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No. 0962 · Generation IX · Paldea

Bombirdier

The Item Drop Pokémon
Flying Dark
Weak to Electric Ice Rock Fairy
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Bombirdier
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TL;DR. Bombirdier is a flying/dark-type Pokémon from Generation IX. Base Stat Total: 485. It gathers things up in an apron made from shed feathers added to the Pokémon’s chest feathers, then drops those things from high places for fun.

Flying Dark

It gathers things up in an apron made from shed feathers added to the Pokémon’s chest feathers, then drops those things from high places for fun.

Height1.5 m
Weight42.9 kg
AbilitiesBig Pecks, Keen Eye
HiddenRocky Payload
Base stats

Stat spread.

Total of 485. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.

HP 70
Attack 103
Defense 85
Sp. Attack 60
Sp. Defense 85
Speed 82
Total485
485 base stat total, the 372nd-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 67th among Flying-types.
103 base Attack, Bombirdier's strongest stat, ranking 45th of 171 Flying-types.

Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.

Pokémon GO

Bombirdier 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, Bombirdier reaches 2,487 CP at level 40 and 2,846 CP as a best buddy.

GO Attack198
GO Defense172
GO Stamina172
Max CP (L40)2,487
Max CP (L50)2,812
Best buddy (L51)2,846
Raid catch CP 1,351–1,421 (L20). Weather boosted 1,688–1,777 (L25).

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Shiny release

Shiny Bombirdier first appeared on September 10, 2023, during Ultra Unlock: Paldea.

Recent raid runs

Last in raids: Jun 23 to Jun 29, 2026, 3-star.

DatesRaidEvent
Jun 23 to Jun 29, 20263-starFlying Taxi
Mar 25 to Apr 1, 20263-starRegular rotation
Jan 25 to Jan 28, 20263-starRegular rotation
Dec 2 to Dec 9, 20253-starJourney to Paldea
May 21 to May 27, 20253-starFinal Strike: GO Battle Week
Feb 17 to Mar 4, 20253-starRegular rotation

Full Bombirdier GO history

Competitive

Bombirdier in competitive play.

Bombirdier is a Generation 9 NU-tier pick in Smogon singles. In Pokémon GO it ranks #231 in the Great League.

NU
Offensive Support
Knock Off / Sucker Punch / Brave Bird / Roost
  • ItemHeavy-Duty Boots
  • NatureJolly
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
  • TeraDark, Electric, Steel
PU
Offensive
Knock Off / Brave Bird / Sucker Punch / Taunt
  • ItemHeavy-Duty Boots
  • NatureAdamant
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
  • TeraDark
Bulky Utility
Stealth Rock / Knock Off / Parting Shot / Roost
  • ItemHeavy-Duty Boots
  • NatureCareful
  • EVs248 HP / 220 SpD / 40 Spe
  • TeraSteel, Ground
Pokémon GO Battle League
Great League #231 82.4 score
Ultra League #74 87.3 score

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Sets and GO ranks last checked 2026-10-20.

Quick answers

Common questions about Bombirdier.

Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Bombirdier, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.

What type is Bombirdier?

Bombirdier is a Flying/Dark-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.

What is Bombirdier weak to?

Bombirdier takes 2× damage from Electric, Ice, Rock, Fairy. It has no 4× weaknesses.

What is Bombirdier resistant to?

Bombirdier is immune to Ground, Psychic. It also resists Grass, Ghost, Dark.

Does Bombirdier evolve?

Bombirdier does not evolve and does not evolve from another Pokémon. it's a standalone species.

What generation is Bombirdier from?

Bombirdier was introduced in Generation IX (the Paldea region). Its Pokédex number is #0962.

What are Bombirdier's base stats?

Bombirdier has HP 70, Attack 103, Defense 85, Special Attack 60, Special Defense 85, and Speed 82. Total base stat total: 485.

What are Bombirdier's abilities?

Bombirdier can have the abilities Big Pecks, Keen Eye, plus the Hidden Ability Rocky Payload.

Is Bombirdier legendary or mythical?

No. Bombirdier is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.

What is Bombirdier's best stat?

Bombirdier's highest base stat is Attack at 103, which ranks 45th of 171 Flying-type Pokémon.

Is Bombirdier good?

Bombirdier has a base stat total of 485, the 372nd-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 67th among Flying-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.

See the full Q&A page for Bombirdier →
Sprites · Sound

Through the generations.

Bombirdier as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.

Bombirdier 3D render in Pokémon HOME
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Type matchups

In battle.

Damage multipliers when Bombirdier is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.

2× Weak to
Electric Ice Rock Fairy
½× Resists
Grass Ghost Dark
0× Immune to
Ground Psychic
Comparison

Bombirdier vs. the average Flying-type.

Each base stat measured against the mean across all 171 Flying-type Pokémon.

Stat Bombirdier Flying avg Difference
HP 70 72 -2
Attack 103 83 +20
Defense 85 67 +18
Special Attack 60 71 -11
Special Defense 85 68 +17
Speed 82 80 +2
Total 485 441 +44
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Game appearances

Bombirdier appears in 4 games.

Every mainline release where Bombirdier is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.

Gen IX
  • 2022 Scarlet
  • 2022 Violet
  • 2023 Teal Mask DLC
Side games + live service
  • 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get it

How to get Bombirdier.

Every main-series game Bombirdier is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.

Generation IXObtainableNot in the game
  • Scarlet · VioletObtainable
    • WildSouth Province: Area Six
    • WildWest Province: Area One, Area Three, West Paldean Sea
    • One-time encounterWest Province: Area One (Former Titan) (Only one) (cannot be Shiny)
    • RaidTera Raid Battles (5★, 6★)
    • WildFellhorn Gorge, Oni Mountain, Wistful Fields, Paradise Barrens, Kitakami Wilds, Timeless Woods (The Teal Mask)
  • Legends: Z-ANot in the game
Pokémon HOME
Send it to HOME from Scarlet and Violet. From HOME it can move into Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Champions
Not on the roster.
Pokémon anime

Bombirdier appears in 2 episodes.

From HZ070 (2024-10-25) through HZ152 (2026-10-09).

Browse them on the anime guide

TCG Pocket appearances

Bombirdier in TCG Pocket.

Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.

Bombirdier TCG Pocket card from Deluxe Pack: Mega
Bombirdier
◆◆◆ Rare
Bombirdier TCG Pocket card from Deluxe Pack: Mega
Bombirdier
◆◆◆ Rare
Bombirdier TCG Pocket card from Pulsing Aura
Bombirdier
◆◆◆ Rare
Bombirdier TCG Pocket card from Pulsing Aura
Bombirdier
♛ Crown Rare
Bombirdier TCG Pocket card from Paldean Wonders
Bombirdier
◆ Common