
| Max CP | 3,370 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Yanmega is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,370 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Yanmega has base stats of 231 Attack, 156 Defense, and 200 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 587.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 231, Yanmega is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Rainy weather, Yanmega receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Yanmega is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite STAB | Bug | 5 | +6 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Wing Attack STAB | Flying | 8 | +9 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Power | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Aerial Ace STAB | Flying | 55 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Bug Buzz STAB | Bug | 90 | -50 | - | 90 | -60 |
Yanmega takes increased damage from these types:
Yanmega takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Yanmega in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 4 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 9 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 10 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 19 | 1,496 |
| 3 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 19 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 19 | 1,494 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 19 | 1,497 |
| 6 | 2 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 1 | 14 | 13 | 19 | 1,496 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 19 | 1,499 |
| 9 | 2 | 13 | 13 | 19 | 1,498 |
| 10 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 19 | 1,492 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 33 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 33 | 2,489 |
| 3 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 33 | 2,493 |
| 4 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 34 | 2,499 |
| 5 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 33 | 2,494 |
| 6 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 34 | 2,496 |
| 7 | 0 | 14 | 11 | 34 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 34 | 2,499 |
| 9 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 33 | 2,496 |
| 10 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 33 | 2,498 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 2,525 | 1,262 | 1,683 | 2,104 | 2,946 | 3,340 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,519 | 1,259 | 1,679 | 2,099 | 2,939 | 3,332 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,517 | 1,258 | 1,678 | 2,098 | 2,937 | 3,330 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,501 | 1,250 | 1,667 | 2,084 | 2,918 | 3,309 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,498 | 1,249 | 1,665 | 2,082 | 2,915 | 3,305 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,478 | 1,239 | 1,652 | 2,065 | 2,891 | 3,278 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,455 | 1,227 | 1,636 | 2,045 | 2,864 | 3,247 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,474 | 1,237 | 1,649 | 2,061 | 2,886 | 3,272 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,409 | 1,204 | 1,605 | 2,007 | 2,810 | 3,186 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,184 | 1,092 | 1,456 | 1,820 | 2,548 | 2,889 |
Important CP values for Yanmega with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,340 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,946 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,605 - 1,683 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,007 - 2,104 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,605 - 1,683 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,204 - 1,262 CP |
Maximum CP for Yanmega with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 | 26 | 2,946 |
| 2 | 2,946 | 27 | 2,946 |
| 3 | 2,946 | 28 | 2,946 |
| 4 | 2,946 | 29 | 2,946 |
| 5 | 397 | 30 | 2,525 |
| 6 | 2,946 | 31 | 2,946 |
| 7 | 2,946 | 32 | 2,946 |
| 8 | 2,946 | 33 | 2,946 |
| 9 | 2,946 | 34 | 2,946 |
| 10 | 841 | 35 | 2,735 |
| 11 | 2,946 | 36 | 2,946 |
| 12 | 2,946 | 37 | 2,946 |
| 13 | 2,946 | 38 | 2,946 |
| 14 | 2,946 | 39 | 2,946 |
| 15 | 1,262 | 40 | 2,946 |
| 16 | 2,946 | 41 | 2,946 |
| 17 | 2,946 | 42 | 2,946 |
| 18 | 2,946 | 43 | 2,946 |
| 19 | 2,946 | 44 | 2,946 |
| 20 | 1,683 | 45 | 3,150 |
| 21 | 2,946 | 46 | 2,946 |
| 22 | 2,946 | 47 | 2,946 |
| 23 | 2,946 | 48 | 2,946 |
| 24 | 2,946 | 49 | 2,946 |
| 25 | 2,104 | 50 | 3,340 |
Yanmega (#469) is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,370 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Yanmega is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Yanmega in 2026.
Yanmega's Attack stat is 231 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Yanmega a strong damage dealer.
With 156 Defense (Good) and 200 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 587. This gives Yanmega reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Yanmega's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Yanmega depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bug Bite (Fast) with Ancient Power (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. Yanmega has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Yanmega 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/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ground, Fighting, Grass-type threats while being weak to Rock, Fire, Flying types.
In Master League, Yanmega faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Yanmega appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Rock, Fire, Flying-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Yanmega at Level 20 (1,605 - 1,683 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,007 - 2,104 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,683 CP.
Yanmega 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.
Yanmega 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.
Shiny Yanmega 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.
Yanmega gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,007 - 2,104 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Yanmega's max CP?
A: 3,340 CP at Level 50, or 2,946 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Yanmega good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Yanmega be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Yanmega is available.
Q: What is Yanmega weak to?
A: Rock, Fire, Flying, Electric, Ice-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bug Bite + Ancient Power for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.