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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
528 - 573 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
661 - 717 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
1,138 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
528 - 573 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
396 - 430 CP
Venonat Pokemon GO

Venonat

#048 · Kanto
BugPoison
☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 100
Defense 100
Stamina 155
Total: 355

Pokémon Info

Max CP1,148
GenerationKanto (Gen 1)
Buddy Distance3km
Released✅ Yes
Shiny✨ Yes
Shadow😈 Yes

About Venonat

Venonat is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,148 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Venonat has base stats of 100 Attack, 100 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 355.

Venonat can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Venonat is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

In Rainy weather, Venonat receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Venonat is 3km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
Bug Bite STABBug5+610.0---
ConfusionPsychic20+1512.5---

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Poison Fang------
Psybeam------
Signal Beam------

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Venonat takes increased damage from these types:

Fire 1.6×
Flying 1.6×
Rock 1.6×
Psychic 1.6×

Resistances

Venonat takes reduced damage from these types:

Fighting 0.391×
Grass 0.391×
Poison 0.625×
Bug 0.625×
Fairy 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Venonat

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Deoxys Psychic3451151373,615
2 Blacephalon Fire Ghost3151481423,772
3 Mewtwo Psychic3001822144,780
4 Rampardos Rock2951092193,773
5 Archeops Rock Flying2921391813,811
6 Rayquaza Dragon Flying2841702134,387
7 Salamence Dragon Flying2771682164,289
8 Reshiram Dragon Fire2752112054,620
9 Alakazam Psychic2711671463,498
10 Chandelure Ghost Fire2711821553,739

🏆 Venonat PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
1151515501,138

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
1151515501,138

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Venonat IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)8604305737171,0041,138
98% (15/15/14)8584295727151,0011,135
96% (15/14/15)8574285717149991,133
93% (14/14/14)8474235647059881,120
91% (15/13/13)8484245657069891,122
87% (13/13/13)8334165556949721,102
82% (12/12/12)8204105466839561,084
80% (10/15/15)8234115486869601,089
67% (10/10/10)7933965286619251,049
0% (0/0/0)666333444555777881

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Venonat with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)1,138 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)1,004 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)528 - 573 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)661 - 717 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)528 - 573 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)396 - 430 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Venonat with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

LvMax CPLvMax CP
114261,004
21,004271,004
31,004281,004
41,004291,004
513530860
61,004311,004
71,004321,004
81,004331,004
91,004341,004
1028735932
111,004361,004
121,004371,004
131,004381,004
141,004391,004
15430401,004
161,004411,004
171,004421,004
181,004431,004
191,004441,004
20573451,074
211,004461,004
221,004471,004
231,004481,004
241,004491,004
25717501,138

📖 Complete Venonat Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Venonat (#048) is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,148 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Venonat has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Venonat in 2026.

📊 Venonat Stats Analysis

Venonat's Attack stat is 100 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Venonat may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 100 Defense (Below Average) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 355. Trainers should be mindful of Venonat's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Venonat's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Venonat Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Venonat PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

Master League

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

💪 Venonat Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Venonat's effectiveness depends on its typing and 100 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Venonat use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Venonat in Pokémon GO

Venonat 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.

🔄 Venonat Evolution Guide

Venonat is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

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

😈 Shadow Venonat

Shadow Venonat is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Venonat's effective Attack becomes ~120. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Venonat in Pokémon GO

Shiny Venonat 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

Venonat gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (661 - 717 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 Venonat

Q: What is Venonat's max CP?
A: 1,138 CP at Level 50, or 1,004 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Venonat good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.

Q: Can Venonat be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Venonat is available.

Q: What is Venonat weak to?
A: Fire, Flying, Rock, Psychic-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Bug Bite + Poison Fang for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Bug Bug-Type Poison Poison-Type 🗺️ Kanto 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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

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