Stats & Training
Nidorina's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 HP EVs, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring.
It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight.
Nidorina Weakness
Type-wise, Nidorina takes extra damage from Ground and Psychic. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Only 2 weaknesses makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Poison, Bug |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
 Whiscash WaterGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Whiscash builds →Zen Headbutt 2x50-59% Mud-Slap 2x29-35% | ||
 Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Whiscash WaterGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Whiscash builds →Zen Headbutt 2x50-59% Mud Bomb 2x70-84% Mud-Slap 2x23-28% | ||
 Bronzor SteelPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Bronzor builds →Extrasensory 2x44-52% Confusion 2x31-38% | ||
 Wooper WaterGround | D | |
Obtain MethodRuins Of Alph Surfing Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Wooper builds →Mud Bomb 2x39-47% Mud Shot 2x34-42% | ||
 Spoink Psychic | D | |
 Drowzee Psychic | D | |
 Graveler RockGround | C | |
 Onix RockGround | C | |
Bronzor SteelPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Bronzor builds →Extrasensory 2x40-48% Confusion 2x27-32% | ||
 Numel FireGround | D | |
 Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x70-83% Sand Tomb 2x32-38% | ||
Graveler RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Graveler builds →Earthquake 2x108-127%KO Dig 2x86-101%KO | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Bronzor SteelPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Bronzor builds →Extrasensory 2x41-49% Confusion 2x27-32% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Numel builds →Earth Power 2x83-98% Dig 2x61-72% | ||
Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x73-87% Sand Tomb 2x34-40% | ||
Graveler RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Graveler builds →Earthquake 2x102-121%KO Dig 2x82-97% | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Bronzor SteelPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Bronzor builds →Extrasensory 2x39-47% Confusion 2x25-29% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x67-79% Sand Tomb 2x32-38% | ||
 Gligar Ground | C | |
Graveler RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Graveler builds →Earthquake 2x105-125%KO Dig 2x84-99% | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Bronzor SteelPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Bronzor builds →Future Sight 2x58-69% Extrasensory 2x38-46% Confusion 2x25-31% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Numel builds →Earth Power 2x81-97% Dig 2x60-71% | ||
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Gliscor can KO Nidorina with Earthquake (103-122%). Alakazam's Psychic also KOs at 175-206%.
 Gliscor Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityHypercutter ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Gliscor builds →Earthquake 2x103-122%KO Ice Fang22-26% | ||
 Celebi PsychicGrass | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves View Celebi builds →
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 Alakazam Psychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySynchronize ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Nidorina View Alakazam builds →Psychic 2x175-206%KO Focus Blast38-46% Shadow Ball52-61% | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | C | |
Ground is super effective against NidorinaView Garchomp → | ||
HeartGold & SoulSilver Evolution
This Poison-type links Nidoran♀ (female) to Nidoqueen. Nidorina has 365 stats but sits in the Undiscovered egg group. HP has grown the most so far (+15), but there's still another 140 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
HeartGold & SoulSilver Nidorina Best Moveset
Best Build
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Moves
Stall teams hate this. Nidorina can spread damage across 10 types, with Normal and Fighting punishing common defensive pivots. STAB from Sludge Bomb and Poison Jab keeps the pressure honest on everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Nidorina in HeartGold & SoulSilver
high spawn rates across 6 locations for Nidorina in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Nidorina in HeartGold & SoulSilver
The path to Nidorina starts with Nidoran♀ (female) at Lv. 12-23 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch Nidoran♀ (female)Route 35HeartGoldGrass Lv.12 RouteCommonEarlyRoute 35SoulSilverGrass Lv.12 RouteCommonEarlyRoute 36HeartGoldGrass Lv.12 RouteCommonEarlyRoute 36SoulSilverGrass Lv.12-13 RouteCommonEarlyMorning/dayRoute 36SoulSilverGrass Lv.12 RouteCommonEarly
Step 2Nidorina ✓Route 13HeartGoldGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidRoute 13SoulSilverGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidRoute 14HeartGoldGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidRoute 14SoulSilverGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidRoute 15SoulSilverGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidRoute 15HeartGoldGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidor evolve from Nidoran♀ (female) (Step 1)
Nidorina Guide
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Nidorina isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Nidoqueen to unlock its full potential. At 365 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Poison Point is the go-to ability for Nidorina. It has a 30% chance of poisoning attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Hustle can work in specific setups. Rivalry is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Nidorina fills the balanced role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 62 Attack). At base 56 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Game Availability
Nidorina has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 19 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves