Blipbug

🎯 Best Counters Against Blipbug

Top Pokémon to use when battling Blipbug in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

📖 Complete Blipbug Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Blipbug (#824) is a Bug-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 410 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Blipbug has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Blipbug in 2026.

📊 Blipbug Stats Analysis

Blipbug's Attack stat is 46 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Blipbug may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 67 Defense (Below Average) and 93 Stamina (Below Average), the total stat product is 206. Trainers should be mindful of Blipbug's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Blipbug's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Blipbug Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Blipbug depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Struggle Bug (Fast) with Struggle (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Blipbug has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Blipbug PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Blipbug can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Bug typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Ground, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Rock types.

Master League

In Master League, Blipbug faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Blipbug Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Blipbug's effectiveness depends on its typing and 46 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Blipbug use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Blipbug in Pokémon GO

Blipbug can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Blipbug Evolution Guide

Blipbug is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Blipbug (#824) ← current
• Dottler (#825) — 25 Candy
• Orbeetle (#826) — 100 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Blipbug in Pokémon GO

Shiny Blipbug is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Blipbug gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (222 - 256 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Blipbug

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.