Trapinch Pokédex: Stats, Weaknesses, Evolution and Moves

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Trapinch

Ant Pit Pokémon

GROUND

Its nest is a sloped, bowl-like pit in the desert. Once something has fallen in, there is no escape.

Trapinch Pokédex brings together the essential information for Trapinch, including its typing, weaknesses, base stats, abilities, evolution line, forms, Pokédex entries and appearances across Pokémon games. Trapinch is National Pokédex #328 and was introduced in Generation III. It is a Ground-type Pokémon.

This Trapinch Pokédex covers Trapinch 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. Its nest is a sloped, bowl-like pit in the desert. Once something has fallen in, there is no escape.

Trapinch at a glance

Type: GROUND
Weak to: WATER2×GRASS2×ICE2×
Best base stat: Attack — 100
Abilities: Hyper Cutter, Arena Trap, Sheer ♀orce (Hidden)
Next evolution: Vibrava — Level 35

Trapinch Pokédex overview

Trapinch has the Ground typing, it belongs to Generation III, its Pokédex classification is the Ant Pit Pokémon. Its nest is a sloped, bowl-like pit in the desert. Once something has fallen in, there is no escape. The quick facts below bring together the key measurements and species details, while the rest of the Trapinch Pokédex breaks down its battle strengths, evolution, forms and appearances in more detail.

Trapinch quick facts

Height: 0.7 m
Weight: 15.0 kg
Generation: Generation III
Growth rate: Medium Slow
Capture rate: 255
Base happiness: 70

Trapinch Pokédex type and weaknesses

Trapinch is weak to Water, Grass and Ice. It resists Poison and Rock. It is immune to Electric. These matchups come from Trapinch's typing, making this a quick way to check which attacking types are super effective against Trapinch and which types it can resist more comfortably.

Trapinch type effectiveness

Damage taken when Trapinch is hit by each type:

Weak to

WATER2×GRASS2×ICE2×

Resists

POISON½×ROCK½×

Immune to

ELECTRIC0×

Based on Ground typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.

Trapinch Pokédex stats

Trapinch has a base stat total of 290, with Attack as its highest listed base stat at 100. In the Trapinch 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 Trapinch is naturally strongest and where its lower base values sit.

Trapinch base stats

Hp45

Attack100

Defense45

Special Attack45

Special Defense45

Speed10

Total290

Trapinch Pokédex abilities

Trapinch can have Hyper Cutter, Arena Trap and Sheer ♀orce as its Hidden Ability. Abilities can significantly change how Trapinch functions in battle, so they are worth considering alongside its typing and base stats. Any Hidden Ability is identified separately below.

Trapinch abilities

Hyper Cutter

Prevents Attack from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Arena Trap

Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out. Eluded by Flying-types and Pokémon in the air.

Sheer ♀orce Hidden

Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.

Trapinch Pokédex evolution

No additional evolution information is shown for Trapinch. 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.

Trapinch evolution family

Trapinch

Level 35

Vibrava

Level 45

Flygon

Trapinch evolution requirements

Evolves into

Vibrava

Level 35

Trapinch Pokédex forms and shiny appearance

Trapinch has 1 form shown on this Trapinch 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.

Switch between the normal and shiny appearance of Trapinch.

Trapinch Pokédex game appearances

Trapinch appears in 23 Pokémon titles, including Black, Black 2, Diamond, Emerald, Firered and Heartgold. Availability differs between games, so the list below separates each title and makes it easier to see where Trapinch appears without assuming the same method or location applies everywhere.

Trapinch game availability

BlackGame data

Black 2Wild encounter

DiamondWild encounter

EmeraldWild encounter

FireredGame data

HeartgoldWild encounter

LeafgreenGame data

MoonWild encounter

PearlWild encounter

PlatinumGame data

RubyWild encounter

SapphireWild encounter

ShieldWild encounter

SoulsilverWild encounter

SunWild encounter

SwordWild encounter

Ultra SunWild encounter

Ultra ♂oonWild encounter

WhiteGame data

White 2Wild encounter

XWild encounter

XdWild encounter

YWild encounter

This uses imported PokéAPI encounter and game-index records. It does not guarantee current transfer, DLC or event availability.

Where can you find Trapinch?

The locations below show where Trapinch 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.

Trapinch encounter locations

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43 records

Game	Location	Method	Level	Chance	Conditions
Black 2	Desert Resort Area	Walk	21	4%	—
Black 2	Reversal ♂ountain Unknown Area 48	Walk	32	10%	—
Black 2	Reversal ♂ountain Unknown Area 48	Walk	34	4%	—
Diamond	Sinnoh Route 228 Area	Walk	25	1%	Radar On
Emerald	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	19	5%	—
Emerald	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	20	20%	—
Emerald	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	21	10%	—
Emerald	Mirage Tower Area	Walk	20	10%	—
Emerald	Mirage Tower Area	Walk	21	20%	—
Emerald	Mirage Tower Area	Walk	22	5%	—
Emerald	Mirage Tower Area	Walk	23	4%	—
Emerald	Mirage Tower Area	Walk	24	1%	—
Heartgold	Johto Safari Zone Desert	Walk	46	10%	Time ♂orning, Johto Safari Blocks Peak ♂in 49
Heartgold	Johto Safari Zone Desert	Walk	46	10%	Time Night, Johto Safari Blocks Peak ♂in 49
Heartgold	Johto Safari Zone Desert	Walk	47	10%	Time Day, Johto Safari Blocks Peak ♂in 49
Moon	Haina Desert Area	Bubbling Spots	28–31	10%	—
Pearl	Sinnoh Route 228 Area	Walk	25	1%	Radar On
Ruby	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	19	5%	—
Ruby	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	20	20%	—
Ruby	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	21	10%	—
Sapphire	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	19	5%	—
Sapphire	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	20	20%	—
Sapphire	Hoenn Route 111 Area	Walk	21	10%	—
Shield	Galar Route 6 Area	Overworld	29–33	5%	—
Soulsilver	Johto Safari Zone Desert	Walk	46	10%	Time ♂orning, Johto Safari Blocks Peak ♂in 49
Soulsilver	Johto Safari Zone Desert	Walk	46	10%	Time Night, Johto Safari Blocks Peak ♂in 49
Soulsilver	Johto Safari Zone Desert	Walk	47	10%	Time Day, Johto Safari Blocks Peak ♂in 49
Sun	Haina Desert Area	Bubbling Spots	28–31	10%	—
Sword	Galar Route 6 Area	Overworld	29–33	1%	—
Ultra Sun	Haina Desert Area	Bubbling Spots	32–35	10%	—
Ultra ♂oon	Haina Desert Area	Bubbling Spots	32–35	10%	—
White 2	Desert Resort Area	Walk	21	4%	—
White 2	Reversal ♂ountain Unknown Area 48	Walk	32	10%	—
White 2	Reversal ♂ountain Unknown Area 48	Walk	34	4%	—
X	Friend Safari Ground	Walk	30	33%	Friend Safari Slot 1
X	Kalos Route 13 Area	Rough Terrain	26	10%	—
X	Kalos Route 13 Area	Rough Terrain	27	10%	—
X	Kalos Route 13 Area	Rough Terrain	28	10%	—
Xd	Pokespot Rock	Pokespot	10–20	15%	—
Y	Friend Safari Ground	Walk	30	33%	Friend Safari Slot 1
Y	Kalos Route 13 Area	Rough Terrain	26	10%	—
Y	Kalos Route 13 Area	Rough Terrain	27	10%	—
Y	Kalos Route 13 Area	Rough Terrain	28	10%	—

Trapinch Pokédex moves

The Trapinch Pokédex lists 95 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.

Trapinch move explorer

Search movesMethodTypeCategory

95 moves shown

Level	Move	Type	Category	Power	Accuracy	PP	Method
1	Astonish	GHOST	Physical	30	100	15	Level Up
1	Bide	NORMAL	Physical	—	—	10	Level Up
1	Bite	DARK	Physical	60	100	25	Level Up
1	Feint	NORMAL	Physical	30	100	10	Level Up
1	Feint Attack	DARK	Physical	60	—	20	Level Up
1	Fissure	GROUND	Physical	—	30	5	Level Up
1	Sand Attack	GROUND	Status	—	100	15	Level Up
1	Superpower	FIGHTING	Physical	120	100	5	Level Up
4	Laser ♀ocus	NORMAL	Status	—	—	30	Level Up
5	Mud Slap	GROUND	Special	20	100	10	Level Up
8	Bulldoze	GROUND	Physical	60	100	20	Level Up
10	Sand Tomb	GROUND	Physical	35	85	15	Level Up
15	Rock Slide	ROCK	Physical	75	90	10	Level Up
19	Dig	GROUND	Physical	80	100	10	Level Up
22	Crunch	DARK	Physical	80	100	15	Level Up
26	Earth Power	GROUND	Special	90	100	10	Level Up
32	Sandstorm	ROCK	Status	—	—	10	Level Up
33	Earthquake	GROUND	Physical	100	100	10	Level Up
43	Hyper Beam	NORMAL	Special	150	90	5	Level Up
—	Attract	NORMAL	Status	—	100	15	Machine
—	Body Slam	NORMAL	Physical	85	100	15	Machine
—	Bug Bite	BUG	Physical	60	100	20	Machine
—	Bulldoze	GROUND	Physical	60	100	20	Machine
—	Captivate	NORMAL	Status	—	100	20	Machine
—	Confide	NORMAL	Status	—	—	20	Machine
—	Crunch	DARK	Physical	80	100	15	Machine
—	Dig	GROUND	Physical	80	100	10	Machine
—	Double Team	NORMAL	Status	—	—	15	Machine
—	Earth Power	GROUND	Special	90	100	10	Machine
—	Earthquake	GROUND	Physical	100	100	10	Machine
—	Endure	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Machine
—	Facade	NORMAL	Physical	70	100	20	Machine
—	Focus Energy	NORMAL	Status	—	—	30	Machine
—	Frustration	NORMAL	Physical	—	100	20	Machine
—	Giga Drain	GRASS	Special	75	100	10	Machine
—	Hidden Power	NORMAL	Special	60	100	15	Machine
—	Hyper Beam	NORMAL	Special	150	90	5	Machine
—	Mud Shot	GROUND	Special	55	95	15	Machine
—	Mud Slap	GROUND	Special	20	100	10	Machine
—	Natural Gift	NORMAL	Physical	—	100	15	Machine
—	Protect	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Machine
—	Rest	PSYCHIC	Status	—	—	5	Machine
—	Return	NORMAL	Physical	—	100	20	Machine
—	Rock Slide	ROCK	Physical	75	90	10	Machine
—	Rock Smash	FIGHTING	Physical	40	100	15	Machine
—	Rock Tomb	ROCK	Physical	60	95	15	Machine
—	Round	NORMAL	Special	60	100	15	Machine
—	Sand Tomb	GROUND	Physical	35	85	15	Machine
—	Sandstorm	ROCK	Status	—	—	10	Machine
—	Scorching Sands	GROUND	Special	70	100	10	Machine
—	Secret Power	NORMAL	Physical	70	100	20	Machine
—	Sleep Talk	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Machine
—	Snore	NORMAL	Special	50	100	15	Machine
—	Solar Beam	GRASS	Special	120	100	10	Machine
—	Stealth Rock	ROCK	Status	—	—	20	Machine
—	Stone Edge	ROCK	Physical	100	80	5	Machine
—	Strength	NORMAL	Physical	80	100	15	Machine
—	Struggle Bug	BUG	Special	50	100	20	Machine
—	Substitute	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Machine
—	Sunny Day	FIRE	Status	—	—	5	Machine
—	Superpower	FIGHTING	Physical	120	100	5	Machine
—	Swagger	NORMAL	Status	—	85	15	Machine
—	Take Down	NORMAL	Physical	90	85	20	Machine
—	Tera Blast	NORMAL	Special	80	100	10	Machine
—	Toxic	POISON	Status	—	90	10	Machine
—	Bug Bite	BUG	Physical	60	100	20	Egg
—	Earth Power	GROUND	Special	90	100	10	Egg
—	Endure	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Egg
—	Feint	NORMAL	Physical	30	100	10	Egg
—	First Impression	BUG	Physical	90	100	10	Egg
—	Flail	NORMAL	Physical	—	100	15	Egg
—	Focus Energy	NORMAL	Status	—	—	30	Egg
—	Fury Cutter	BUG	Physical	40	95	20	Egg
—	Gust	FLYING	Special	40	100	35	Egg
—	Mud Shot	GROUND	Special	55	95	15	Egg
—	Quick Attack	NORMAL	Physical	40	100	30	Egg
—	Signal Beam	BUG	Special	75	100	15	Egg
—	Body Slam	NORMAL	Physical	85	100	15	Tutor
—	Bug Bite	BUG	Physical	60	100	20	Tutor
—	Double Edge	NORMAL	Physical	120	100	15	Tutor
—	Earth Power	GROUND	Special	90	100	10	Tutor
—	Endure	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Tutor
—	Fury Cutter	BUG	Physical	40	95	20	Tutor
—	Giga Drain	GRASS	Special	75	100	10	Tutor
—	Headbutt	NORMAL	Physical	70	100	15	Tutor
—	Mimic	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Tutor
—	Mud Slap	GROUND	Special	20	100	10	Tutor
—	Rock Slide	ROCK	Physical	75	90	10	Tutor
—	Scorching Sands	GROUND	Special	70	100	10	Tutor
—	Signal Beam	BUG	Special	75	100	15	Tutor
—	Sleep Talk	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Tutor
—	Snore	NORMAL	Special	50	100	15	Tutor
—	Substitute	NORMAL	Status	—	—	10	Tutor
—	Superpower	FIGHTING	Physical	120	100	5	Tutor
—	Swagger	NORMAL	Status	—	85	15	Tutor

Trapinch Pokédex entries

The Trapinch Pokédex entries below let you compare how Trapinch 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.

Trapinch Pokédex entries

GameEntry

Ruby

TRAPINCH’s nest is a sloped, bowl-like pit dug in sand. This POKéMON patiently waits for prey to tumble down the pit. Its giant jaws have enough strength to crush even boulders.

Sapphire

TRAPINCH is a patient hunter. It digs an inescapable pit in a desert and waits for its prey to come tumbling down. This POKéMON can go a whole week without access to any water.

Emerald

Its big jaws crunch through boulders. Because its head is so big, it has a hard time getting back upright if it tips over onto its back.

Firered

It lives in arid deserts. It makes a sloping pit trap in sand where it patiently awaits prey.

Leafgreen

It lives in arid deserts. It makes a sloping pit trap in sand where it patiently awaits prey.

Diamond