#0017 · Gen 1 · 349 BST
Pidgeotto
An early-evolution Normal/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Keen Eye.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
138/72/67/63/63/81
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
170/123/117/112/112/135
Abilities
Keen eyes prevent other Pokémon from lowering this Pokémon's accuracy.
Raises evasion if the Pokémon is confused.
Protects the Pokémon from Defense-lowering effects.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Pidgeotto
Pidgeotto is a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 349. An early-evolution Normal/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Keen Eye.
Best stat: Speed (71 base)
Pidgeotto's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 60 base Attack and 71 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Keen Eye
- Tangled Feet
- Big Pecks
How to use Pidgeotto competitively
Open the damage calculator with Pidgeotto selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Pidgeotto appears in the species dropdown. Drop Pidgeotto into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0017 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Normal / Flying |
| Abilities | Keen Eye, Tangled Feet, Big Pecks |
| Base Stat Total | 349 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 63 / 60 / 55 / 50 / 50 / 71 |