Bidoof Best Moveset
Normal at 45 Attack and 31 Speed. The moveset is non-functional. Evolve to Bibarel for Normal/Water TermStab at 85 Attack and 71 Speed that at least contribute to encounters.
Bidoof saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). This was Bidoof's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Simple with Nothing, favoring a Hardy nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Bidoof best EVs are HP
Bulky Support Moveset
- Facade
- Protect
- Frustration
- Double Edge
Recommended Teammates
Bidoof saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Bidoof maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Simple with Leftovers, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Facade
- Curse
- Superpower
- Quick Attack
Recommended Teammates
Bidoof was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Unaware with Leftovers, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Stealth Rock
- Super Fang
- Return
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Bidoof saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Bidoof climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Simple with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Wall Moveset
- Rest
- Curse
- Amnesia
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Bidoof Weakness
Bidoof's Normal typing leaves it vulnerable to Fighting. It shrugs off Ghost-type attacks completely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Bidoof Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Bidoof
Urshifu can KO Bidoof with Close Combat (248-292%).
 Urshifu FightingDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityUnseenfist ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Bidoof View Urshifu builds →Close Combat 2x248-292%KO Close Combat 2x248-292%KO | ||
Evolution
Bidoof evolves into Bibarel. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 160 total stats over Bidoof. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Bidoof
decent spawn rates for Bidoof across 6 locations in early-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Bidoof in PLA
The path to Bidoof starts with Bidoof at Lv. 2-36 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Bidoof ✓Aspiration HillLv.2-4GrassRate 15%Horseshoe PlainsLv.2-6GrassRate 15%Droning MeadowLv.11-14GrassRate 15%Gapejaw BogLv.11-14GrassRate 15%Tidewater DamLv.11-14GrassRate 15%Ursa's RingLv.11-14GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into BibarelTidewater DamLv.15-18GrassRate 15%Gapejaw BogLv.19-22GrassRate 15%Ursa's RingLv.27-30GrassRate 15%Droning MeadowLv.33-36GrassRate 15%or evolve from Bidoof (Step 1)
Bidoof's scattered across 52 spots in early-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Bidoof in BDSP
The path to Bidoof starts with Bidoof at Lv. 2-54 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Bidoof ✓Lake VerityLv.2-4GrassRate 60%NightRoute 201Lv.2-3GrassRate 60%NightLake VerityLv.2-4GrassRate 50%Morning/dayRoute 201Lv.2-3GrassRate 50%Morning/dayRoute 205 - NorthLv.10-12GrassRate 45%Route 211 - WestLv.12-14GrassRate 35%Morning/dayRoute 202Lv.2-4GrassRate 30%Route 204 - SouthLv.4-6GrassRate 25%Route 204 - NorthLv.6-8GrassRate 25%Route 211 - WestLv.12-13GrassRate 25%NightRoute 203Lv.4-6GrassRate 15%Valley WindworksLv.8FloorRate 10%Route 205 - SouthLv.9GrassRate 10%Route 208Lv.16GrassRate 20%Fountainspring CaveLv.16-20CaveGrassland CaveLv.16-20CaveRiverbank CaveLv.16-20CaveSpacious CaveLv.16-20CaveStill-Water CavernLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20CaveGreat Marsh - Area 5Lv.22FloorRate 5%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.22FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.24FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.24FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.26FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.26FloorRate 1%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into BibarelRoute 209Lv.16-18GrassRate 45%DayRoute 209Lv.16-18GrassRate 35%Morning/nightRoute 212 - SouthLv.18-20GrassRate 35%Morning/dayRoute 212 - SouthLv.18-20GrassRate 25%NightGreat Marsh - Area 5Lv.21FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.21FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.23FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.23FloorRate 20%Route 210 - NorthLv.24GrassRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.25FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.25FloorRate 20%Valor LakefrontLv.21-22GrassRate 15%Route 208Lv.17-18GrassRate 10%Fountainspring CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthGrassland CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthRiverbank CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthSpacious CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthStill-Water CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthSunlit CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthLake ValorLv.34-36GrassRate 45%Lake AcuityLv.34-35GrassRate 35%Morning/dayLake AcuityLv.34-35GrassRate 25%NightSendoff SpringLv.52-54GrassRate 45%or evolve from Bidoof (Step 1)
Bidoof can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Bidoof from Diamond & Pearl and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Bidoof in USUM
- Step 1Bidoof ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Route 201. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Bibarel
Bidoof can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Bidoof from Diamond & Pearl and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Bidoof in SM
- Step 1Bidoof ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave Bibarel with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Bidoof egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Route 201. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Bibarel
Base Stats
Bidoof's spread isn't flashy. HP leads, Speed trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Easy to catch and worth 1 HP EV, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Bidoof has an unsophisticated face and is rarely flustered by anything. There have been incidents involving Bidoof sauntering into villages and gnawing on the houses without a single care.
Bidoof Guide
Bidoof does the job early-game if you need a Normal type on your team. Evolve it into Bibarel before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Bidoof first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 11 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves