Fearow

🎯 Best Counters Against Fearow

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
5	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
6	Vikavolt	Bug Electric	254	158	184	3,566
7	Baxcalibur	Dragon Ice	254	168	229	4,061
8	Zapdos	Electric Flying	253	185	207	4,035
9	Kleavor	Bug Rock	253	174	172	3,600
10	Tyranitar	Rock Dark	251	207	225	4,387

📖 Complete Fearow Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Fearow (#022) is a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,284 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Fearow can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Fearow in 2026.

📊 Fearow Stats Analysis

Fearow's Attack stat is 182 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Fearow to contribute meaningful damage.

With 133 Defense (Average) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 478. This gives Fearow reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Normal-type Pokémon, Fearow's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Fearow Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Fearow depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Peck (Fast) with Aerial Ace (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. Fearow has 2 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Fearow has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Fearow PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Fearow 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 Normal/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ghost, Ground, Bug-type threats while being weak to Electric, Ice, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Fearow Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Fearow's effectiveness depends on its typing and 182 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Fearow use Electric, Ice-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Fearow in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Fearow Evolution Guide

Fearow is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Spearow (#021)
• Fearow (#022) ← current — 50 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Fearow in Pokémon GO

Shiny Fearow 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

Fearow gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,347 - 1,426 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 Fearow

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