Sandshrew Stats, Weaknesses & Evolution

Sandshrew (#0027) is a Ground-type Mouse Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. It stands 0.6 m tall, weighs 12 kg and has a base stat total of 300, with its highest base stat in Defense (85). Its ability is Sand Veil, with Sand Rush as its Hidden Ability. Sandshrew is weak to Water, Grass, and Ice attacks. It is immune to Electric-type moves.

It burrows into the ground to create its nest. If hard stones impede its tunneling, it uses its sharp claws to shatter them and then carries on digging.

Sandshrew base stats

HP: 50
Attack: 75
Defense: 85
Sp. Atk: 20
Sp. Def: 30
Speed: 40
Total: 300

Abilities

Sand Veil
Sand Rush (Hidden)

Sandshrew type weaknesses & resistances

Weak to

Water (2x)
Grass (2x)
Ice (2x)

Resists

Poison (0.5x)
Rock (0.5x)

Immune to

Electric

Sandshrew evolution chain

Sandshrew
Sandslash — Level 22

Sandshrew level-up moveset

Lv. 1: Defense Curl
Lv. 1: Scratch
Lv. 3: Poison Sting
Lv. 6: Sand Attack
Lv. 9: Rollout
Lv. 12: Fury Cutter
Lv. 15: Rapid Spin
Lv. 18: Bulldoze
Lv. 21: Swift
Lv. 24: Fury Swipes
Lv. 27: Agility
Lv. 30: Slash
Lv. 33: Dig
Lv. 36: Gyro Ball
Lv. 39: Swords Dance
Lv. 42: Sandstorm
Lv. 45: Earthquake