Tarountula

🎯 Best Counters Against Tarountula

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

📖 Complete Tarountula Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Tarountula (#917) is a Bug-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 653 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Tarountula has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Tarountula in 2026.

📊 Tarountula Stats Analysis

Tarountula's Attack stat is 70 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Tarountula may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 77 Defense (Below Average) and 111 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 258. Trainers should be mindful of Tarountula's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Tarountula's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Tarountula Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Tarountula depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bug Bite (Fast) with X Scissor (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. Tarountula has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Tarountula PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

Master League

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

💪 Tarountula Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Tarountula's effectiveness depends on its typing and 70 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Tarountula use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Tarountula in Pokémon GO

Tarountula 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 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Tarountula Evolution Guide

Tarountula is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Tarountula (#917) ← current
• Spidops (#918) — 25 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Tarountula in Pokémon GO

Shiny Tarountula is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Tarountula gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (366 - 408 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 Tarountula

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