Cloyster in Pokémon Black & White
#91 in the National Pokédex • Bivalve Pokémon
Cloyster in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon Black
It fights by keeping its shell tightly shut for protection and by shooting spikes to repel foes.
Pokémon White
It fights by keeping its shell tightly shut for protection and by shooting spikes to repel foes.
Pokémon details
Types


Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Cloyster in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
50
210
304
Attack
95
175
317
Defense
180
328
504
Sp. Atk
85
157
295
Sp. Def
45
85
207
Speed
70
130
262
Total
525
Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.
| Pokédexes | - |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 2 Def |
| Catch rate | 60 |
| Base Exp. | 184 |
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Shellder #90 | Use Water Stone | ![]() Cloyster #91 |
Hidden Ability entries show the game’s programmed slots. Obtaining one can require a historical Dream World promotion, a special gift or a trade from Black 2 and White 2. A programmed slot does not establish that the Hidden Ability was officially obtainable in Generation V.
Shell Armor
Ability Slot 1
The Pokémon is protected against critical hits.
Protects against critical hits.
Skill Link
Ability Slot 2
Increases the frequency of multi-strike moves.
Extends two-to-five-hit moves and Triple Kick to their full length every time.
Overcoat(Hidden Ability)
Protects the Pokémon from damage from weather.
Protects against damage from weather.






















































