Swellow

🎯 Best Counters Against Swellow

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
5	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
6	Vikavolt	Bug Electric	254	158	184	3,566
7	Baxcalibur	Dragon Ice	254	168	229	4,061
8	Zapdos	Electric Flying	253	185	207	4,035
9	Kleavor	Bug Rock	253	174	172	3,600
10	Tyranitar	Rock Dark	251	207	225	4,387

📖 Complete Swellow Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Swellow (#277) is a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,196 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Swellow can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Swellow in 2026.

📊 Swellow Stats Analysis

Swellow's Attack stat is 185 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Swellow to contribute meaningful damage.

With 124 Defense (Average) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 464. Trainers should be mindful of Swellow's limited bulk. Compared to other Normal-type Pokémon, Swellow's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Swellow Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Swellow depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Wing Attack (Fast) with Aerial Ace (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. Swellow has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Swellow PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Swellow 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 Normal/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ghost, Ground, Bug-type threats while being weak to Electric, Ice, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Swellow Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Swellow's effectiveness depends on its typing and 185 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Swellow use Electric, Ice-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Swellow in Pokémon GO

Swellow can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Partly Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Swellow Evolution Guide

Swellow is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Taillow (#276)
• Swellow (#277) ← 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 Swellow in Pokémon GO

Shiny Swellow 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

Swellow gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,293 - 1,371 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K 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 Swellow

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