TL;DR. Dunsparce is a pure normal-type Pokémon from Generation II. Base Stat Total: 415. When spotted, this POKéMON escapes backward by furi ously boring into the ground with its tail.
When spotted, this POKéMON escapes backward by furi ously boring into the ground with its tail.
Stat spread.
Total of 415. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.
Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.
Dunsparce in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Dunsparce reaches 1,689 CP at level 40 and 1,932 CP as a best buddy.
Run the numbers: CP & HP calculator · PvP IV optimizer · Catch CP calculator
Shiny release
Shiny Dunsparce first appeared on May 8, 2020, during Throwback Challenge 2020: Johto.
- Dunsparce
- Dudunsparce
Recent raid runs
Last in raids: Sep 9 to Sep 16, 2026, 1-star.
| Dates | Raid | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 9 to Sep 16, 2026 | 1-star | Regular rotation |
Dunsparce in competitive play.
Recommended builds and battle rankings for Dunsparce across the current metagames. In Pokémon GO it ranks #83 in the Great League.
Build around it: GO PvP IV optimizer · Team builder · Ask Dia
Sets and GO ranks last checked 2026-10-20.
Common questions about Dunsparce.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Dunsparce, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Dunsparce?
Dunsparce is a pure Normal-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.
What is Dunsparce weak to?
Dunsparce takes 2× damage from Fighting. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Dunsparce resistant to?
Dunsparce is immune to Ghost. It also resists no other types.
How does Dunsparce evolve?
Dunsparce evolves into Dudunsparce (Know Hyper Drill move, level up).
What generation is Dunsparce from?
Dunsparce was introduced in Generation II (the Johto region). Its Pokédex number is #0206.
What are Dunsparce's base stats?
Dunsparce has HP 100, Attack 70, Defense 70, Special Attack 65, Special Defense 65, and Speed 45. Total base stat total: 415.
What are Dunsparce's abilities?
Dunsparce can have the abilities Serene Grace, Run Away, plus the Hidden Ability Rattled.
Is Dunsparce legendary or mythical?
No. Dunsparce is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Dunsparce's best stat?
Dunsparce's highest base stat is HP at 100, which ranks 21st of 131 Normal-type Pokémon.
Is Dunsparce good?
Dunsparce has a base stat total of 415, the 582nd-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 69th among Normal-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.
Through the generations.
Dunsparce as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.
In battle.
Damage multipliers when Dunsparce is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Dunsparce vs. the average Normal-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 131 Normal-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Dunsparce | Normal avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 100 | 77 | +23 |
| Attack | 70 | 74 | -4 |
| Defense | 70 | 60 | +10 |
| Special Attack | 65 | 59 | +6 |
| Special Defense | 65 | 64 | +1 |
| Speed | 45 | 69 | -24 |
| Total | 415 | 403 | +12 |
Dunsparce appears in 30 games.
Every mainline release where Dunsparce is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.
- 2000 Gold
- 2000 Silver
- 2001 Crystal
- 2003 Ruby
- 2003 Sapphire
- 2004 FireRed
- 2004 LeafGreen
- 2005 Emerald
- 2007 Diamond
- 2007 Pearl
- 2009 Platinum
- 2010 HeartGold
- 2010 SoulSilver
- 2011 Black
- 2011 White
- 2012 Black 2
- 2012 White 2
- 2013 X
- 2013 Y
- 2014 Alpha Sapphire
- 2014 Omega Ruby
- 2017 Ultra Moon
- 2017 Ultra Sun
- 2019 Shield
- 2019 Sword
- 2020 Isle of Armor DLC
- 2022 Scarlet
- 2022 Violet
- 2023 Teal Mask DLC
- 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get Dunsparce.
Every main-series game Dunsparce is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.
Generation IXObtainableNot in the game
- Scarlet · VioletObtainable
- WildSouth Province: Area One, Area Three, Area Four, Area Five, Area Six, Alfornada Cavern
- WildEast Province: Area One, Area Two, Area Three, Tagtree Thicket
- WildWest Province: Area Two, Area Three, Asado Desert
- WildNorth Province: Dalizapa Passage
- WildArea Zero
- WildSouth Province: Area Three (Poison Type)
- RaidTera Raid Battles (1★, 3★)
- WildOni Mountain, Crystal Pool, Chilling Waterhead, Timeless Woods (The Teal Mask)
- Legends: Z-ANot in the game
Generation VIIIObtainableNot in the game
- Sword · ShieldObtainable
- Trade(Version 1.2.0+)
- WildSoothing Wetlands (The Isle of Armor)
- RaidFields of Honor (Max Raid Battle) (The Isle of Armor)
- RaidMax Lair (Dynamax Adventure) (The Crown Tundra)
- Brilliant Diamond · Shining PearlObtainable
- WildRoute 208 (Swarm)
- Legends: ArceusNot in the game
Generation VIIObtainableTradeNot in the game
- Sun · MoonTrade
- Ultra Sun · Ultra MoonObtainable
- WildRoute 2
- Let's Go, Pikachu! · Let's Go, Eevee!Not in the game
Generation VIObtainableTrade
- X · YObtainable
- WildRoutes 3 and 22
- WildFriend Safari (Normal) (needs another player)
- Omega Ruby · Alpha SapphireTrade
Generation VObtainable
- Black · WhiteObtainable
- WildRoute 12
- Black 2 · White 2Obtainable
- WildRoutes 1, 2, 6, 12, 18, 20, Floccesy Ranch, Dreamyard, Village Bridge, Black 2 and White 2, Nature Preserve (rustling grass)
- WildRoute 6 (Near Pokémon Breeder April) and Floccesy Ranch (Hidden Grotto)
Generation IVObtainable
- Diamond · Pearl · PlatinumObtainable
- WildRoute 208 (Swarm)
- HeartGold · SoulSilverObtainable
- WildDark Cave
Generation IIIObtainableTrade
- Ruby · Sapphire · EmeraldTrade
- FireRed · LeafGreenObtainable
- WildThree Isle Port
Generation IIObtainable
- Gold · Silver · CrystalObtainable
- WildDark Cave (Violet City side)
- Pokémon HOME
- Send it to HOME from Pokémon Bank, Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, Scarlet, Violet, FireRed and LeafGreen. From HOME it can move into Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, Scarlet and Violet.
- Pokémon Champions
- Not on the roster.
Dunsparce appears in 10 episodes.
From EP193 (2001-03-29) through HZ052 (2024-05-31).
TCG Pocket appearances
Dunsparce in TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
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