Sandshrew
#27 (Kanto)
Best moveset for Sandshrew
The best moves for Sandshrew are Mud Shot and Dig when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
Pokémon type
Evolution
There are currently a total of 2 Pokémon in the Sandshrew family. Sandshrew evolves into Sandslash which costs 50 Candy.
Forms
There are 2 different forms of Sandshrew:
Sandshrew Raid Guide
Sandshrew has previously been Raid Boss in Tier 1 Raids.
Raid
Tier
Boss CP
3,227
Suggested players
2-5
Boss HP
123
Caught CP range
123
Caught CP (boosted)
12 - 32
Minimum IVs
10 / 10 / 10
Standard game images
There is a very low chance that you can get a shiny Sandshrew, which has the following appearance:
Summary
Sandshrew is a Ground Pokémon. It is vulnerable to Water, Grass and Ice moves. Sandshrew's strongest moveset is Mud Shot & Dig and it has a Max CP of 1,261. Sandshrew evolves into Sandslash.
About
"Sandshrew's body is configured to absorb water without waste, enabling it to survive in an arid desert. This Pokémon curls up to protect itself from its enemies."
Base stats
| Attack | 126 | |
| Defense | 120 | |
| Stamina | 137 |
Max CP
|
Level 15 Research encounters |
540 View IV chart » |
|
Level 20 Max hatched / raids |
720 View IV chart » |
|
Level 30 Max wild |
1,081 View IV chart » |
| Level 40 | 1,261 View IV chart » |
Max CP with weather boost
| Level 25 (raids) | 901 View IV chart » |
| Level 35 (wild) | 1,171 View IV chart » |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 120 |
Size
| Height | 0.6 m |
| Weight | 12 kg |
Other
| Base capture rate | 0% |
| Base flee rate | 0% |
| Buddy walk distance | 3 km |
Best moveset for Sandshrew
The best moves for Sandshrew are Mud Shot and Dig when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
All moves
| Quick move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mud Shot | 5 | 11.7 | 10 |
| Scratch | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| Main move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dig | 100 | -10.6 | 25.5 |
| Rock Slide | 80 | -18.5 | 29.6 |
| Sand Tomb | 60 | -8.3 | 18 |
| Rock Tomb Elite TM | 70 | -15.6 | 21.9 |
| Frustration Shadow | 10 | -16.5 | 5 |
| Return Purified | 35 | -47.1 | 50 |
The moves highlighted in green benefit from the Same Type Attack Bonus, and deal 20% more damage.
What counters Sandshrew?
Sandshrew is a Ground type Pokémon, which makes it weak against Water, Grass and Ice moves.
The 5 strongest Pokémon you can use to beat Sandshrew are:
- Kartana,
- Darmanitan (Galarian Zen),
- Kingler,
- Darmanitan (Galarian Standard),
- Zarude.
| Pokémon | Quick move | Main move | Effective damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kartana | Razor Leaf | Leaf Blade | 100% |
| Darmanitan (Galarian Zen) | Ice Fang | Avalanche | 99% |
| Darmanitan (Galarian Zen) | Ice Fang | Ice Punch | 86% |
| Kingler | Bubble | Crabhammer | 84% |
| Darmanitan (Galarian Zen) | Tackle | Avalanche | 82% |
| Darmanitan (Galarian Standard) | Ice Fang | Avalanche | 82% |
| Zarude | Vine Whip | Power Whip | 80% |
| Roserade | Razor Leaf | Solar Beam | 78% |
| Kartana | Air Slash | Leaf Blade | 78% |
| Roserade | Razor Leaf | Grass Knot | 78% |
These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
Most vulnerable to Sandshrew
| Pokémon | Effective damage |
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These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
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