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Kabuto FAQ · type, weaknesses, evolution, stats

TL;DR. Kabuto (#0140) is a rock/water-type Pokémon from Generation 1 (Kanto). The Shellfish Pokémon. A POKéMON that was resurrected from a fossil found in what was once the ocean floor eons ago.

Kabuto
Rock Water

A POKéMON that was resurrected from a fossil found in what was once the ocean floor eons ago.

Pokédex #0140 Gen 1 · Kanto Shellfish Pokémon

What type is Kabuto?

Kabuto is a Rock/Water-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.

What is Kabuto weak to?

Kabuto takes 4× damage from Grass. its biggest defensive liability. It also takes 2× damage from Electric, Fighting, Ground.

What is Kabuto resistant to?

Kabuto resists Normal, Ice, Poison, Flying, Fire. It has no full immunities.

How does Kabuto evolve?

Kabuto evolves into Kabutops (Level 40).

What generation is Kabuto from?

Kabuto was introduced in Generation I (the Kanto region). Its Pokédex number is #0140.

What are Kabuto's base stats?

Kabuto has HP 30, Attack 80, Defense 90, Special Attack 55, Special Defense 45, and Speed 55. Total base stat total: 355.

What are Kabuto's abilities?

Kabuto can have the abilities Swift Swim, Battle Armor, plus the Hidden Ability Weak Armor.

Is Kabuto legendary or mythical?

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