Delibird

🎯 Best Counters Against Delibird

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
4	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
5	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
6	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
7	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
8	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
9	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
10	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155

📖 Complete Delibird Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Delibird (#225) is a Ice/Flying-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,252 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Delibird has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Delibird in 2026.

📊 Delibird Stats Analysis

Delibird's Attack stat is 128 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Delibird may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 90 Defense (Below Average) and 128 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 346. Trainers should be mindful of Delibird's limited bulk. Compared to other Ice-type Pokémon, Delibird's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Delibird Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Delibird depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Present (Fast) with Ice Punch (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. Delibird has 1 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Delibird PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Delibird 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 Ice/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ground, Bug, Grass-type threats while being weak to Rock, Fire, Steel types.

Master League

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

💪 Delibird Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Delibird's effectiveness depends on its typing and 128 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Delibird use Rock, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Delibird in Pokémon GO

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

😈 Shadow Delibird

Shadow Delibird is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Delibird's effective Attack becomes ~154. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Delibird in Pokémon GO

Shiny Delibird 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

Delibird gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (723 - 781 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 Delibird

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