Poliwhirl Stats, Weaknesses & Evolution

Poliwhirl (#0061) is a Water-type Tadpole Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. It stands 1 m tall, weighs 20 kg and has a base stat total of 385, with its highest base stat in Speed (90). Its abilities are Water Absorb and Damp, with Swift Swim as its Hidden Ability. Poliwhirl is weak to Electric and Grass attacks.

This Pokémon’s sweat is a slimy mucus. When captured, Poliwhirl can slither from its enemies’ grasp and escape.

Poliwhirl base stats

HP: 65
Attack: 65
Defense: 65
Sp. Atk: 50
Sp. Def: 50
Speed: 90
Total: 385

Abilities

Water Absorb
Damp
Swift Swim (Hidden)

Poliwhirl type weaknesses & resistances

Weak to

Electric (2x)
Grass (2x)

Resists

Fire (0.5x)
Water (0.5x)
Ice (0.5x)
Steel (0.5x)

Poliwhirl evolution chain

Poliwag
Poliwhirl — Level 25
Poliwrath — Use Water Stone
Politoed — Trade, Hold Kings Rock

Poliwhirl level-up moveset

Lv. 1: Hypnosis
Lv. 1: Mud Shot
Lv. 1: Pound
Lv. 1: Water Gun
Lv. 18: Bubble Beam
Lv. 24: Rain Dance
Lv. 32: Body Slam
Lv. 40: Earth Power
Lv. 48: Hydro Pump
Lv. 56: Belly Drum
Lv. 66: Double Edge