Paras

🎯 Best Counters Against Paras

Top Pokémon to use when battling Paras 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	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	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
7	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
8	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
9	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
10	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155

📖 Complete Paras Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Paras (#046) is a Bug/Grass-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,164 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Paras has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Paras in 2026.

📊 Paras Stats Analysis

Paras's Attack stat is 121 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Paras may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 99 Defense (Below Average) and 111 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 331. Trainers should be mindful of Paras's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Paras's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Paras Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Paras PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

Master League

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

💪 Paras Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Paras's effectiveness depends on its typing and 121 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Paras use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Paras in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Paras Evolution Guide

Paras is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Paras (#046) ← current
• Parasect (#047) — 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 Paras in Pokémon GO

Shiny Paras 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

Paras gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (671 - 727 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 Paras

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