Shellder in Pokémon Black & White
#90 in the National Pokédex • Bivalve Pokémon
Shellder in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon Black
It swims backward by opening and closing its two shells. Its large tongue is always kept hanging out.
Pokémon White
It swims backward by opening and closing its two shells. Its large tongue is always kept hanging out.
Pokémon details
Type

Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Shellder in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
30
170
264
Attack
65
121
251
Defense
100
184
328
Sp. Atk
45
85
207
Sp. Def
25
49
163
Speed
40
76
196
Total
305
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 | 190 |
| Base Exp. | 61 |
| 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.























































