#0048 · Gen 1 · 305 BST
Venonat
An early-evolution Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Compound Eyes.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
135/67/63/54/67/58
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
167/117/112/101/117/106
Abilities
The Pokémon can use énot very effectiveé moves to deal regular damage.
Enables a sure getaway from wild Pokémon.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes ¼× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Venonat
Venonat is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 305. An early-evolution Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Compound Eyes.
Best stat: HP (60 base)
Venonat's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 55 base Attack and 45 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
- Compound Eyes
- Tinted Lens
- Run Away
How to use Venonat competitively
Open the damage calculator with Venonat selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Venonat appears in the species dropdown. Drop Venonat into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0048 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Bug / Poison |
| Abilities | Compound Eyes, Tinted Lens, Run Away |
| Base Stat Total | 305 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 60 / 55 / 50 / 40 / 55 / 45 |