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Carnivine

Carnivine

#455 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Bug Catcher Pokémon

Carnivine

#455 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Bug Catcher Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

74

258

352

Attack

100

184

328

Defense

72

134

267

Sp. Atk

90

166

306

Sp. Def

72

134

267

Speed

46

87

210

Total

454

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.

Toxicroak

Finneon

Carnivine normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Carnivine sprite

Shiny

Carnivine

Bug Catcher Pokémon

#455
Grass

Height

1.4 m (4'07")

Weight

27 kg (59.5 lbs)

Abilities

Levitate

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Carnivine takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Fire

Ice

Poison

Flying

Bug

Resists

Water

0.5×

Electric

0.5×

Grass

0.5×

Ground

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
200
Base Exp.
159

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
Grass
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
25 (6,400 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon HeartGold box art

HeartGold

It walks around on its tentacles in search of a tree branch where it can dangle down and ambush prey.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

It walks around on its tentacles in search of a tree branch where it can dangle down and ambush prey.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
Carnivine

Carnivine

#455

No evolutions

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
HeartGold
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Ilex Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave610%

Sinnoh radio

Ilex Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave610%

Sinnoh radio

Viridian Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave510%

Sinnoh radio

Viridian Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave510%

Sinnoh radio

SoulSilver
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Ilex Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave610%

Sinnoh radio

Ilex Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave610%

Sinnoh radio

Viridian Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave510%

Sinnoh radio

Viridian Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave510%

Sinnoh radio

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartBindNormalPhysical157520

A long body or tentacles are used to bind and squeeze the foe for two to five turns.

StartGrowthNormalStatus--20

The user’s body is forced to grow all at once. It raises the Sp. Atk stat.

7BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The foe is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.

11Vine WhipGrassPhysical3510015

The foe is struck with slender, whiplike vines to inflict damage.

17Sweet ScentNormalStatus-10020

A sweet scent that lowers the foe’s evasiveness. It also lures wild Pokémon if used in grass, etc.

21IngrainGrassStatus--20

The user lays roots that restore HP on every turn. Because it is rooted, it can’t switch out.

27Feint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user draws up to the foe disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail.

31StockpileNormalStatus--20

The user charges up power, and raises both its Defense and Sp. Def. The move can be used three times.

31Spit UpNormalSpecial-10010

The power stored using the move Stockpile is released at once in an attack.

31SwallowNormalStatus--10

The power stored using the move Stockpile is absorbed by the user to heal its HP.

37CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

The user crunches up the foe with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

41Wring OutNormalSpecial-1005

The user powerfully wrings the foe. The more HP the foe has, the greater this attack’s power.

47Power WhipGrassPhysical1208510

The user violently whirls its vines or tentacles to harshly lash the foe.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
Class
Description
TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM09Bullet SeedGrassPhysical1010030

The user forcefully shoots seeds at the foe. Two to five seeds are shot in rapid succession.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM19Giga DrainGrassSpecial6010010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM22Solar BeamGrassSpecial12010010

A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

The user attacks by hurling filthy sludge at the foe. It may also poison the target.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the foe’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial8010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the foe. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

The user flashes a light that cuts the foe’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

The user snares the foe with grass and trips it. The heavier the foe, the greater the damage.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Bug BiteBugPhysical6010020

The user bites the foe. If the foe is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

Fury CutterBugPhysical109520

The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.

Gastro AcidPoisonStatus-10010

The user hurls up its stomach acids on the foe. The fluid eliminates the effect of the foe’s ability.

Knock OffDarkPhysical2010020

The user slaps down the foe’s held item, preventing the item from being used during the battle.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Seed BombGrassPhysical8010015

The user slams a barrage of hard- shelled seeds down on the foe from above.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.

SynthesisGrassStatus--5

The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.

Worry SeedGrassStatus-10010

A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
Leech SeedGrassStatus-9010

A seed is planted on the foe. It steals some HP from the foe to heal the user on every turn.

Magical LeafGrassSpecial60-20

The user scatters curious leaves that chase the foe. This attack will not miss.

Razor LeafGrassPhysical559525

Sharp-edged leaves are launched to slash at the foe. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

SlamNormalPhysical807520

The foe is slammed with a long tail, vines, etc., to inflict damage.

Sleep PowderGrassStatus-7515

The user scatters a big cloud of sleep- inducing dust around the foe.

Stun SporeGrassStatus-7530

The user scatters a cloud of paralyzing powder. It may paralyze the target.

SynthesisGrassStatus--5

The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.

Worry SeedGrassStatus-10010

A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Levitate

Ability Slot 1

Gives full immunity to all Ground-type moves.

Evades Ground moves.

#454

Toxicroak

#456

Finneon

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