Nidoran♀

🎯 Best Counters Against Nidoran♀

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
3	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
4	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
5	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
6	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
7	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Tapu Lele	Psychic Fairy	259	208	172	3,998
10	Metagross	Steel Psychic	257	228	190	4,337

📖 Complete Nidoran♀ Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Nidoran♀ (#029) is a Poison-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 933 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Nidoran♀ has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Nidoran♀ in 2026.

📊 Nidoran♀ Stats Analysis

Nidoran♀'s Attack stat is 86 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Nidoran♀ may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 89 Defense (Below Average) and 146 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 321. Trainers should be mindful of Nidoran♀'s limited bulk. Compared to other Poison-type Pokémon, Nidoran♀'s stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Nidoran♀ Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Nidoran♀ PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Nidoran♀ 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 Poison typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Poison, Bug-type threats while being weak to Ground, Psychic types.

Master League

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

💪 Nidoran♀ Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Nidoran♀'s effectiveness depends on its typing and 86 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Nidoran♀ use Ground, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Nidoran♀ in Pokémon GO

Nidoran♀ can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Nidoran♀ Evolution Guide

Nidoran♀ is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Nidoran♀ (#029) ← current
• Nidorina (#030) — 25 Candy
• Nidoqueen (#031) — 100 Candy

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

😈 Shadow Nidoran♀

Shadow Nidoran♀ is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Nidoran♀'s effective Attack becomes ~103. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Nidoran♀ in Pokémon GO

Shiny Nidoran♀ 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

Nidoran♀ gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (532 - 583 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K 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 Nidoran♀

📚 Related Guides

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