Nuzleaf

🎯 Best Counters Against Nuzleaf

Top Pokémon to use when battling Nuzleaf 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	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
10	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155

📖 Complete Nuzleaf Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Nuzleaf (#274) is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,404 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Nuzleaf has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Nuzleaf in 2026.

📊 Nuzleaf Stats Analysis

Nuzleaf's Attack stat is 134 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Nuzleaf may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 78 Defense (Below Average) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 384. This gives Nuzleaf reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Nuzleaf's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Nuzleaf Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Nuzleaf depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Razor Leaf (Fast) with Leaf Blade (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. Nuzleaf has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Nuzleaf PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Nuzleaf 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/Dark typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Water, Electric-type threats while being weak to Bug, Fire, Ice types.

Master League

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

💪 Nuzleaf Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Nuzleaf's effectiveness depends on its typing and 134 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Nuzleaf use Bug, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Nuzleaf in Pokémon GO

Nuzleaf 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Nuzleaf Evolution Guide

Nuzleaf is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Seedot (#273)
• Nuzleaf (#274) ← current — 25 Candy
• Shiftry (#275) — 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 Nuzleaf

Shadow Nuzleaf is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Nuzleaf's effective Attack becomes ~161. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Nuzleaf in Pokémon GO

Shiny Nuzleaf 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

Nuzleaf gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (813 - 876 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 Nuzleaf

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