What is Carnivine's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Carnivine's maximum CP is 2,470 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Carnivine good in Pokémon GO?

Carnivine has 187 Attack, 136 Defense, and 179 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Carnivine be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Carnivine is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

1,167 - 1,233 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,459 - 1,542 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

2,448 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

1,167 - 1,233 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

876 - 925 CP

Carnivine

#455 · Sinnoh

Grass

☁️ Sunny Boost

Base Stats

Attack 187

Defense 136

Stamina 179

Total: 502

Pokémon Info

Max CP	2,470
Generation	Sinnoh (Gen 4)
Buddy Distance	5km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Carnivine

Carnivine is a Grass-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,470 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Carnivine has base stats of 187 Attack, 136 Defense, and 179 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 502.

Carnivine can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

In Sunny weather, Carnivine receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Carnivine is 5km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Bite	Dark	6	+4	12.0	-	-	-
Vine Whip STAB	Grass	7	+6	11.7	-	-	-

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	PvP Pwr	PvP Nrg
Power Whip STAB	Grass	90	-50	-	90	-50
Energy Ball STAB	Grass	90	-55	-	90	-55
Crunch	Dark	70	-33	-	70	-45

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Carnivine takes increased damage from these types:

Fire 1.6×

Ice 1.6×

Poison 1.6×

Flying 1.6×

Bug 1.6×

Resistances

Carnivine takes reduced damage from these types:

Water 0.625×

Electric 0.625×

Grass 0.625×

Ground 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Carnivine

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
6	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
7	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
8	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
9	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
10	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338

🏆 Carnivine PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	2	15	15	26	1,500
2	1	15	15	26	1,492
3	2	14	15	26	1,495
4	2	15	14	26	1,497
5	3	13	15	26	1,498
6	3	14	14	26	1,499
7	0	13	7	27	1,499
8	3	15	12	26	1,497
9	0	14	6	27	1,500
10	0	15	15	26	1,485

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	2,448

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Carnivine IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVs	Wild L30	Research L15	Raid L20	WB L25	Max L40	L50
100% (15/15/15)	1,851	925	1,233	1,542	2,159	2,448
98% (15/15/14)	1,846	923	1,230	1,538	2,153	2,442
96% (15/14/15)	1,844	922	1,229	1,537	2,152	2,440
93% (14/14/14)	1,830	915	1,220	1,525	2,136	2,421
91% (15/13/13)	1,829	914	1,219	1,524	2,133	2,419
87% (13/13/13)	1,811	905	1,207	1,509	2,112	2,395
82% (12/12/12)	1,791	895	1,194	1,492	2,089	2,369
80% (10/15/15)	1,805	902	1,203	1,504	2,105	2,387
67% (10/10/10)	1,752	876	1,167	1,459	2,043	2,317
0% (0/0/0)	1,562	781	1,041	1,301	1,822	2,066

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Carnivine with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	2,448 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	2,159 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	1,167 - 1,233 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,459 - 1,542 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	1,167 - 1,233 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	876 - 925 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Carnivine with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	30	26	2,159
2	2,159	27	2,159
3	2,159	28	2,159
4	2,159	29	2,159
5	291	30	1,851
6	2,159	31	2,159
7	2,159	32	2,159
8	2,159	33	2,159
9	2,159	34	2,159
10	617	35	2,005
11	2,159	36	2,159
12	2,159	37	2,159
13	2,159	38	2,159
14	2,159	39	2,159
15	925	40	2,159
16	2,159	41	2,159
17	2,159	42	2,159
18	2,159	43	2,159
19	2,159	44	2,159
20	1,233	45	2,309
21	2,159	46	2,159
22	2,159	47	2,159
23	2,159	48	2,159
24	2,159	49	2,159
25	1,542	50	2,448

📖 Complete Carnivine Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Carnivine (#455) is a Grass-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,470 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Carnivine can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Carnivine in 2026.

📊 Carnivine Stats Analysis

Carnivine's Attack stat is 187 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Carnivine to contribute meaningful damage.

With 136 Defense (Average) and 179 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 502. This gives Carnivine reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Carnivine's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Carnivine Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Carnivine depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bite (Fast) with Power Whip (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. Carnivine has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Carnivine PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Carnivine 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 Grass typing provides useful matchups against Water, Electric, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Ice, Poison types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Carnivine reaches 2,159 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Carnivine Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Carnivine's effectiveness depends on its typing and 187 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Carnivine use Fire, Ice-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Carnivine in Pokémon GO

Carnivine can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

✨ Shiny Carnivine in Pokémon GO

Shiny Carnivine is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Carnivine gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,459 - 1,542 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Carnivine

Q: What is Carnivine's max CP?
A: 2,448 CP at Level 50, or 2,159 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Carnivine good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.

Q: Can Carnivine be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Carnivine is available.

Q: What is Carnivine weak to?
A: Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Bite + Power Whip for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Grass Grass-Type 🗺️ Sinnoh 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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