What is Mothim's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Mothim's maximum CP is 2,077 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Mothim good in Pokémon GO?

Mothim has 185 Attack, 98 Defense, and 172 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Mothim be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Mothim is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

975 - 1,037 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,219 - 1,297 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

2,058 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

975 - 1,037 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

731 - 778 CP

Mothim

#414 · Sinnoh

BugFlying

☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 185

Defense 98

Stamina 172

Total: 455

Pokémon Info

Max CP	2,077
Generation	Sinnoh (Gen 4)
Buddy Distance	1km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Mothim

Mothim is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,077 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Mothim has base stats of 185 Attack, 98 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 455.

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

In Rainy weather, Mothim receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Mothim is 1km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Air Slash STAB	Flying	12	+8	12.0	8.0	3.0	3.0
Bug Bite STAB	Bug	5	+6	10.0	12.0	4.0	3.0

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
Psybeam	Psychic	65	-50	21.7	70	-60
Aerial Ace STAB	Flying	55	-33	22.0	60	-45
Bug Buzz STAB	Bug	95	-50	27.1	100	-60

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Mothim takes increased damage from these types:

Rock 2.56×

Fire 1.6×

Flying 1.6×

Electric 1.6×

Ice 1.6×

Resistances

Mothim takes reduced damage from these types:

Ground 0.244×

Fighting 0.391×

Grass 0.391×

Bug 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Mothim

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
4	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
5	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
6	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
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

🏆 Mothim PvP IV Rankings

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

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	1	15	15	32	1,495
2	0	13	15	33	1,498
3	2	15	14	32	1,499
4	2	14	15	32	1,497
5	1	12	15	33	1,499
6	0	15	11	33	1,495
7	0	15	12	33	1,499
8	0	14	8	34	1,500
9	0	15	15	32	1,487
10	0	14	13	33	1,496

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	2,058

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

📋 Mothim 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)	1,556	778	1,037	1,297	1,815	2,058
98% (15/15/14)	1,552	776	1,034	1,293	1,810	2,053
96% (15/14/15)	1,549	774	1,032	1,291	1,807	2,049
93% (14/14/14)	1,537	768	1,025	1,281	1,793	2,033
91% (15/13/13)	1,534	767	1,022	1,278	1,790	2,029
87% (13/13/13)	1,519	759	1,012	1,265	1,772	2,009
82% (12/12/12)	1,500	750	1,000	1,250	1,750	1,984
80% (10/15/15)	1,517	758	1,011	1,264	1,770	2,007
67% (10/10/10)	1,463	731	975	1,219	1,707	1,936
0% (0/0/0)	1,285	642	857	1,071	1,500	1,700

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	2,058 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,815 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	975 - 1,037 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,219 - 1,297 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	975 - 1,037 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	731 - 778 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	25	26	1,815
2	1,815	27	1,815
3	1,815	28	1,815
4	1,815	29	1,815
5	244	30	1,556
6	1,815	31	1,815
7	1,815	32	1,815
8	1,815	33	1,815
9	1,815	34	1,815
10	518	35	1,686
11	1,815	36	1,815
12	1,815	37	1,815
13	1,815	38	1,815
14	1,815	39	1,815
15	778	40	1,815
16	1,815	41	1,815
17	1,815	42	1,815
18	1,815	43	1,815
19	1,815	44	1,815
20	1,037	45	1,942
21	1,815	46	1,815
22	1,815	47	1,815
23	1,815	48	1,815
24	1,815	49	1,815
25	1,297	50	2,058

📖 Complete Mothim Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Mothim (#414) is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,077 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Mothim can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Mothim in 2026.

📊 Mothim Stats Analysis

Mothim's Attack stat is 185 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Mothim to contribute meaningful damage.

With 98 Defense (Below Average) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 455. This gives Mothim reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Mothim's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Mothim Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Mothim depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Air Slash (Fast) with Psybeam (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. Mothim has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Mothim PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

Master League

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

💪 Mothim Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Mothim's effectiveness depends on its typing and 185 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Mothim use Rock, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Mothim in Pokémon GO

Mothim 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.

✨ Shiny Mothim in Pokémon GO

Shiny Mothim 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

Mothim gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,219 - 1,297 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 Mothim

Q: What is Mothim's max CP?
A: 2,058 CP at Level 50, or 1,815 CP at Level 40.

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

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

Q: What is Mothim weak to?
A: Rock, Fire, Flying, Electric, Ice-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Air Slash + Psybeam for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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

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