Palpitoad in Pokémon Black & White
#42 in the Unova Pokédex • Vibration Pokémon
Palpitoad in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon Black
When they vibrate the bumps on their heads, they can make waves in water or earthquake-like vibrations on land.
Pokémon White
It lives in the water and on land. It uses its long, sticky tongue to capture prey.
Pokémon details
Types


Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Pokédex
Palpitoad in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
75
260
354
Attack
65
121
251
Defense
55
103
229
Sp. Atk
65
121
251
Sp. Def
55
103
229
Speed
69
128
260
Total
384
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 #42 |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 2 HP |
| Catch rate | 120 |
| Base Exp. | 134 |
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Tympole #41 | Level 25 | ![]() Palpitoad #42 |
![]() Palpitoad #42 | Level 36 | ![]() Seismitoad #43 |
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.
Swift Swim
Ability Slot 1
Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed in rain.
Doubles Speed during rain.
Hydration
Ability Slot 2
Heals status problems if it is raining.
Cures any major status ailment after each turn during rain.
Water Absorb(Hidden Ability)
Restores HP if hit by a Water-type move.
Absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.




















































