Pokédex - Shellder (HeartGold Version)
![[Picture of Shellder]](../pictures/dp/front/normal/90.png)
Basic Information
| National Number | #090 |
| Johto | #171 |
| Height | 0.3 m (1'0") |
| Weight | 4.0 kg ( 8.8 lb) |
| Type | WATER |
| Footprint | ![[Footprint of Shellder]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAQCAYAAAAf8/9hAAAAEklEQVQ4y2NgGAWjYBSMAggAAAQQAAGFP6pyAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC) |
| Color | Purple |
| Body Form | ![[Form 12]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAB4AAAAXCAIAAACTXWg9AAAAjElEQVQYlWM8cOAAA20AE43MHTUaE7AQo+jDhw8HDpxAFnFwsBAQEKDU6A0bdmAKQmwKCPDAo5FAgGA1l0hZfEbj1wkBHz58INloPHqQAVocEGU0Hj1EgqGZrik12sHBgmSj8ehBBngyDk6jCWY2BkqyDH6d+GUZGBgYCVYF5BUgRBlNNhjEiW/YGQ0Agk4tOCVWa3kAAAAASUVORK5CYII=) |
| Starting Catch Rate | 190 |
| Base Experience | 97 |
| Growth Rate | Slow (max: 1,250,000 Exp. Points) |
| Gender Rate | 50% female, 50% male |
| Friendship | 70 |
| Egg Groups | Water 3 |
| Steps to Hatch Egg | 5120 |
| Items in Wild Pokémon | Pearl (50%); Big Pearl (5%) |
| Base Stat Points (EVs) Given | Defense: 1 |
| Abilities | Shell Armor, Skill Link |
Race Values ("Base Stats")
View detailed stat info for Shellder
| HP | 30 |
| Attack | 65 |
| Defense | 100 |
| Speed | 40 |
| Special Attack | 45 |
| Special Defense | 25 |
Pokédex Entries
English
Shellder - Bivalve Pokémon
It swims facing backward by opening and closing its two-piece shell. It is surprisingly fast.
French
Kokiyas - Pokémon Bivalve
Il nage à reculons en ouvrant et en refermant ses deux coquilles. Il laisse traîner sa large langue.
German
Muschas - Muschel
Es schwimmt rückwärts, indem es seine Schale öffnet und schließt. Es zeigt immer seine breite Zunge.
Spanish
Shellder - Pokémon Bivalvo
Nada hacia atrás abriendo y cerrando su concha. Su gran lengua siempre queda colgando.
Italian
Shellder - Pokémon Bivalve
Nuota all’indietro aprendo e chiudendo le due valve. La lingua è sempre fuori a penzoloni.
Japanese
シェルダー (SHERUDAA) - ２まいがいポケモン (２MaigaiPOKEMON)
２まいのカラをあけしめすることで うしろむきにおよぐ。どんなときでも おおきなベロはだしっぱなし。 (２MainoKARAwoakeshimesurukotode ushiromukinioyogu.Donnatokidemo ookinaBEROhadashippanashi. )
Evolutions (When Shellder Evolves)
- Evolves into Cloyster if Water Stone is used on it.
Locations (Where to Find or Catch Shellder)
| Level | Chance | Method | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW BARK TOWN (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| NEW BARK TOWN (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 41 (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 41 (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| Blue Lake (Group B) | 12 | - | Pokéwalker |
| Route 47 (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| Route 47 (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 20 (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 20 (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| PALLET TOWN (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| PALLET TOWN (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| VERMILION CITY (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| VERMILION CITY (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| CINNABAR ISLAND (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| CINNABAR ISLAND (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 26 (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 26 (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 27 (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 27 (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 21 (Super Rod) | 40 | 30% | Fishing |
| ROUTE 21 (Good Rod) | 20 | 3% | Fishing |
| Stormy Beach (Group C) | 30 | - | Pokéwalker |
Moves Learned
HeartGold Version
| Level | Name | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Effect Chance (%) | Range | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tackle | NORMAL | Physical | 35 | 95 | 35 | 0 | Single exc. user | abef |
| 4 | Withdraw | WATER | Status | 0 | 0 | 40 | 0 | User | d |
| 8 | Supersonic | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 55 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 13 | Icicle Spear | ICE | Physical | 10 | 100 | 30 | 0 | Single exc. user | bef |
| 16 | Protect | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | User | |
| 20 | Leer | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 100 | 30 | 0 | All opposing Pokémon | bce |
| 25 | Clamp | WATER | Physical | 35 | 75 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | abef |
| 28 | Ice Shard | ICE | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 | 0 | Single exc. user | bef |
| 32 | Aurora Beam | ICE | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 | 10 | Single exc. user | be |
| 37 | Whirlpool | WATER | Special | 15 | 70 | 15 | 0 | Single exc. user | bef |
| 40 | Iron Defense | STEEL | Status | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | User | d |
| 44 | Brine | WATER | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | bef |
| 49 | Ice Beam | ICE | Special | 95 | 100 | 10 | 10 | Single exc. user | be |
What moves can Shellder learn in Pokémon HeartGold?
Shellder can learn the following moves:
AttractRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM45
Aurora Beam
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 17
- Pokémon XD: Learned when purified
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 32
BlizzardRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM14
Brine
- Level 44
- TM55
BubbleBeamRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Egg Move
CaptivateTM78
Clamp
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 41
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 25
Dive
- Before Diamond/Pearl: HM08
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Double TeamRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM32
Double-Edge
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Endure
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM58
Explosion
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM64
FacadeTM42
FrustrationRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21
HailTM07
Hidden PowerRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10
Ice Beam
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Level 49
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM13
Ice ShardLevel 28
Icicle Spear
- Egg Move
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 13
Icy Wind
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Iron Defense
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 40
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Leer
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 33
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 20
Mimic
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Natural GiftTM83
PaybackTM66
Protect
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 25
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM17
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 16
Rain DanceRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM18
Rapid SpinRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Egg Move
RefreshPokémon XD: Learned when purified
RestRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM44
ReturnRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM27
Rock BlastHeartGold/SoulSilver: Egg Move
Secret PowerTM43
SelfdestructPokémon XD: Move Tutor
Sleep Talk
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM82
SnoreEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Substitute
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM90
Supersonic
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 9
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 8
Surf
- Pokémon XD: Learned when purified
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: HM03
Swagger
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM87
SwiftEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
TackleRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Level 1
ToxicRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM06
Water PulseTM03
Whirlpool
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 37
- HeartGold/SoulSilver: HM05
Withdraw
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 1
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 4