Golbat

Golbat (Pokédex #0042) is a Poison/Flying-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Bat Pokémon. Once it strikes, it will not stop draining energy from the victim even if it gets too heavy to fly.

As a Poison/Flying-type POKEMON, Golbat has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock moves. Conversely, Golbat is completely immune to Ground — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Poison, Fairy moves, taking only half damage from them.

Golbat's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 455 (solid). Full distribution: HP 75 · ATK 80 · DEF 70 · SP.ATK 65 · SP.DEF 75 · SPD 90. Its standout stat is SPD (90), which makes it best suited for outspeeding opponents roles. Its abilities are Inner focus, Infiltrator, with Infiltrator as its hidden ability.

Golbat stands 1.6 m (63") tall and weighs 55.0 kg (121.3 lbs). It is typically found in Cave environments. Capture rate: 90/255 (moderate to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Flying.

Golbat is part of the Zubat → Golbat → Crobat evolution line (3-stage). Golbat is a middle-stage evolution.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Zubat and Crobat. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.