Zarude Pokémon GO is a Dark and Grass-type Pokémon with its own GO stats, move pool and evolution requirements. This guide covers whether Zarude can be Shiny, how its evolution works, its weaknesses, current move pool and the main details worth knowing before you spend Candy or Stardust.
If you are building your collection or preparing for a future event, the Zarude Pokémon GO information below keeps the permanent details in one place. Exact encounter availability changes through seasons and events, so current event guides should always be checked alongside this evergreen page.
Can Zarude Be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
No. Shiny Zarude is not currently released in Pokémon GO. Catching or encountering Zarude therefore cannot currently produce its Shiny form. This section can be refreshed when the Shiny becomes available.
How to Evolve Zarude Pokémon GO
ZarudeZarude does not have a further standard evolution listed in Pokémon GO. Evolution requirements in Pokémon GO can be different from the main-series games, so the Candy, item, Buddy or time requirements above are the ones that matter in GO.
Zarude Pokémon GO Weaknesses
Zarude is weak against Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice and Poison attacks in Pokémon GO. These are the attacking types to prioritise when you need super-effective damage against Zarude.
Zarude resists Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Psychic and Water attacks. Pokémon GO uses its own battle multipliers, so the amount of damage differs from the main-series games even when the general type matchup is familiar.
Zarude Pokémon GO Stats
Pokémon GO base stats are not currently available for Zarude.
Zarude Pokémon GO Moves
Zarude can currently draw from the move pool below. The strongest choice depends on whether you are building for raids, Gyms, Team GO Rocket or PvP, so this evergreen guide lists the available moves rather than pretending one moveset is automatically best for every format.
| Move type | Available moves |
|---|---|
| Fast Moves | Vine Whip, Bite |
| Charged Moves | Power Whip, Energy Ball, Dark Pulse |
How to Get Zarude in Pokémon GO
Zarude is released in Pokémon GO, but its exact encounter methods can change as seasons, events, raids, eggs and research rotate. For that reason, the safest way to hunt Zarude Pokémon GO is to check the current Pokémon GO guides on The Click alongside this evergreen page rather than relying on an old spawn list.
When Zarude is set as your Buddy Pokémon, it requires 20 km of walking per Buddy Candy. Buddy walking can therefore provide another steady Candy source when Zarude is not appearing frequently.
Is Zarude Worth Catching in Pokémon GO?
Zarude Pokémon GO can still be useful for Pokédex completion, Candy, strong IV hunting and collection goals. Whether it deserves Stardust investment depends on the battle format and the individual Pokémon you catch.
More About Zarude
For the wider species information outside Pokémon GO, including main-series stats, abilities, forms and game appearances, visit the Zarude Pokédex. The Zarude Pokémon GO guide can then stay focused on GO-specific mechanics. You can also visit the official Pokémon GO website for official game announcements.
