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Carvanha

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Carvanha

#264 in the Sun & Moon Pokédex • Savage Pokémon

Carvanha sprite

Normal

Shiny Carvanha sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Sun

Each school has its own territory. Any intruders are mercilessly attacked with fangs bared.

Moon

If they scent the faintest trace of blood, they rush to attack en masse. When alone, they’re rather cowardly.

Details

Types

WaterDark

Category

Savage Pokémon

Height

0.8 m (2'07")

Weight

20.8 kg (45.9 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0318

Pokédex

#264

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

45

200

294

Attack

90

166

306

Defense

20

40

152

Sp. Atk

65

121

251

Sp. Def

20

40

152

Speed

65

121

251

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.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Carvanha, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Alola #264Poni #79
EV yield
1 Atk
Catch rate
225
Base Exp.
61

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Carvanha

Carvanha

#264

Level 30

Sharpedo

Sharpedo

#265

Held-item rates for this form. Some Pokémon have no wild encounter in Sun/Moon; check their acquisition requirements.
Moon
5%
Sun
5%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.

StartBiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

4RageNormalPhysical2010020

As long as this move is in use, the power of rage raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit in battle.

8Focus EnergyNormalStatus--30

The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.

11Aqua JetWaterPhysical4010020

The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. This move always goes first.

15AssuranceDarkPhysical6010010

If the target has already taken some damage in the same turn, this attack’s power is doubled.

18ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech harshly lowers the target’s Defense stat.

22SwaggerNormalStatus-8515

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

25Ice FangIcePhysical659515

The user bites with cold-infused fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it frozen.

29Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

32Poison FangPoisonPhysical5010015

The user bites the target with toxic fangs. This may also leave the target badly poisoned.

36CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

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

39AgilityPsychicStatus--30

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.

43Take DownNormalPhysical908520

A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Class
Description
TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM07HailIceStatus--10

The user summons a hailstorm lasting five turns. It damages all Pokémon except the Ice type.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM13Ice BeamIceSpecial9010010

The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.

TM14BlizzardIceSpecial110705

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers the power of Fire-type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

This full-power attack 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.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

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

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

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

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical6010025

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it already holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

TM55ScaldWaterSpecial8010015

The user shoots boiling hot water at its target. This may also leave the target with a burn.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

The user stores power, then attacks. If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-8515

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

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

TM94SurfWaterSpecial9010015

The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.

TM95SnarlDarkSpecial559515

The user yells as if it’s ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stat of opposing Pokémon.

TM97Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. This may also make the target flinch.

TM98WaterfallWaterPhysical8010015

The user charges at the target and may make it flinch.

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

BrineWaterSpecial6510010

If the target’s HP is half or less, this attack will hit with double the power.

Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

After using this move, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.

Hydro PumpWaterSpecial110805

The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

Psychic FangsPsychicPhysical8510010

The user bites the target with its psychic capabilities. This can also destroy Light Screen and Reflect.

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.

ThrashNormalPhysical12010010

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

Imports and compatible Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon trades have separate requirements. Individual options do not guarantee every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
BounceFlyingPhysical85855

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user bounces up high, then drops on the target on the second turn. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

BounceFlyingPhysical85855

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user bounces up high, then drops on the target on the second turn. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.

DiveWaterPhysical8010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Diving on the first turn, the user floats up and attacks on the next turn.

EndureNormalStatus--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Fury CutterBugPhysical409520

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Speed stats.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Speed stats.

MimicNormalStatus--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power.

RetaliateNormalPhysical701005

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this move’s power is increased.

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

Super FangNormalPhysical-9010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user chomps hard on the target with its sharp front fangs. This cuts the target’s HP in half.

Super FangNormalPhysical-9010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user chomps hard on the target with its sharp front fangs. This cuts the target’s HP in half.

UproarNormalSpecial9010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no Pokémon can fall asleep.

UproarNormalSpecial9010010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no Pokémon can fall asleep.

Water PulseWaterSpecial6010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Water PulseWaterSpecial6010020

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

WhirlpoolWaterSpecial358515

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user traps the target in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.

Zen HeadbuttPsychicPhysical809015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch.

Zen HeadbuttPsychicPhysical809015

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Rough Skin

Ability Slot 1

This Pokémon inflicts damage with its rough skin to the attacker on contact.

Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.

Speed Boost(Hidden Ability)

Its Speed stat is boosted every turn.

Raises Speed one stage after each turn.

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