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Aerodactyl is a Rock/Flying-type Pokémon, 2× weak to Rock, Steel, Water, Electric and Ice, with a base stat total of 515. In Pokémon Champions it’s #46 on the Doubles ladder and #146 in Singles, as of Oct 28, 2026.
- Height
- 1.8 m 5′11″
- Weight
- 59 kg 130.1 lbs
- Base stat total
- 515 Higher than 77% of Pokémon
- Introduced
- Gen I Red & Green (JP)
Focus Sash · Jolly · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32Full set →
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Mega Aerodactyl is the Rock/Flying-type Mega Evolution of Aerodactyl, 2× weak to Rock, Steel, Water, Electric and Ice, with a base stat total of 615. On Pokémon Showdown it’s on 2.2% of Champions VGC teams (Sep 2026).
- Height
- 2.1 m 6′11″
- Weight
- 79 kg 174.2 lbs
- Base stat total
- 615 Higher than 98% of Pokémon
- Introduced
- Gen VI X & Y
Aerodactyl’s sawlike fangs can shred skin to tatters—even the skin of Steel-type Pokémon.
Base stats
Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Spe.
Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature
Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Spe.
Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature
Type matchups
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Takes normal damage from 7 types
Speed tiers
The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 130); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.
At max Speed, Aerodactyl outspeeds 28 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown, and ties 1.
Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 on Showdown
WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 on Showdown
Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 on Showdown
Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 on Showdown
Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 on Showdown
Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 on Showdown
IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 on Showdown
Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 on Showdown
ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 on Showdown
PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 on Showdown
MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 on Showdown
PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 on Showdown
SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 on Showdown
ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 on Showdown
FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 on Showdown
Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 on ShowdownSmogon · Showdown Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.
The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 150); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.
At max Speed, Mega Aerodactyl outspeeds 30 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.
Smogon · Showdown Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.
Abilities
This Pokémon does not take damage besides Struggle/Life Orb/crash damage.
Everything about Rock Head →If this Pokémon is the target of a foe's move, that move loses one additional PP.
Everything about Pressure →While this Pokémon is active, it prevents opposing Pokémon from using their Berries.
Everything about Unnerve →
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Aron
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Bagon
Shelgon
Bonsly
Blue-Striped Basculin
Tyrantrum
Articuno
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Mewtwo
Raikou
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Wailord
Dusclops
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Bisharp
Kyurem
Eternatus
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Persian
Ursaring
Houndour
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Tyranitar
Masquerain
Joltik
Galvantula
Axew
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Litleo
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Bewear
Rookidee
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UrsalunaThis Pokémon's have their power multiplied by 1.3.
Everything about Tough Claws →Other Pokémon with Tough Claws 8
Mega Charizard X
Galarian Meowth
Binacle
Barbaracle
Dusk Lycanroc
PerrserkerCompetitive
Ranked ladder · in-game
Doubles
#46 of 262 used
Focus Sash (45.3%) · (91.3%) · Jolly (81.5%) · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32 (50.3%)
Singles
#146 of 262 used
Aerodactylite (64.1%) · (65.2%) · Jolly (60.6%) · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32 (48.3%)
Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.
Usage over time
Values
| Month | Regulation | Battles | Share of teams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | Reg M-A | 3,122,222 | 15.3% |
| May 2026 | Reg M-A | 3,355,619 | 6.7% |
| Jun 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,163,315 | 4.0% |
| Jul 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,764,686 | 3.2% |
| Aug 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,269,250 | 2.6% |
| Sep 2026 | Reg M-C | 1,631,943 | 1.4% |
Smogon · Showdown On Showdown
Sep 2026Mega Aerodactyl: 1.4%1.4%1.8%2.2% of Champions VGC teams on Showdown →
2.0% of teams · rank #60 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 64,952 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
1.7% of teams · rank #61 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 29,466 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
1.3% of teams · rank #66 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 3,533 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
1.4% of teams · rank #65 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 182 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by Showdown level
- Showdown: all games2.0%
- Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)1.7%
- Showdown: competitive (1630 weighting)1.3%
- Showdown: top players (1760 weighting)1.4%
Moves
- Rock Slide97.0%
- Tailwind93.1%
- Dual Wingbeat72.0%
- Protect51.9%
- Wide Guard47.2%
- Taunt16.5%
- Ice Fang4.3%
- Sunny Day2.1%
Items
- Focus Sash80.0%
Wide Lens3.1%
Life Orb3.1%
Hard Stone2.2%
Mental Herb1.7%
Rocky Helmet1.1%
Abilities
- 86.1%
- 10.7%
- 3.2%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe65.9%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 32 Spe5.7%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe4.8%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe4.6%
These 4 cover 81.0% of its sets.
Most common partners
Rillaboom26.4%
Sneasler22.1%
Incineroar20.9%
Indeedee-F16.5%
Kingambit16.0%
Garchomp14.7%
Moves
- Rock Slide97.3%
- Tailwind93.6%
- Dual Wingbeat73.1%
- Protect56.0%
- Wide Guard48.2%
- Taunt15.0%
- Ice Fang4.1%
- Sunny Day3.1%
Items
- Focus Sash85.5%
- Life Orb2.6%
- Wide Lens2.3%
- Hard Stone1.7%
White Herb1.0%- Mental Herb0.9%
Abilities
- 88.8%
- 8.6%
- 2.6%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe68.1%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe5.5%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 32 Spe4.6%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe3.5%
These 4 cover 81.7% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Rillaboom30.4%
- Sneasler24.7%
- Incineroar24.1%
- Kingambit18.4%
- Indeedee-F18.2%
- Garchomp16.7%
Moves
- Rock Slide99.0%
- Tailwind91.4%
- Dual Wingbeat71.6%
- Protect58.7%
- Wide Guard51.1%
- Taunt13.1%
- Sunny Day6.1%
- Ice Fang3.6%
Items
- Focus Sash90.5%
- Wide Lens1.9%
- Hard Stone1.8%
- Life Orb1.1%
- White Herb0.7%
Charti Berry0.5%
Abilities
- 93.3%
- 5.3%
- 1.5%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe76.1%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe5.8%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe2.6%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 32 Spe2.3%
These 4 cover 86.8% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Rillaboom28.7%
- Sneasler26.8%
- Incineroar26.5%
- Indeedee-F22.8%
- Kingambit22.0%
Basculegion20.9%
Moves
- Rock Slide99.4%
- Tailwind93.2%
- Dual Wingbeat69.4%
- Protect65.7%
- Wide Guard48.7%
- Taunt10.7%
- Sunny Day5.9%
- Ice Fang3.3%
Items
- Focus Sash90.7%
- Hard Stone3.9%
- White Herb1.3%
- Life Orb0.9%
- Wide Lens0.7%
Lum Berry0.4%
Abilities
- 95.3%
- 3.6%
- 1.1%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe72.1%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe8.5%
- Jolly 12 HP / 12 Atk / 9 Def / 1 SpD / 32 Spe3.8%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe2.9%
These 4 cover 87.3% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Rillaboom26.9%
- Basculegion25.4%
Charizard-Mega-Y24.1%- Kingambit23.8%
- Incineroar23.8%
- Sneasler22.1%
0.3% of teams · rank #198 · Singles · about 874 teams · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026
0.2% of teams · rank #190 · Singles · about 354 teams · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026
0.1% of teams · rank #183 · Singles · about 55 teams · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026
Not in this format’s stats at this level.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by Showdown level
- Showdown: all games0.3%
- Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)0.2%
- Showdown: competitive (1630 weighting)0.1%
Moves
- Stealth Rock58.9%
- Rock Slide56.4%
- Taunt54.2%
- Dual Wingbeat53.7%
- Earthquake41.8%
- Tailwind36.2%
- Stone Edge20.6%
- Ice Fang9.2%
Items
- Focus Sash64.0%
- Life Orb6.4%
Expert Belt4.1%
Sharp Beak2.7%- Wide Lens2.7%
- Mental Herb2.6%
Abilities
- 40.7%
- 30.2%
- 29.1%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe60.9%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe8.9%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe5.4%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 32 Spe4.5%
These 4 cover 79.7% of its sets.
Most common partners
Corviknight18.0%- Sneasler14.2%
Rotom-Wash11.3%
Hydreigon10.9%- Garchomp10.5%
Dragapult10.4%
Moves
- Stealth Rock77.1%
- Taunt64.7%
- Rock Slide51.0%
- Earthquake50.9%
- Dual Wingbeat49.0%
- Stone Edge27.7%
- Tailwind17.5%
- Ice Fang13.3%
Items
- Focus Sash77.6%
- Expert Belt4.5%
- Life Orb3.3%
- Mental Herb2.2%
- Sharp Beak2.1%
Choice Scarf2.0%
Abilities
- 53.5%
- 24.8%
- 21.7%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe63.2%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe16.5%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe4.9%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 32 Spe3.9%
These 4 cover 88.5% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Corviknight26.1%
- Hydreigon18.7%
- Rotom-Wash17.0%
- Sneasler15.4%
Scizor12.7%
Ninetales-Alola12.0%
Moves
- Stealth Rock92.4%
- Taunt90.1%
- Dual Wingbeat41.2%
- Earthquake40.2%
- Stone Edge39.8%
- Rock Slide31.9%
- Ice Fang20.9%
- Rock Tomb16.9%
Items
- Focus Sash89.4%
- Charti Berry5.0%
- Expert Belt2.7%
Leftovers0.9%- Life Orb0.7%
- Choice Scarf0.6%
Abilities
- 59.7%
- 23.9%
- 16.5%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe68.8%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 Def / 32 Spe18.4%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Def / 32 Spe5.0%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 32 Spe2.6%
These 4 cover 94.8% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Corviknight34.8%
Clefable-Mega20.7%
Staraptor20.7%- Kingambit20.4%
Gliscor19.4%- Garchomp19.4%
0.3% of teams · rank #192 · Reg M-C · Singles · about 396 teams · 69,462 battles · Sep 2026
0.2% of teams · rank #211 · Reg M-C · Singles · about 150 teams · 69,462 battles · Sep 2026
Not in this format’s stats at this level.
Not in this format’s stats at this level.Few players at this level: about 695 teams’ worth of games in this format.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Focus Sash
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by Showdown level
- Showdown: all games0.3%
- Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)0.2%
Moves
- Dual Wingbeat65.3%
- Rock Slide52.6%
- Tailwind48.9%
- Taunt33.8%
- Protect25.3%
- Earthquake24.6%
- Stone Edge24.1%
- Stealth Rock23.4%
Items
- Focus Sash50.1%
- Life Orb27.7%
- Wide Lens4.6%
King's Rock3.4%- Expert Belt1.9%
- Choice Scarf1.7%
Abilities
- 43.6%
- 29.7%
- 26.7%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe55.9%
- Timid 32 HP / 2 SpD / 32 Spe8.9%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe7.4%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 32 Spe7.2%
These 4 cover 79.4% of its sets.
Most common partners
Vivillon14.7%
Salamence-Mega12.8%
Aegislash11.5%
Raichu-Mega-Y10.6%- Garchomp10.6%
Dragonite-Mega9.9%
Moves
- Dual Wingbeat64.8%
- Rock Slide54.0%
- Tailwind52.7%
- Taunt31.5%
- Earthquake30.0%
- Protect26.5%
- Stone Edge25.9%
- Wide Guard20.7%
Items
- Focus Sash50.8%
- Life Orb29.1%
- Wide Lens5.6%
- King's Rock3.6%
Sitrus Berry1.6%- Expert Belt1.5%
Abilities
- 43.2%
- 32.3%
- 24.5%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe60.8%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe6.7%
- Timid 32 HP / 2 SpD / 32 Spe5.8%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 32 Spe5.3%
These 4 cover 78.6% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Raichu-Mega-Y14.8%
- Aegislash12.4%
- Vivillon11.6%
- Salamence-Mega11.3%
Umbreon9.7%- Garchomp8.8%
Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera
Usage over time
Values
| Month | Regulation | Battles | Share of teams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | Reg M-A | 3,122,222 | 7.9% |
| May 2026 | Reg M-A | 3,355,619 | 12.2% |
| Jun 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,163,315 | 5.3% |
| Jul 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,764,686 | 9.9% |
| Aug 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,269,250 | 7.5% |
| Sep 2026 | Reg M-C | 1,631,943 | 2.2% |
Smogon · Showdown On Showdown
Sep 20261.4% of teams · rank #68 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 44,853 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
1.4% of teams · rank #65 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 25,123 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
1.8% of teams · rank #59 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 4,869 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
2.2% of teams · rank #52 · Reg M-C · Doubles · about 287 teams · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by Showdown level
- Showdown: all games1.4%
- Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)1.4%
- Showdown: competitive (1630 weighting)1.8%
- Showdown: top players (1760 weighting)2.2%
Moves
- Rock Slide98.0%
- Dual Wingbeat86.6%
- Tailwind86.2%
- Protect45.6%
- Wide Guard37.4%
- Ice Fang26.3%
- Taunt3.9%
- Earthquake2.5%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe42.5%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe6.9%
- Jolly 28 HP / 11 Atk / 9 Def / 1 SpD / 17 Spe4.9%
- Jolly 16 HP / 13 Atk / 5 SpD / 32 Spe4.1%
These 4 cover 58.4% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Kingambit35.5%
- Rillaboom29.3%
Sylveon28.8%- Incineroar27.1%
- Garchomp26.8%
- Charizard-Mega-Y26.5%
Moves
- Rock Slide98.9%
- Dual Wingbeat90.2%
- Tailwind88.9%
- Protect45.9%
- Wide Guard37.8%
- Ice Fang26.4%
- Taunt3.1%
- Dragon Dance1.5%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe39.8%
- Jolly 16 HP / 13 Atk / 5 SpD / 32 Spe6.1%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe5.4%
- Jolly 22 HP / 12 Atk / 32 Spe3.4%
These 4 cover 54.7% of its sets.
Moves
- Rock Slide99.2%
- Tailwind90.7%
- Dual Wingbeat90.0%
- Protect44.1%
- Wide Guard39.6%
- Ice Fang28.3%
- Taunt2.2%
- Earthquake1.6%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe30.1%
- Jolly 16 HP / 13 Atk / 5 SpD / 32 Spe11.0%
- Jolly 22 HP / 12 Atk / 32 Spe3.7%
- Jolly 26 HP / 7 Atk / 1 Def / 32 Spe3.7%
These 4 cover 48.5% of its sets.
Moves
- Rock Slide99.3%
- Tailwind90.4%
- Dual Wingbeat81.0%
- Protect47.6%
- Ice Fang39.0%
- Wide Guard32.0%
- Earthquake3.5%
- Taunt3.2%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe27.4%
- Jolly 16 HP / 13 Atk / 5 SpD / 32 Spe11.4%
- Jolly 32 HP / 2 Atk / 6 Def / 26 Spe4.2%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe4.1%
These 4 cover 47.1% of its sets.
0.4% of teams · rank #166 · Singles · about 1,265 teams · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026
0.4% of teams · rank #152 · Singles · about 706 teams · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026
0.7% of teams · rank #90 · Singles · about 371 teams · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026
Not in this format’s stats at this level.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Adamant
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Adamant
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Adamant
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by Showdown level
- Showdown: all games0.4%
- Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)0.4%
- Showdown: competitive (1630 weighting)0.7%
Moves
- Dual Wingbeat87.8%
- Dragon Dance54.8%
- Ice Fang47.5%
- Fire Fang40.6%
- Stone Edge32.1%
- Earthquake27.5%
- Rock Slide22.3%
- Tailwind17.7%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe39.0%
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe24.4%
- Adamant 12 HP / 20 Atk / 5 Def / 9 SpD / 20 Spe9.2%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe5.9%
These 4 cover 78.5% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Garchomp42.8%
- Corviknight36.8%
Pawmot16.8%
Volcarona16.3%
Slowking-Galar15.6%- Aegislash14.2%
Moves
- Dual Wingbeat87.0%
- Dragon Dance75.2%
- Ice Fang68.4%
- Fire Fang65.7%
- Stone Edge28.0%
- Earthquake20.2%
- Rock Slide12.8%
- Roost9.3%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe61.8%
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe19.0%
- Adamant 12 HP / 20 Atk / 5 Def / 9 SpD / 20 Spe6.6%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe4.8%
These 4 cover 92.2% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Garchomp67.5%
- Corviknight58.1%
- Slowking-Galar26.8%
- Pawmot25.8%
- Volcarona24.7%
Skeledirge24.3%
Moves
- Dragon Dance96.0%
- Fire Fang93.6%
- Dual Wingbeat91.0%
- Ice Fang88.5%
- Stone Edge13.0%
- Earthquake8.7%
- Roost2.6%
- Stealth Rock1.8%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe89.4%
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe5.9%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe1.7%
- Adamant 24 HP / 21 Atk / 7 Def / 6 SpD / 8 Spe1.0%
These 4 cover 98.0% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Garchomp93.0%
- Corviknight86.9%
- Pawmot42.4%
- Slowking-Galar40.2%
- Volcarona39.6%
- Skeledirge37.9%
0.2% of teams · rank #230 · Reg M-C · Singles · about 216 teams · 69,462 battles · Sep 2026
0.1% of teams · rank #229 · Reg M-C · Singles · about 105 teams · 69,462 battles · Sep 2026
Not in this format’s stats at this level.
Not in this format’s stats at this level.Few players at this level: about 695 teams’ worth of games in this format.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Stat Alignment
- Jolly
- Stat Points
- 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by Showdown level
- Showdown: all games0.2%
- Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)0.1%
Moves
- Rock Slide89.1%
- Dual Wingbeat89.1%
- Tailwind53.0%
- Protect34.9%
- Earthquake27.1%
- Dragon Dance24.0%
- Ice Fang19.9%
- Wide Guard15.0%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe66.7%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 32 Spe9.0%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe6.2%
- Jolly 16 HP / 18 Atk / 32 Spe2.2%
These 4 cover 84.1% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Sylveon20.9%
- Kingambit17.8%
- Rillaboom17.4%
- Basculegion15.9%
- Garchomp15.3%
Garchomp-Mega-Z14.0%
Moves
- Dual Wingbeat91.0%
- Rock Slide88.3%
- Tailwind53.1%
- Protect37.3%
- Earthquake34.1%
- Dragon Dance23.7%
- Ice Fang22.1%
- Wide Guard13.9%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
Stat Points
- Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe78.7%
- Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe3.4%
- Jolly 32 Atk / 32 Spe2.4%
- Jolly 16 HP / 18 Atk / 32 Spe2.0%
These 4 cover 86.5% of its sets.
Most common partners
- Garchomp22.9%
- Kingambit21.7%
- Sylveon20.6%
- Basculegion19.8%
- Garchomp-Mega-Z17.5%
Scovillain-Mega16.4%
Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera
0.6% of teams · rank #129 · Singles, all Pokémon · 1630 weighting · 426,601 battles · Sep 2026
Most common build
- Item
- Aerodactylite
- Ability
- Nature
- Adamant
- EVs
- 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.
Usage by rating
- All games1.1%
- 1500 weighting0.9%
- 1630 weighting0.6%
- 1760 weighting0.4%
Usage by month
Moves
- Dual Wingbeat97.0%
- Stone Edge79.2%
- Earthquake79.1%
- Dragon Dance54.4%
- Ice Fang22.8%
- Hone Claws21.2%
- Fire Fang11.6%
- Taunt9.0%
- Roost8.6%
- Rock Slide4.0%
Items
- Aerodactylite100.0%
Abilities
- 100.0%
EV spreads
- Adamant 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe28.0%
- Jolly 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe20.7%
- Jolly 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe20.5%
- Jolly 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe9.6%
- Adamant 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe7.8%
Common teammates
Gholdengo35.5%
Alomomola22.2%
Landorus-Therian20.3%- Garchomp12.8%
Zapdos11.6%
Melmetal11.5%
Terapagos11.5%
Urshifu-Rapid-Strike11.4%
Checks & counters
- Kingambit73.9%
Raging Bolt66.4%- Gholdengo58.9%
Ferrothorn63.1%- Terapagos48.4%
- Garchomp42.4%
Evolution
Aerodactyl doesn’t evolve, but in battle it can Mega Evolve.
#0142AerodactylRock- Mega Evolution, in battleholding Aerodactylite
#0142Mega AerodactylRock
Aerodactyl doesn’t evolve, but in battle it can Mega Evolve.
- #0142AerodactylRock
- Mega Evolution, in battleholding Aerodactylite#0142Mega AerodactylRock
Moves
Level up 14
| 1 | Ancient Power10% chance to raise all stats by 1 (not acc/eva). | Rock | Spec | 60 | 100% | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bite30% chance to make the target flinch. | Dark | Phys | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| 5 | SupersonicCauses the target to become confused. | Normal | Status | — | 55% | 20 |
| 10 | Wing AttackNo additional effect. | Phys | 60 | 100% | 35 | |
| 15 | Scary FaceLowers the target's Speed by 2. | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| 20 | Rock Slide30% chance to make the foe(s) flinch. | Rock | Phys | 75 | 90% | 10 |
| 25 | RoarForces the target to switch to a random ally. | Normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| 30 | Crunch20% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1. | Dark | Phys | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| 35 | Iron Head30% chance to make the target flinch. | Steel | Phys | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| 40 | Take DownHas 1/4 recoil. | Normal | Phys | 90 | 85% | 20 |
| 45 | Stone EdgeHigh critical hit ratio. | Rock | Phys | 100 | 80% | 5 |
| 50 | AgilityRaises the user's Speed by 2. | Psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| 55 | Hyper BeamUser cannot move next turn. | Normal | Spec | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| 60 | Giga ImpactUser cannot move next turn. | Normal | Phys | 150 | 90% | 5 |
TM / HM / TR 38
| TM83 | Bulldoze100% chance lower adjacent Pkmn Speed by 1. | Ground | Phys | 60 | 100% | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM02 | FlyFlies up on first turn, then strikes the next turn. | Phys | 90 | 95% | 15 | |
| HM04 | StrengthNo additional effect. | Normal | Phys | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| HM05 | Defog-1 evasion; ends user and target hazards/terrain. | Status | — | — | 15 | |
| HM06 | Rock Smash50% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1. | Fighting | Phys | 40 | 100% | 15 |
| TM | RoarForces the target to switch to a random ally. | Normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| TM | Flamethrower10% chance to burn the target. | Fire | Spec | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| TM | Hyper BeamUser cannot move next turn. | Normal | Spec | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| TM | EarthquakeHits adjacent Pokémon. Double damage on Dig. | Ground | Phys | 100 | 100% | 10 |
| TM | Double TeamRaises the user's evasiveness by 1. | Normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| TM | Fire Blast10% chance to burn the target. | Fire | Spec | 110 | 85% | 5 |
| TM | RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status. | Psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM | Rock Slide30% chance to make the foe(s) flinch. | Rock | Phys | 75 | 90% | 10 |
| TM | SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM | ThiefIf the user has no item, it steals the target's. | Dark | Phys | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| TM | ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM | SandstormFor 5 turns, a sandstorm rages. Rock: 1.5× SpD. | Rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM | EndureUser survives attacks this turn with at least 1 HP. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM | SwaggerRaises the target's Attack by 2 and confuses it. | Normal | Status | — | 85% | 15 |
| TM | Steel Wing10% chance to raise the user's Defense by 1. | Steel | Phys | 70 | 90% | 25 |
| TM | AttractA target of the opposite gender gets infatuated. | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 15 |
| TM | Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM | Iron Tail30% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1. | Steel | Phys | 100 | 75% | 15 |
| TM | Rain DanceFor 5 turns, heavy rain powers Water moves. | Water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM | Sunny DayFor 5 turns, intense sunlight powers Fire moves. | Fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM | TormentTarget can't select the same move twice in a row. | Dark | Status | — | 100% | 15 |
| TM | FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed. | Normal | Phys | 70 | 100% | 20 |
| TM | TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns. | Dark | Status | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM | Rock Tomb100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1. | Rock | Phys | 60 | 95% | 15 |
| TM | Aerial AceThis move does not check accuracy. | Phys | 60 | — | 20 | |
| TM | Dragon ClawNo additional effect. | Dragon | Phys | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| TM | RoostHeals 50% HP. Flying-type removed 'til turn ends. | Status | — | — | 5 | |
| TM | PaybackPower doubles if the user moves after the target. | Dark | Phys | 50 | 100% | 10 |
| TM | Rock PolishRaises the user's Speed by 2. | Rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| TM | Dragon PulseNo additional effect. | Dragon | Spec | 85 | 100% | 10 |
| TM | Giga ImpactUser cannot move next turn. | Normal | Phys | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| TM | Stone EdgeHigh critical hit ratio. | Rock | Phys | 100 | 80% | 5 |
| TM | Stealth RockHurts foes on switch-in. Factors Rock weakness. | Rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
Egg moves 6
| Egg | AssurancePower doubles if target was damaged this turn. | Dark | Phys | 60 | 100% | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egg | CurseCurses if Ghost, else -1 Spe, +1 Atk, +1 Def. | Ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| Egg | Dragon Breath30% chance to paralyze the target. | Dragon | Spec | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Egg | TailwindFor 4 turns, allies' Speed is doubled. | Status | — | — | 15 | |
| Egg | WhirlwindForces the target to switch to a random ally. | Normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| Egg | Wide GuardProtects allies from multi-target moves this turn. | Rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
No moves match those filters.
Biology
A vicious prehistoric Pokémon, it goes for its opponents' throats with its serrated, saw-like fangs that shred the skin of even Steel-type Pokémon. It went extinct, but it was resurrected by taking its DNA from an Old Amber. It flies by spreading its wings and gliding through the skies, to the point of being referred to as their king.
A widely accepted theory is that it went extinct due to a meteor impact. Despite its strength in the air, it is weak and slow on the ground. Even modern technology is still unable to make a truly perfect specimen.
Design & origin
Aerodactyl is based on pterodactyls and dragons or wyverns.
Forms
The power of Mega Evolution has completely restored its dormant genes, bringing back the sharp stones that once covered its entire body. The stones on it are harder than diamonds, and even scholars say that this is its true appearance.
However, this has caused it to be not only way more vicious, but irritable and painful, causing it to bite and lash out at anything that moves.
Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation I Pokémon, List of generation VI Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.
Polls & views
- Official vote, JapanAerodactyl: #266 of 720 in the 2016 Pokémon General Election 720 (Japan), tiedOfficial results, via Cinematoday
Each line is one source, as it published it. Polls counted every form under its species.
Pokédex entries
- Fossil Pokémon
- Kanto · Red & Green (JP)
- Color
- Purple
- Mountain
- Pal Park area
- Mountain
Aerodactyl’s sawlike fangs can shred skin to tatters—even the skin of Steel-type Pokémon.
ShieldThis is a ferocious Pokémon from ancient times. Apparently even modern technology is incapable of producing a perfectly restored specimen.
SwordIt flew through the open skies over the ancient continent as if they were its own. When it touched ground, its walk was weak and slow.
Ultra MoonRestored from DNA found in amber, this Pokémon exhibited ferocity that was greater than expected. Some casualties resulted.
Ultra SunIn ancient times, it ruled the skies. A widely accepted theory is that it went extinct due to a large meteor impact.
MoonA Pokémon from the age of the dinosaurs. It used its sawlike fangs to shred its prey before eating them.
SunA Pokémon that roamed the skies in the dinosaur era. Its teeth are like saw blades.
Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2It was regenerated from a dinosaur’s genetic matter that was found in amber. It flies with high-pitched cries.
FireRed · XAERODACTYL is a Pokémon from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from DNA extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies.
EmeraldAERODACTYL is a Pokémon from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from genetic material extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies in ancient times.
Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha SapphireIn prehistoric times, this Pokémon flew freely and fearlessly through the skies.
CrystalThis vicious Pokémon is said to have flown in an cient skies while shrieking high- pitched cries.
Silver · SoulSilver · YA vicious Pokémon from the distant past, it appears to have flown by spreading its wings and gliding.
Gold · HeartGoldA savage Pokémon that died out in ancient times. It was resurrected using DNA taken from amber.
Yellow · Let’s Go, Pikachu! · Let’s Go, Eevee!A ferocious, prehistoric Pokémon that goes for the enemy's throat with its serrated saw-like fangs.
Red · Blue · LeafGreen
Names around the world
- English
- Aerodactyl
- Japanese
- プテラ
- Japanese (romaji)
- Ptera
- Korean
- 프테라
- Chinese (Traditional)
- 化石翼龍
- Chinese (Simplified)
- 化石翼龙
- French
- Ptéra
- German
- Aerodactyl
- Spanish
- Aerodactyl
- Italian
- Aerodactyl
Sprites
Artwork and 3D models
Gen IX · Gen VIII · Gen VII
Gen VI · Gen V
Generation IV
Generation III
Generation II
Generation I
Artwork and 3D models
Gen IX · Gen VII · Gen VI
Training
- 2 Spe
- 45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
- 70
- 180
- Slow
- 2 Spe
- 45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
- 70
- 215
- Slow
Breeding
- Flying
- ♂ 87.5%♀ 12.5%
- 35 egg cycles ≈9,180 steps (Gen IV–VII)
Where to find
Shield: The Crown Tundra 7 areas
- Ballimere Lake (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Dyna Tree Hill (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Frigid Sea (Max Den M)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Frostpoint Field (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
- Giant's Bed (Max Den U)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Snowslide Slope (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Green 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 30
Red 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 30
Sword: The Crown Tundra 7 areas
- Ballimere Lake (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Dyna Tree Hill (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Frigid Sea (Max Den M)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Frostpoint Field (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
- Giant's Bed (Max Den U)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
- Snowslide Slope (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Let’s Go, Eevee! 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 44
Let’s Go, Pikachu! 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 44
Ultra Moon 1 area
- Seafolk VillageReceive as a gift · Lv 40
Ultra Sun 1 area
- Seafolk VillageReceive as a gift · Lv 40
Moon 1 area
- Seafolk VillageReceive as a gift · Lv 40
Sun 1 area
- Seafolk VillageReceive as a gift · Lv 40
White 2 1 area
- Nacrene MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 25
Black 2 1 area
- Nacrene MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 25
White 1 area
- Nacrene MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 25
Black 1 area
- Nacrene MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 25
SoulSilver 1 area
- Pewter Museum of ScienceReceive as a gift · Lv 20
HeartGold 1 area
- Pewter Museum of ScienceReceive as a gift · Lv 20
Platinum 1 area
- Oreburgh Mining MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 20
Pearl 1 area
- Oreburgh Mining MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 20
Diamond 1 area
- Oreburgh Mining MuseumReceive as a gift · Lv 20
LeafGreen 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 5
FireRed 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 5
Crystal 1 area
- Road 14Trade with an NPC · Lv 5–100
Silver 1 area
- Road 14Trade with an NPC · Lv 5–100
Gold 1 area
- Road 14Trade with an NPC · Lv 5–100
Yellow 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 30
Blue 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 30
Red 1 area
- Cinnabar Lab (Cinnabar Island)Receive as a gift · Lv 30
Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.
Mega Evolves in battle from Aerodactyl holding Aerodactylite.
Not found in the wild in the games we have location data for.
Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.