Nincada in Pokémon Black & White
#290 in the National Pokédex • Trainee Pokémon
Nincada in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon Black
It grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
Pokémon White
It grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
Pokémon details
Types


Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Nincada in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
31
172
266
Attack
45
85
207
Defense
90
166
306
Sp. Atk
30
58
174
Sp. Def
30
58
174
Speed
40
76
196
Total
266
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 | 1 Def |
| Catch rate | 255 |
| Base Exp. | 53 |
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Nincada #290 | Level 20 | ![]() Ninjask #291 |
![]() Nincada #290 | When Nincada evolves at level 20 or higher, have an empty party slot and an ordinary Poké Ball in the bag. | ![]() Shedinja #292 |
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.
Compound Eyes
Ability Slot 1
The Pokémon’s accuracy is boosted.
Increases moves' accuracy to 1.3×.
Run Away(Hidden Ability)
Enables a sure getaway from wild Pokémon.
Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.























































