Swellow #277
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← #276 Taillow | #278 Wingull → |
Swellow
#277
- Swallow Pokemon
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types | ![]() | ![]() |
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| gender | 50.0% ![]() | 50.0% ![]() |
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| height | 2'4" | 0.7 m | |
| weight | 43.7 lb. | 19.8 kg | |
| generation |
3rd (Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald) National: #277 | Hoenn: #026
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Locations
Where to catch Swellow in Pokemon Diamond and Pearl
| Area | Levels | Method | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 213 | 20-22 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 22% |
Where to catch Swellow in Pokemon Platinum
| Area | Levels | Method | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 213 | 25-26 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 22% |
Moves
Abilities
| Guts | Increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment. |
Level-up Moves
| Lv. | Move | Type | Class | Pow. | PP | Acc. | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 40 | 100% | Lowers the target's Attack by one stage. |
| 1 | Peck | ![]() | ![]() | 35 | 35 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
| 1 | Quick Attack | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 30 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
| 1 | Focus Energy | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 30 | -- | Increases the user's chance to score a critical hit. |
| 1 | Pluck | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 20 | 100% | If target has a berry, inflicts double damage and uses the berry. |
| 4 | Focus Energy | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 30 | -- | Increases the user's chance to score a critical hit. |
| 8 | Quick Attack | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 30 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
| 13 | Wing Attack | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 35 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
| 19 | Double Team | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | -- | Raises the user's evasion by one stage. |
| 28 | Endeavor | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 5 | 100% | Lowers the target's HP to equal the user's. |
| 38 | Aerial Ace | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 20 | -- | Never misses. |
| 49 | Agility | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 30 | -- | Raises the user's Speed by two stages. |
| 61 | Air Slash | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 20 | 95% | Has a 30% chance to make the target flinch. |
TMs/HMs
| # | Move | Type | Class | Pow. | PP | Acc. | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM6 | Toxic | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | 90% | Badly poisons the target, inflicting more damage every turn. |
| TM10 | Hidden Power | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 15 | 100% | Power and type depend upon user's IVs. Power can range from 30 to 70. |
| TM11 | Sunny Day | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 5 | -- | Changes the weather to sunny for five turns. |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 5 | 90% | User foregoes its next turn to recharge. |
| TM17 | Protect | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Prevents any moves from hitting the user this turn. |
| TM18 | Rain Dance | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 5 | -- | Changes the weather to rain for five turns. |
| TM21 | Frustration | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 20 | 100% | Power increases as happiness decreases, up to a maximum of 102. |
| TM27 | Return | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 20 | 100% | Power increases with happiness, up to a maximum of 102. |
| TM32 | Double Team | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | -- | Raises the user's evasion by one stage. |
| TM40 | Aerial Ace | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 20 | -- | Never misses. |
| TM42 | Facade | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 20 | 100% | Power doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned. |
| TM43 | Secret Power | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 20 | 100% | Has a 30% chance to inflict a status effect which depends upon the terrain. |
| TM44 | Rest | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | User sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself. |
| TM45 | Attract | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | 100% | Target falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user. |
| TM46 | Thief | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 10 | 100% | Takes the target's item. |
| TM47 | Steel Wing | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 25 | 90% | Has a 10% chance to raise the user's Defense by one stage. |
| TM51 | Roost | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Heals the user by half its max HP. |
| TM58 | Endure | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Prevents the user's HP from lowering below 1 this turn. |
| TM68 | Giga Impact | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 5 | 90% | User foregoes its next turn to recharge. |
| TM78 | Captivate | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 20 | 100% | Lowers the target's Special Attack by two stages if it's the opposite gender. |
| TM82 | Sleep Talk | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Randomly uses one of the user's other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping. |
| TM83 | Natural Gift | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 15 | 100% | Power and type depend on the held berry. |
| TM87 | Swagger | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | 90% | Raises the target's Attack by two stages and confuses the target. |
| TM88 | Pluck | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 20 | 100% | If target has a berry, inflicts double damage and uses the berry. |
| TM89 | U-turn | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 20 | 100% | User must switch out after attacking. |
| TM90 | Substitute | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Transfers 1/4 of the user's max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks. |
| HM2 | Fly | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 15 | 95% | User flies high into the air, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn. |
Egg Moves
| Move | Type | Class | Pow. | PP | Acc. | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whirlwind | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 20 | 100% | Immediately ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokemon. |
| Supersonic | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 20 | 55% | Confuses the target. |
| Rage | ![]() | ![]() | 20 | 20 | 100% | If the user is hit after using this move, its Attack rises by one stage. |
| Mirror Move | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 20 | -- | Uses the target's last used move. |
| Sky Attack | ![]() | ![]() | 140 | 5 | 90% | User charges for one turn before attacking. Has a 30% chance to make the target flinch. |
| Pursuit | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 20 | 100% | If the target leaves battle this turn, user will hit the target with double power and then hit its replacement normally. |
| Refresh | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 20 | -- | Cleanses the user of a burn, paralysis, or poison. |
| Brave Bird | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 15 | 100% | User receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil. |
Stats
| at level 100 | Base | Hindering (90%) | Neutral (100%) | Beneficial (110%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 60 | 230 - 324 | 230 - 324 | 230 - 324 |
| Attack | 85 | 157 - 242 | 175 - 269 | 192 - 295 |
| Defense | 60 | 112 - 197 | 125 - 219 | 137 - 240 |
| Sp. Attack | 50 | 94 - 179 | 105 - 199 | 115 - 218 |
| Sp. Defense | 50 | 94 - 179 | 105 - 199 | 115 - 218 |
| Speed | 125 | 229 - 314 | 255 - 349 | 280 - 383 |
| TOTAL | 430 | |||
Other Stats
| Base Experience | Max Experience | Catch Rate | Happiness | EV Yields |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 162 | 1,059,860 | 45 | 70 | Speed: 2 points |
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Images
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Flavortext
| Black 2 | It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey. |
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| Diamond | |
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| Platinum | |
| HeartGold | It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws. |
| SoulSilver | |
| Ruby | SWELLOW flies high above our heads, making graceful arcs in the sky. This Pokemon dives at a steep angle assoon as it spots its prey. The hapless prey is tightly grasped by SWELLOW's clawed feet, preventing escape. |
| Sapphire | SWELLOW is very conscientious about the upkeep of its glossy wings. Once two SWELLOW are gathered, theydiligently take care of cleaning each other's wings. |
| Emerald | A SWELLOW dives upon prey from far above. It never misses its targets. It takes to the skies in search of lands with a warm climate. |
| FireRed | If its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky. |
| LeafGreen |
Other
| Name Etymology | Swell + swallow |
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← #276 Taillow | #278 Wingull → |

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