Answer · verified 2026-09-27

Venomoth FAQ · type, weaknesses, evolution, stats

TL;DR. Venomoth (#0049) is a bug/poison-type Pokémon from Generation 1 (Kanto). The Poison Moth Pokémon. The dust-like scales covering its wings are color coded to indicate the kinds of poison it has.

Venomoth
Bug Poison

The dust-like scales covering its wings are color coded to indicate the kinds of poison it has.

Pokédex #0049 Gen 1 · Kanto Poison Moth Pokémon

What type is Venomoth?

Venomoth is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.

What is Venomoth weak to?

Venomoth takes 2× damage from Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock. It has no 4× weaknesses.

What is Venomoth resistant to?

Venomoth resists Poison, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Fighting. It has no full immunities.

How does Venomoth evolve?

Venomoth evolves from Venonat (Level 31). Venomoth is the final form of its evolution line.

What generation is Venomoth from?

Venomoth was introduced in Generation I (the Kanto region). Its Pokédex number is #0049.

What are Venomoth's base stats?

Venomoth has HP 70, Attack 65, Defense 60, Special Attack 90, Special Defense 75, and Speed 90. Total base stat total: 450.

What are Venomoth's abilities?

Venomoth can have the abilities Shield Dust, Tinted Lens, plus the Hidden Ability Wonder Skin.

Is Venomoth legendary or mythical?

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