Cottonee in Pokémon Black & White
#52 in the Unova Pokédex • Cotton Puff Pokémon
Cottonee in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon Black
When attacked, it escapes by shooting cotton from its body. The cotton serves as a decoy to distract the attacker.
Pokémon White
They go wherever the wind takes them. On rainy days, their bodies are heavier, so they take shelter beneath big trees.
Pokémon details
Type

Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Pokédex
Cottonee in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
40
190
284
Attack
27
53
168
Defense
60
112
240
Sp. Atk
37
71
190
Sp. Def
50
94
218
Speed
66
123
254
Total
280
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 | Original Unova #52 |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 1 Spe |
| Catch rate | 190 |
| Base Exp. | 56 |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Cottonee #52 | Use Sun Stone | ![]() Whimsicott #53 |
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.
Prankster
Ability Slot 1
Gives priority to a status move.
Raises non-damaging moves' priority by one stage.
Infiltrator
Ability Slot 2
Passes through the foe’s barrier and strikes.
Bypasses the target side's Reflect, Light Screen, Safeguard and Mist.
Chlorophyll(Hidden Ability)
Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed in sunshine.
Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.




















































