Skuntank

🎯 Best Counters Against Skuntank

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
2	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
3	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
4	Mamoswine	Ice Ground	247	146	242	3,808
5	Ursaluna	Ground Normal	243	181	277	4,410
6	Rhyperior	Ground Rock	241	190	251	4,271
7	Krookodile	Ground Dark	229	158	216	3,485
8	Rhydon	Ground Rock	222	171	233	3,637
9	Golurk	Ground Ghost	222	154	205	3,265
10	Donphan	Ground	214	185	207	3,447

📖 Complete Skuntank Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Skuntank (#435) is a Poison/Dark-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,698 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Skuntank can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Skuntank in 2026.

📊 Skuntank Stats Analysis

Skuntank's Attack stat is 184 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Skuntank to contribute meaningful damage.

With 132 Defense (Average) and 230 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 546. This gives Skuntank reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Poison-type Pokémon, Skuntank's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Skuntank Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Skuntank depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Poison Jab (Fast) with Crunch (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. Skuntank has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Skuntank PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Skuntank 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/Dark typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Poison, Grass-type threats while being weak to Ground types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Skuntank reaches 2,358 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Skuntank Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Skuntank's effectiveness depends on its typing and 184 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Skuntank use Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Skuntank in Pokémon GO

Skuntank 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.

🔄 Skuntank Evolution Guide

Skuntank is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Stunky (#434)
• Skuntank (#435) ← 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.

😈 Shadow Skuntank

Shadow Skuntank is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Skuntank's effective Attack becomes ~221. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Skuntank in Pokémon GO

Shiny Skuntank 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

Skuntank gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,597 - 1,684 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
• 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 Skuntank

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