Stats & Training
Pelipper's spread isn't flashy. Defense leads, Attack trails, 2 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Defense EVs, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Its spacious beak is large enough for a small child to fit right inside.
Gathering food is the work of young males. They store food in their capacious beaks and carry it back to others waiting in the nest.
Pelipper Weakness
Pelipper's Water/Flying typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Rock. Electric hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Ground-type attacks completely. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Pelipper's physical bulk (base 100 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Electric |
| 2x (Weak) | Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Fighting, Bug, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground |
 Xurkitree Electric | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Xurkitree builds →Zap Cannon 4x434-511%KO Thunderbolt 4x324-382%KO Discharge 4x290-342%KO Thunder Punch 4x117-138%KO | ||
 Jolteon Electric | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Jolteon builds →Thunder 4x268-316%KO Thunderbolt 4x222-262%KO Discharge 4x196-231%KO Volt Switch 4x173-204%KO | ||
 Luxray Electric | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Luxray builds →Wild Charge 4x181-213%KO Thunderbolt 4x196-231%KO Discharge 4x173-204%KO Volt Switch 4x155-182%KO | ||
 Vikavolt BugElectric | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Vikavolt builds →Zap Cannon 4x370-436%KO Thunderbolt 4x279-329%KO Volt Switch 4x219-258%KO Spark 4x87-102%KO | ||
 Electabuzz Electric | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Electabuzz builds →Thunder 4x238-280%KO Thunderbolt 4x196-231%KO Discharge 4x173-204%KO Thunder Punch 4x113-133%KO | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Incineroar builds →Flare Blitz31-36% Knock Off33-39% U Turn12-14% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves View Hippowdon builds →
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 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureJolly Moves View Gliscor builds →
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 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemBlack Sludge NatureSassy Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Amoonguss builds →Giga Drain29-34% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureSassy Moves
Damage vs Pelipper View Tangrowth builds →Giga Drain36-43% Knock Off15-17% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Pelipper is the evolved form of Wingull. Breeding produces Wingull eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Wingull gave Pelipper the biggest boost in Defense (+70), bringing the total to 440 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Pelipper to get Wingull eggs easily using 58 partners from the Flying and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Agility, Aqua Ring, Brine and 8 more.
Sun & Moon Pelipper Best Moveset
Drizzle isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Damprock for extra utility and max HP and Sp. Atk EVs, Pelipper fills the special attacker slot reliably. Modest nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Pelipper best EVs are Sp. Atk and HP
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Hurricane
- Tailwind
- Protect
- Scald
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- U Turn
- Hurricane
- Scald
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The natural movepool does the job, but Agility and Aqua Ring from the egg pool give Pelipper something extra. Pair those with Hurricane and Hydro Pump for STAB and coverage across 8 types for reach, and the kit fills out nicely.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Pelipper in Sun & Moon
Pelipper starts showing up in mid-game routes at high spawn rates across 26 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Pelipper in Sun & Moon
Wingull is your first catch on the way to Pelipper. You'll find walking, surfing, and more encounters from Lv. 5-59 across 56 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch WingullRoute 1 - Hau'oli OutskirtsSunGrass Lv.5-7 Route50%EarlyRoute 1 - Hau'oli OutskirtsMoonGrass Lv.5-7 Route50%EarlyKala'e BaySunGrass Lv.15-18 Water40%EarlyKala'e BayMoonGrass Lv.15-18 Water40%EarlyBrooklet Hill - SouthSunGrass Lv.14-1730%EarlyBrooklet Hill - SouthMoonGrass Lv.14-1730%EarlyHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictSunGrass Lv.5-8 City20%EarlyHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictMoonGrass Lv.5-8 City20%EarlyBrooklet Hill - Totem's DenSunSurfing on water Lv.14-1720%EarlyBrooklet Hill - Totem's DenMoonSurfing on water Lv.14-1720%EarlyKala'e BaySunSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Water20%EarlyKala'e BayMoonSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Water20%EarlyMelemele SeaMoonSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Water20%EarlyMelemele SeaSunSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Water20%EarlyRoute 1 - Hau'oli OutskirtsSunSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Route20%EarlyRoute 1 - Hau'oli OutskirtsMoonSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Route20%EarlyBrooklet Hill - NorthMoonGrass Lv.14-1710%EarlyBrooklet Hill - NorthSunGrass Lv.14-1710%EarlyAkala OutskirtsMoonGrass Lv.20-2350%MidAkala OutskirtsSunGrass Lv.20-2350%MidRoute 7SunSurfing on water Lv.16-19 Route20%MidRoute 7MoonSurfing on water Lv.16-19 Route20%MidHano BeachSunSurfing on water Lv.21-24 Water20%MidHano BeachMoonSurfing on water Lv.21-24 Water20%MidPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedMoonGift from NPC Lv.21-276%MidPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedSunGift from NPC Lv.21-276%MidPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedMoonGift from NPC Lv.37-435%LatePoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedSunGift from NPC Lv.37-435%LatePoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedMoonGift from NPC Lv.49-554%PostPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedSunGift from NPC Lv.49-554%Post
Step 2Pelipper ✓Route 15SunGrass Lv.30-33 Route50%MidRoute 15MoonGrass Lv.30-33 Route50%MidRoute 16MoonGrass Lv.30-33 Route50%MidRoute 16SunGrass Lv.30-33 Route50%MidRoute 14SunGrass Lv.28-31 Route30%MidRoute 14MoonGrass Lv.28-31 Route30%MidTapu VillageSunGrass Lv.28-31 City30%MidTapu VillageMoonGrass Lv.28-31 City30%MidSecluded ShoreMoonSurfing on water Lv.27-3020%MidSecluded ShoreSunSurfing on water Lv.27-3020%MidRoute 14SunSurfing on water Lv.28-31 Route20%MidRoute 14MoonSurfing on water Lv.28-31 Route20%MidRoute 15SunSurfing on water Lv.30-33 Route20%MidRoute 15MoonSurfing on water Lv.30-33 Route20%MidAncient Poni PathMoonGrass Lv.40-43 Route30%LateAncient Poni PathSunGrass Lv.40-43 Route30%LateExeggutor IslandMoonGrass Lv.40-43 Water30%LateExeggutor IslandSunGrass Lv.40-43 Water30%LatePoni WildsSunGrass Lv.40-4330%LatePoni WildsMoonGrass Lv.40-4330%LatePoni WildsSunSurfing on water Lv.40-4320%LatePoni WildsMoonSurfing on water Lv.40-4320%LatePoni GauntletSunGrass Lv.56-5930%PostPoni GauntletMoonGrass Lv.56-5930%PostPoni Plains - EastSunGrass Lv.54-5720%PostPoni Plains - EastMoonGrass Lv.54-5720%Postor evolve from Wingull (Step 1)
Pelipper Guide
In Sun & Moon, Wingull evolves into Pelipper at level 25. Pelipper is the fully evolved form. It sits at 440 BST in its evolved form.
For Sun & Moon, it depends on your team. Pelipper at 440 BST isn't a powerhouse, but the Water/Flying coverage might be exactly what you're missing.
In Sun & Moon, Don't let Pelipper's 440 base stat total fool you. Drizzle is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it B-Tier. Hurricane with Damprock is the standard set.
In Sun & Moon, Run Drizzle on Pelipper. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Pelipper also gets Keen Eye and Rain Dish, but they don't compare.
Game Availability
Pelipper first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 16 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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