Parasect

🎯 Best Counters Against Parasect

Top Pokémon to use when battling Parasect 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 Parasect Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Parasect (#047) is a Bug/Grass-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,127 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Parasect can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Parasect in 2026.

📊 Parasect Stats Analysis

Parasect's Attack stat is 165 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Parasect to contribute meaningful damage.

With 146 Defense (Good) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 466. Trainers should be mindful of Parasect's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Parasect's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Parasect Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Parasect depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Struggle Bug (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. Parasect has 3 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Parasect has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Parasect PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

💪 Parasect Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Parasect's effectiveness depends on its typing and 165 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Parasect use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Parasect in Pokémon GO

Parasect 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.

🔄 Parasect Evolution Guide

Parasect is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

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

Shiny Parasect 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

Parasect gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,252 - 1,328 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 Parasect

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