Poliwhirl FAQ · type, weaknesses, evolution, stats
TL;DR. Poliwhirl (#0061) is a water-type Pokémon from Generation 1 (Kanto). The Tadpole Pokémon. Capable of living in or out of water. When out of water, it sweats to keep its body slimy.
What type is Poliwhirl?
Poliwhirl is a pure Water-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.
What is Poliwhirl weak to?
Poliwhirl takes 2× damage from Grass, Electric. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Poliwhirl resistant to?
Poliwhirl resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel. It has no full immunities.
How does Poliwhirl evolve?
Poliwhirl evolves from Poliwag (Level 25). Poliwhirl evolves into Poliwrath (Use Water Stone) or Politoed (Trade holding Kings Rock).
What generation is Poliwhirl from?
Poliwhirl was introduced in Generation I (the Kanto region). Its Pokédex number is #0061.
What are Poliwhirl's base stats?
Poliwhirl has HP 65, Attack 65, Defense 65, Special Attack 50, Special Defense 50, and Speed 90. Total base stat total: 385.
What are Poliwhirl's abilities?
Poliwhirl can have the abilities Water Absorb, Damp, plus the Hidden Ability Swift Swim.
Is Poliwhirl legendary or mythical?
No. Poliwhirl is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.