TL;DR. Gligar is a ground/flying-type Pokémon from Generation II. Base Stat Total: 430. It flies straight at its target's face then clamps down on the star tled victim to inject poison.
It flies straight at its target's face then clamps down on the star tled victim to inject poison.
Stat spread.
Total of 430. 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.
Gligar 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, Gligar reaches 1,857 CP at level 40 and 2,124 CP as a best buddy.
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Shiny release
Shiny Gligar first appeared on September 2, 2019, during Ultra Bonus 2019.
- Gligar
- Shadow
Recent raid runs
Last in raids: Jun 30 to Jul 1, 2026, 1-star.
| Dates | Raid | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30 to Jul 1, 2026 | 1-star | Regular rotation |
| Mar 13 to Mar 22, 2025 | 1-star | Regular rotation |
| Jan 17 to Jan 25, 2024 | 1-star | Regular rotation |
| Aug 11 to Aug 15, 2023 | 1-star | 2023 Pokémon World Championships Celebration |
| Aug 18 to Aug 25, 2022 | 1-star | Regular rotation |
| Apr 26 to May 3, 2022 | 1-star | Regular rotation |
Gligar in competitive play.
Gligar is a Generation 9 UU-tier pick in Smogon singles. In Pokémon GO it ranks #106 in the Great League.
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Sets and GO ranks last checked 2026-10-20.
Common questions about Gligar.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Gligar, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Gligar?
Gligar is a Ground/Flying-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.
What is Gligar weak to?
Gligar takes 4× damage from Ice. its biggest defensive liability. It also takes 2× damage from Water.
What is Gligar resistant to?
Gligar is immune to Electric, Ground. It also resists Fighting, Poison, Bug.
How does Gligar evolve?
Gligar evolves into Gliscor (Hold Razor Fang, level up at night).
What generation is Gligar from?
Gligar was introduced in Generation II (the Johto region). Its Pokédex number is #0207.
What are Gligar's base stats?
Gligar has HP 65, Attack 75, Defense 105, Special Attack 35, Special Defense 65, and Speed 85. Total base stat total: 430.
What are Gligar's abilities?
Gligar can have the abilities Hyper Cutter, Sand Veil, plus the Hidden Ability Immunity.
Is Gligar legendary or mythical?
No. Gligar is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Gligar's best stat?
Gligar's highest base stat is Defense at 105, which ranks 22nd of 181 Ground-type Pokémon.
Is Gligar good?
Gligar has a base stat total of 430, the 544th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 96th among Ground-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.
Through the generations.
Gligar 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 Gligar is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Gligar vs. the average Ground-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 181 Ground-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Gligar | Ground avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 65 | 73 | -8 |
| Attack | 75 | 81 | -6 |
| Defense | 105 | 73 | +32 |
| Special Attack | 35 | 66 | -31 |
| Special Defense | 65 | 67 | -2 |
| Speed | 85 | 72 | +13 |
| Total | 430 | 432 | -2 |
Gligar appears in 24 games.
Every mainline release where Gligar 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
- 2022 Legends: Arceus
- 2023 Teal Mask DLC
- 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get Gligar.
Every main-series game Gligar is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.
Generation IXObtainableTradeNot in the game
- ScarletObtainable
- Trade(Version 2.0.1+)
- WildFellhorn Gorge, Oni Mountain, Wistful Fields, Paradise Barrens, Kitakami Wilds, Timeless Woods (The Teal Mask)
- RaidTera Raid Battles (3★) (The Teal Mask)
- VioletTrade
- Trade(Version 2.0.1+)
- TradeUnion Circle (The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero)
- TradeTera Raid Battle Search (3★) (The Teal Mask)
- Legends: Z-ANot in the game
Generation VIIIObtainableTradeNot in the game
- Sword · ShieldNot in the game
- Brilliant DiamondObtainable
- WildGrand Underground - Rocky Cave, Swampy Cave, Big Bluff Cavern, Sunlit Cavern, Big Bluff Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern
- Shining PearlTrade
- Legends: ArceusObtainable
- WildCoronet Highlands: Clamberclaw Cliffs, Celestica Ruins and nearby (additional (Alpha)), near Primeval Grotto, near Cloudcap Pass, massive mass outbreaks
- WildAlabaster Icelands: Arena's Approach, Glacier Terrace (day), Glacier Terrace (mass outbreaks)
Generation VIITransfer onlyNot in the game
- Sun · Moon · Ultra Sun · Ultra MoonTransfer only
- TransferPokémon Bank
- Let's Go, Pikachu! · Let's Go, Eevee!Not in the game
Generation VIObtainableTrade
- X · YObtainable
- WildRoute 19 (Horde Encounter)
- Omega Ruby · Alpha SapphireTrade
Generation VObtainable
- Black · WhiteObtainable
- WildRoutes 11 and 15
- Black 2 · White 2Obtainable
- WildRoutes 11, 15, 23
- WildRoute 23 (Hidden Grotto)
Generation IVObtainableTrade
- Diamond · PearlObtainable
- WildRoutes 206, 207, 214, 215, 227, Stark Mountain (Emerald)
- PlatinumObtainable
- WildRoute 206
- HeartGoldObtainable
- WildRoute 45
- SoulSilverTrade
Generation IIIObtainableTrade
- Ruby · Sapphire · FireRed · LeafGreenTrade
- Event
- EmeraldObtainable
- WildSafari Zone extension
Generation IIObtainableTrade
- GoldObtainable
- WildRoute 45
- SilverTrade
- CrystalObtainable
- WildRoute 45
- Pokémon HOME
- Send it to HOME from Pokémon Bank, Brilliant Diamond, Legends: Arceus and Scarlet. From HOME it can move into Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, Legends: Arceus, Scarlet and Violet.
- Pokémon Champions
- Not on the roster.
Gligar appears in 20 episodes.
From EP139 (2000-03-02) through DP154 (2009-12-03).
TCG Pocket appearances
Gligar in TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
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