Dive
TM/TR Moves
Xd
Power: 80Accuracy: 100PP: 10Physical
User dives underwater, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.
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POKÉDEX No. #366
Clamperl
Bivalve Pokémon
CLAMPERL’s sturdy shell is not only good for protection - it is also used for clamping and catching prey. A fully grown CLAMPERL’s shell will be scored with nicks and scratches all over.
Weak to
Grass
Electric
Height0.4 m
Weight52.5 kg
AbilitiesShell Armor
Varieties1
Evolution Chain
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP35180–274
- Attack64119–249
- Defense85157–295
- Sp. Atk74137–271
- Sp. Def55103–229
- Speed3262–179
Total345
/ 720
BST345
23 percentile (1025)-65 vs Gen 3 avg (410)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 3
Habitat
Sea
Color
Blue
Shape
Ball
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
No
Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #366 |
| Hoenn | #176 |
| Kalos Coastal | #141 |
| Updated Alola | #140 |
| Updated Hoenn | #185 |
| Updated Melemele | #140 |
| Updated Ulaula | #61 |
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
69
EV Yield
+1 Defense
Growth Curve
Slow Then Very Fast
\begin{cases}
\frac{ x^3 \left( 100 - x \right) }{50}, & \text{if } x \leq 50 \\
\frac{ x^3 \left( 150 - x \right) }{100}, & \text{if } 50 < x \leq 68 \\
\frac{ x^3 \left( 1274 + (x \bmod 3)^2 - 9 (x \bmod 3) - 20 \left\lfloor \frac{x}{3} \right\rfloor \right) }{1000}, & \text{if } 68 < x \leq 98 \\
\frac{ x^3 \left( 160 - x \right) }{100}, & \text{if } x > 98 \\
\end{cases}Exp at Lv. 50
125,000
Exp at Lv. 100
600,000
Wild Held Items
Pearl
Max rarity: 50%Versions: Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire, Sun, Moon
Blue Shard
Max rarity: 5%Versions: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Firered
Big Pearl
Max rarity: 5%Versions: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Heartgold
Evolution Chain
→
Trade, Hold Deep Sea Tooth
#367
Huntail
or
Trade, Hold Deep Sea Scale
#368
Gorebyss
Type Matchups
Understanding damage taken from different types is crucial for battles. Plan your team accordingly!
Tip: Build your team with Pokémon that cover each other's weaknesses!
Full Type Defense Chart
Damage multipliers from all 18 attacking types
Battle Strategy
Ground
Rock
Fire
Offensive Coverage
Clamperl's Water typing gives it 2 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against ground, rock, fire types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Impish
+Defense−Sp. Atk
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 345, Clamperl plays as a balanced Pokémon with a flexible stat spread. Its standout stat is Defense at 85, while Speed (32) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Water typing leaves Clamperl with 2 weaknesses against 4 resistances. Notably, it carries no 4× weaknesses, which makes it harder to punish. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 3 types for super-effective damage.
With a catch rate of 255, Clamperl is comparatively easy to catch in the wild. It levels on the Slow Then Very Fast experience curve. Defeating it grants Defense +1 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Reference Data
Names in Other Languages
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Pokédex Data
Height
0.4 m
Weight
52.5 kg
TypeWater
Abilities
Protects against critical hits.
Raises Speed one stage upon being hit by a Dark, Ghost, or Bug move.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
Water 1
⚧
Gender Ratio
♂
50%
♀
50%
🐣
Hatch Steps
5,100
Hatch Counter: 20
⚪
Capture Rate
255
Higher values mean easier to catch
❤️
Base Happiness
70
Initial friendship level
📈
Growth Rate
Slow Then Very Fast
Experience points needed to level up
Move Name
Pokédex Entries
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Clamperl?
Clamperl is a Water type Pokémon.
What are Clamperl's weaknesses?
Clamperl takes 2× damage from Grass, Electric type moves.
How does Clamperl evolve?
Clamperl evolves into Huntail by trading. Full evolution line: Clamperl → Huntail.
What are Clamperl's base stats?
Clamperl has a base stat total of 345: HP 35, Attack 64, Defense 85, Sp. Atk 74, Sp. Def 55, Speed 32. Its highest stat is Defense (85).
