Pokédex - Poliwhirl (Black Version)
![[Picture of Poliwhirl]](../pictures/bw/front/normal/61.png)
Basic Information
| National Number | #061 |
| Height | 1.0 m (3'3") |
| Weight | 20.0 kg (44.1 lb) |
| Type | WATER |
| Footprint | ![[Footprint of Poliwhirl]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAQCAYAAAAf8/9hAAAAH0lEQVQ4y2NgGAXEgP9ImCLNZBlCkQHDzHb6Rt1IAwAQ6SLeGh7p/AAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) |
| Color | Blue |
| Body Form | ![[Form 1]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAB4AAAAXCAIAAACTXWg9AAAApElEQVQYld2UMQ6AMAhFq/EAHKcjo6NHdXRk9Dgcwc00Rv/HamMiWwu8/BA+nZmlNjFEitzdbN2fqllEaFd/l5tSMlvd/QX0gQs+76GBOiqcoIE6KpwPpDoIWjVXpEJosGR0//hATtVRySF0q+Wb56UixdG0GRdcoiNWxmWX6Mg0cVlDy3T4XuNpTtMIst8ZvQzVHHFKFF2yRKQ0909vCNmQJ7EBA85ITsuMWFIAAAAASUVORK5CYII=) |
| Starting Catch Rate | 120 |
| Base Experience | 135 |
| Growth Rate | Parabolic (max: 1,059,860 Exp. Points) |
| Gender Rate | 50% female, 50% male |
| Friendship | 70 |
| Egg Groups | Water 1 |
| Steps to Hatch Egg | 5120 |
| Items in Wild Pokémon | King's Rock (5%) |
| Base Stat Points (EVs) Given | Speed: 2 |
| Abilities | Water Absorb, Damp |
| Hidden (Dream World) Abilities | Swift Swim |
Race Values ("Base Stats")
View detailed stat info for Poliwhirl
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 65 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Speed | 90 |
| Special Attack | 50 |
| Special Defense | 50 |
Pokédex Entries
English
Poliwhirl - Tadpole Pokémon
The spiral pattern on its belly subtly undulates. Staring at it gradually causes drowsiness.
French
Têtarte - Pokémon Têtard
German
Quaputzi - Kaulquappe
Spanish
Poliwhirl - Pokémon Renacuajo
Italian
Poliwhirl - Pokémon Girino
Japanese
ニョロゾ (NYOROZO) - おたまポケモン (OtamaPOKEMON)
Evolutions (When Poliwhirl Evolves)
- Evolves into Poliwrath if Water Stone is used on it.
Evolves into Politoed if traded while holding King's Rock.
Evolves from Poliwag at level 25.
Locations (Where to Find or Catch Poliwhirl)
Not found in this version.
Moves Learned
Black Version
| Level | Name | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Effect Chance (%) | Range | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water Sport | WATER | Status | 0 | 101 | 15 | 0 | Both sides | |
| 1 | Bubble | WATER | Special | 20 | 100 | 30 | 10 | All opposing Pokémon | be |
| 1 | Hypnosis | PSYCHIC | Status | 0 | 60 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 5 | Bubble | WATER | Special | 20 | 100 | 30 | 10 | All opposing Pokémon | be |
| 8 | Hypnosis | PSYCHIC | Status | 0 | 60 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 11 | Water Gun | WATER | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 | 0 | Single exc. user | be |
| 15 | DoubleSlap | NORMAL | Physical | 15 | 85 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 18 | Rain Dance | WATER | Status | 0 | 101 | 5 | 0 | Both sides | |
| 21 | Body Slam | NORMAL | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 | 30 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 27 | BubbleBeam | WATER | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 | 10 | Single exc. user | be |
| 32 | Mud Shot | GROUND | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 | 100 | Single exc. user | be |
| 37 | Belly Drum | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 101 | 10 | 0 | User | d |
| 43 | Wake-Up Slap | FIGHTING | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 48 | Hydro Pump | WATER | Special | 120 | 80 | 5 | 0 | Single exc. user | be |
| 53 | Mud Bomb | GROUND | Special | 65 | 85 | 10 | 30 | Single exc. user | be |
What moves can Poliwhirl learn in Pokémon Black?
Poliwhirl can learn the following moves:
Body Slam
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 35
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 31 (as Poliwag)
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor (as Poliwag)
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor (as Poliwag)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 21 (as Poliwag)
- Black/White Versions and Later: Pokémon Distribution: Pokémon Global Link Promotion (Japan) (With Hidden Ability)
Brick BreakTM31
Bubble
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Pokémon Distribution: Pokemon Center Japan Egg (as Poliwag)
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 1 (as Poliwag)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 5 (as Poliwag)
BulldozeTM78
CounterFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Defense Curl
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Emerald: Move Tutor (as Poliwag)
Double Team
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM32
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM32 (as Poliwag)
DoubleSlap
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 19 (as Poliwag)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 15 (as Poliwag)
- Black/White Versions and Later: Pokémon Distribution: Pokémon Global Link Promotion (Japan) (With Hidden Ability)
EarthquakeRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM26
FlingTM56
Focus PunchBefore Black/White: TM01
Frustration
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21 (as Poliwag)
Helping Hand
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Poliwag)
Hidden Power
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10 (as Poliwag)
Hypnosis
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 7 (as Poliwag)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 8 (as Poliwag)
- Black/White Versions and Later: Pokémon Distribution: Pleasant Forest (II) (with Hidden Ability) (as Poliwag)
Ice PunchEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
Mega KickFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Mega PunchFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
MetronomeFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Mud-SlapEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
Natural Gift
- Before Black/White: TM83
- Before Black/White: TM83 (as Poliwag)
Rain Dance
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 27
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM18
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 25 (as Poliwag)
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM18 (as Poliwag)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 18 (as Poliwag)
- Black/White Versions and Later: Pokémon Distribution: Pokemonkafemori (II) (with Hidden Ability)
- Black/White Versions and Later: Pokémon Distribution: Pokémon Global Link Promotion (Japan) (With Hidden Ability)
Rock Smash
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Black/White: HM06
- Black/White Versions and Later: TM94
Secret Power
- Before Black/White: TM43
- Before Black/White: TM43 (as Poliwag)
Seismic Toss
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Snore
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Poliwag)
StrengthRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: HM04
Sweet KissRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Pokémon Distribution: Pokemon Center Japan Egg (as Poliwag)
Wake-Up Slap
- Level 43
- Level 35 (as Poliwag)
Water Gun
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 13 (as Poliwag)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 11 (as Poliwag)