About Venomoth
Venomoth (Pokédex #0049) is a Bug/Poison-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Poison Moth Pokémon. The dustlike scales covering its wings are color-coded to indicate the kinds of poison it has.
As a Bug/Poison-type POKEMON, Venomoth has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock moves. It resists Poison, Bug, Fairy moves, taking only half damage from them.
Venomoth's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 450 (solid). Full distribution: HP 70 · ATK 65 · DEF 60 · SP.ATK 90 · SP.DEF 75 · SPD 90. Its standout stat is SP.ATK (90), which makes it best suited for special offense roles. Its abilities are Shield dust, Tinted lens, Wonder skin, with Wonder skin as its hidden ability.
Venomoth stands 1.5 m (59") tall and weighs 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs). It is typically found in Forest environments. Capture rate: 75/255 (moderate to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Bug.
Venomoth is part of the Venonat → Venomoth evolution line (2-stage). Venomoth is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Venonat. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.