radar system. This POKéMON hides in mud, leaving only its two whiskers exposed while it waits for prey to come along.
As a Water/Ground-type POKEMON, Barboach has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Grass — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. Conversely, Barboach is completely immune to Electric — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel moves, taking only half damage from them.
Barboach's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 288 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 50 · ATK 48 · DEF 43 · SP.ATK 46 · SP.DEF 41 · SPD 60. Its standout stat is SPD (60), which makes it best suited for outspeeding opponents roles. Its abilities are Oblivious, Anticipation, Hydration, with Hydration as its hidden ability.
Barboach stands 0.4 m (16") tall and weighs 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs). It is typically found in Waters Edge environments. Capture rate: 190/255 (easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Water2.
Barboach is part of the Barboach → Whiscash evolution line (2-stage). Barboach is the base form and can evolve into Whiscash via Level 30.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Whiscash. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.
