Pokédex - Poliwhirl (HeartGold Version)
![[Picture of Poliwhirl]](../pictures/dp/front/normal/61.png)
Basic Information
| National Number | #061 |
| Johto | #073 |
| 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 | 131 |
| 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 |
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 swirl on its belly subtly undulates. Staring at it may gradually cause drowsiness.
French
Têtarte - Pokémon Têtard
La spirale qui orne son ventre ondule doucement. Celui qui la fixe est saisi d’une étrange torpeur.
German
Quaputzi - Kaulquappe
Das Spiralmuster auf seinem Bauch dreht sich langsam. Starrt man darauf, wird einem schwindelig.
Spanish
Poliwhirl - Pokémon Renacuajo
El dibujo espiral de su panza ondea levemente. Si se mira fijamente, provoca somnolencia.
Italian
Poliwhirl - Pokémon Girino
Il disegno spiraliforme sulla pancia ondeggia leggermente. Chi lo fissa, piano piano si assopisce.
Japanese
ニョロゾ (NYOROZO) - おたまポケモン (OtamaPOKEMON)
おなかのうずまきはびみょうに うねっているのでみつめていると だんだんねむくなってしまう。 (Onakanouzumakihabimyouni unetteirunodemitsumeteiruto dandannemukunatteshimau. )
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)
| Level | Chance | Method | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROUTE 30 | 15-32 | 10% | Water |
| ROUTE 31 | 15-32 | 10% | Water |
| VIOLET CITY | 15-25 | 10% | Water |
| ECRUTEAK CITY | 15-25 | 10% | Water |
| ROUTE 44 | 20-30 | 10% | Water |
| Mt. Silver | 30-48 | 91% | Water |
| VIRIDIAN CITY | 10 | 10% | Water |
| ROUTE 28 | 40 | 10% | Water |
| ROUTE 22 | 10 | 10% | Water |
| CERULEAN CAVE (Morning, Day) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| CERULEAN CAVE (Morning, Day) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| CERULEAN CAVE (Morning, Day) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| Sightseeing (Group B) | 15 | - | Pokéwalker |
Moves Learned
HeartGold Version
| Level | Name | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Effect Chance (%) | Range | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water Sport | WATER | Status | 0 | 0 | 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 | bef |
| 15 | DoubleSlap | NORMAL | Physical | 15 | 85 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | abef |
| 18 | Rain Dance | WATER | Status | 0 | 0 | 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 | bef |
| 37 | Belly Drum | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | User | d |
| 43 | Wake-Up Slap | FIGHTING | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | abef |
| 48 | Hydro Pump | WATER | Special | 120 | 80 | 5 | 0 | Single exc. user | bef |
| 53 | Mud Bomb | GROUND | Special | 65 | 85 | 10 | 30 | Single exc. user | bef |
What moves can Poliwhirl learn in Pokémon HeartGold?
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)
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)
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)
EarthquakeRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM26
FlingTM56
Focus PunchTM01
Frustration
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21 (as Poliwag)
Helping Hand
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor (as Poliwag)
Hidden Power
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10 (as Poliwag)
Ice PunchEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Mega KickFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Mega PunchFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
MetronomeFireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Mud-SlapEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Natural Gift
- TM83
- 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)
Rock SmashRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: HM06
Secret Power
- TM43
- TM43 (as Poliwag)
Seismic Toss
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Snore
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: 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)
Water Pulse
- TM03
- TM03 (as Poliwag)