Grookey Pokédex: Stats, Weaknesses, Evolution and Moves

Grookey
Chimp Pokémon
When it uses its special stick to strike up a beat, the sound waves produced carry revitalizing energy to the plants and flowers in the area.
Grookey Pokédex brings together the essential information for Grookey, including its typing, weaknesses, base stats, abilities, evolution line, forms, Pokédex entries and appearances across Pokémon games. Grookey is National Pokédex #810 and was introduced in Generation VIII. It is a Grass-type Pokémon.
This Grookey Pokédex covers Grookey across the Pokémon series rather than focusing on one game. You can use it to check core stats, weaknesses, evolution, forms, moves, locations and game appearances, then follow the related guides for more detailed game-specific help. When it uses its special stick to strike up a beat, the sound waves produced carry revitalizing energy to the plants and flowers in the area.
Grookey at a glance
- Type
- GRASS
- Weak to
- FIRE2×ICE2×POISON2×BUG2×
- Best base stat
- Attack — 65
- Abilities
- Overgrow, Grassy Surge (Hidden)
- Next evolution
- Thwackey — Level 16
Grookey Pokédex overview
Grookey has the Grass typing, it belongs to Generation VIII, its Pokédex classification is the Chimp Pokémon. When it uses its special stick to strike up a beat, the sound waves produced carry revitalizing energy to the plants and flowers in the area. The quick facts below bring together the key measurements and species details, while the rest of the Grookey Pokédex breaks down its battle strengths, evolution, forms and appearances in more detail.
Grookey quick facts
- Height
- 0.3 m
- Weight
- 5.0 kg
- Generation
- Generation VIII
- Growth rate
- Medium Slow
- Capture rate
- 45
- Base happiness
- 50
Grookey Pokédex type and weaknesses
Grookey is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying and Bug. It resists Water, Electric, Grass and Ground. These matchups come from Grookey's typing, making this a quick way to check which attacking types are super effective against Grookey and which types it can resist more comfortably.
Grookey type effectiveness
Damage taken when Grookey is hit by each type:
Weak to
Resists
Based on Grass typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.
Grookey Pokédex stats
Grookey has a base stat total of 310, with Attack as its highest listed base stat at 65. In the Grookey Pokédex, base stats are useful for comparing natural strengths before a particular game layers on level, training, moves, abilities or battle formats. The bars below show the six standard stats side by side, making it easier to see where Grookey is naturally strongest and where its lower base values sit.
Grookey Pokédex abilities
Grookey can have Overgrow and Grassy Surge as its Hidden Ability. Abilities can significantly change how Grookey functions in battle, so they are worth considering alongside its typing and base stats. Any Hidden Ability is identified separately below.
Grookey abilities
Overgrow
Strengthens Grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Grassy Surge Hidden
When this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Grassy Terrain.
Grookey Pokédex evolution
No additional evolution information is shown for Grookey. The evolution section shows the family together and includes evolution requirements where they apply, making it easy to see how each stage connects. Each Pokémon in the family can also be opened in its own Pokédex guide.
Grookey evolution family
Grookey evolution requirements
Evolves into
Thwackey
Level 16
Grookey Pokédex forms and shiny appearance
Grookey has 1 form shown on this Grookey Pokédex page. Alternate forms are grouped together so you can compare them in one place, while the artwork switcher lets you view the standard and shiny appearance when shiny artwork is available.


Grookey Pokédex game appearances
Grookey appears in 2 Pokémon titles, including Shield and Sword. Availability differs between games, so the list below separates each title and makes it easier to see where Grookey appears without assuming the same method or location applies everywhere.
Grookey game availability
This uses imported PokéAPI encounter and game-index records. It does not guarantee current transfer, DLC or event availability.
Where can you find Grookey?
The locations below show where Grookey can be found across Pokémon games, including the encounter method, level range and encounter chance where available. Use the filters to narrow the list to a particular game and find the location information you need.
Grookey encounter locations
| Game | Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shield | Postwick Area | Gift | 5 | 100% | — |
| Sword | Postwick Area | Gift | 5 | 100% | — |
No encounter records match these filters.
Grookey Pokédex moves
The Grookey Pokédex lists 65 moves below. Use the filters to narrow the list by move name, learning method, type or category. Move availability can differ between games and generations, so check the relevant game details when planning a specific moveset.
Grookey move explorer
65 moves shown
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | NORMAL | Status | — | 100 | 40 | Level Up |
| 1 | Scratch | NORMAL | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 | Level Up |
| 6 | Branch Poke | GRASS | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 | Level Up |
| 8 | Taunt | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Level Up |
| 12 | Razor Leaf | GRASS | Physical | 55 | 95 | 25 | Level Up |
| 17 | Screech | NORMAL | Status | — | 85 | 40 | Level Up |
| 20 | Knock Off | DARK | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 | Level Up |
| 24 | Slam | NORMAL | Physical | 80 | 75 | 20 | Level Up |
| 28 | Uproar | NORMAL | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Level Up |
| 32 | Wood Hammer | GRASS | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 | Level Up |
| 36 | Endeavor | NORMAL | Physical | — | 100 | 5 | Level Up |
| — | Acrobatics | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 | Machine | |
| — | Assurance | DARK | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Attract | NORMAL | Status | — | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Body Slam | NORMAL | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Bullet Seed | GRASS | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 | Machine |
| — | Drain Punch | FIGHTING | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Endeavor | NORMAL | Physical | — | 100 | 5 | Machine |
| — | Endure | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Energy Ball | GRASS | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Facade | NORMAL | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | False Swipe | NORMAL | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 | Machine |
| — | Fling | DARK | Physical | — | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Focus Energy | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 30 | Machine |
| — | Giga Drain | GRASS | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Grass Knot | GRASS | Special | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Grass Pledge | GRASS | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Grassy Glide | GRASS | Physical | 55 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Grassy Terrain | GRASS | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Knock Off | DARK | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Leaf Storm | GRASS | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 | Machine |
| — | Low Kick | FIGHTING | Physical | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Magical Leaf | GRASS | Special | 60 | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Mega Kick | NORMAL | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 | Machine |
| — | Mega Punch | NORMAL | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Protect | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Rest | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Round | NORMAL | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Screech | NORMAL | Status | — | 85 | 40 | Machine |
| — | Seed Bomb | GRASS | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Sleep Talk | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Snore | NORMAL | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Solar Beam | GRASS | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Solar Blade | GRASS | Physical | 125 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Substitute | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Sunny Day | FIRE | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Swift | NORMAL | Special | 60 | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Swords Dance | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Take Down | NORMAL | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Taunt | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Tera Blast | NORMAL | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Thief | DARK | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | Machine |
| — | Trailblaze | GRASS | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | U Turn | BUG | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Uproar | NORMAL | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Work Up | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 30 | Machine |
| — | Fake Out | NORMAL | Physical | 40 | 100 | 10 | Egg |
| — | Growth | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 20 | Egg |
| — | Hammer Arm | FIGHTING | Physical | 100 | 90 | 10 | Egg |
| — | Leech Seed | GRASS | Status | — | 90 | 10 | Egg |
| — | Nature Power | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 20 | Egg |
| — | Strength | NORMAL | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | Egg |
| — | Worry Seed | GRASS | Status | — | 100 | 10 | Egg |
| — | Grass Pledge | GRASS | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Tutor |
| — | Grassy Glide | GRASS | Physical | 55 | 100 | 20 | Tutor |
No moves match these filters.
Grookey Pokédex entries
The Grookey Pokédex entries below let you compare how Grookey has been described across different Pokémon games. Pokédex wording often changes between versions, so reading the entries together is a useful way to see how its description has evolved across the series.
Grookey Pokédex entries
When it uses its special stick to strike up a beat, the sound waves produced carry revitalizing energy to the plants and flowers in the area.
It attacks with rapid beats of its stick. As it strikes with amazing speed, it gets more and more pumped.
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