Stats & Training
Nidorino's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 Attack EVs, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
It has a violent disposition and stabs foes with its horn, which oozes venom upon impact.
It has a violent disposition and stabs foes with its horn, which oozes venom upon impact.
Nidorino Weakness
Ground and Psychic moves hit Nidorino for super-effective damage. It resists 5 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 |
 Solgaleo PsychicSteel | S | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Cosmog (Lake Of The Moone Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Solgaleo builds →Earthquake 2x113-134%KO Psychic 2x135-159%KO Zen Headbutt 2x137-161%KO Psyshock 2x120-141%KO | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x163-192%KO Dig 2x131-154%KO Bulldoze 2x99-117%KO Sand Tomb 2x60-71% | ||
 Metagross SteelPsychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Metagross builds →Earthquake 2x113-132%KO Psychic 2x116-137%KO Zen Headbutt 2x135-159%KO Psyshock 2x103-121%KO | ||
 Zygarde DragonGround | B | |
Obtain MethodRoute 16 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Zygarde builds →Earthquake 2x131-154%KO Land's Wrath 2x118-139%KO Dig 2x104-124%KO Bulldoze 2x80-95% | ||
 Flygon GroundDragon | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Flygon builds →Earthquake 2x131-154%KO Earth Power 2x101-119%KO Bulldoze 2x80-95% Sand Tomb 2x49-57% | ||
In Sun & Moon, Excadrill can KO Nidorino with Earthquake (202-237%). Garchomp threatens a KO with Earthquake (197-232%). Starmie's Hydro Pump also KOs at 120-141%.
 Excadrill GroundSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMold Breaker ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Excadrill builds →Earthquake 2x202-237%KO Rapid Spin34-40% | ||
Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x197-232%KO Stone Edge65-77% | ||
 Starmie WaterPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Starmie builds →Rapid Spin20-24% Ice Beam65-77% Thunderbolt65-77% Hydro Pump120-141%KO | ||
 Alakazam Psychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Nidorino View Alakazam builds →Dazzling Gleam27-32% Psychic 2x187-220%KO Shadow Ball55-65% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Nidorino is partway through a three-stage line between Nidoran♂ (male) and Nidoking. The chain involves an evolution item, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+17 from Nidoran M). The final form adds another 140 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Nidorino to get Nidoran M eggs using 218 partners from the Ground and Monster egg groups. Notable egg moves include Amnesia, Beat Up, Chip Away and 11 more.
Sun & Moon Nidorino Best Moveset
Best Build
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Moves
Coverage runs deep. Nidorino can hit 12 types beyond STAB, including Flying and Fighting. The offense anchors on Sludge Bomb and Poison Jab while TMs handle everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Nidorino in Sun & Moon
Nidorino isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Nidoran♂ (male) from Red, Yellow, or Let's Go Pikachu. The evolution path from Nidoran♂ (male) to Nidorino is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Nidorino in Sun & Moon
Step 1Obtain Nidoran♂ (male)
Step 2Nidorino ✓
Nidorino Guide
In Sun & Moon, Nidorino isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Nidoking to unlock its full potential. At 365 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Poison Point has a 30% chance of poisoning attacking Pokémon on contact. That's the one you want on Nidorino. Hustle is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Rivalry works too if your team needs something different.
In Sun & Moon, Nidorino fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 72 Attack. At base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Game Availability
Nidorino 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.
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- 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