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Abomasnow is a Grass and Ice-type Pokemon known for its role in the Sinnoh era, its evolution line, abilities and unique matchup profile. This guide covers Abomasnow’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations. This guide also covers Mega Abomasnow.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Mega Evolution
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Abomasnow guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Abomasnow is the evolved form of Snover. It is a Grass and Ice-type Pokemon known for Snow Warning, strong mixed attacking options and Mega Evolution.
Competitive Overview
Abomasnow can support snow teams with Snow Warning while threatening Water, Ground, Flying and Dragon-type Pokemon with Grass and Ice coverage. Mega Abomasnow can hit very hard in formats where it is available.
Its defensive typing gives it many weaknesses, especially a major Fire weakness, so positioning is extremely important.
Here are the key facts to know about Abomasnow, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Abomasnow
National Dex
#0460
Type
Grass / Ice
Species
Frost Tree Pokemon
Height
7’03” / 2.2 m
220 cm
Weight
298.7 lbs / 135.5 kg
135.5 kg
Abilities
Snow Warning, Soundproof
Abomasnow has a stat profile that shapes its role across Pokemon games. Use the stats module below to view its base stats.
Abomasnow can use several useful attacks and support moves across different Pokemon games. These are some of Abomasnow’s most useful and recognizable moves.
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A powerful Ice-type move that pairs well with snow.
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Grass-type damage that restores HP.
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A high-power physical Grass-type attack with recoil.
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Priority Ice-type damage for finishing weakened targets.
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Coverage against Steel, Fire, Poison, Rock and Electric-type Pokemon.
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Reliable special Grass-type damage.
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Coverage against Steel, Rock, Ice and Dark-type Pokemon when available.
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Drains HP over time and helps Abomasnow stay active.
Abomasnow can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Abomasnow’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Abomasnow is a Grass and Ice-type Pokemon. Its typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or is immune to across most Pokemon games.
Type
Grass / Ice
Weaknesses
Fire, Fighting, Flying, Poison, Rock, Bug, Steel
Resistances
Water, Grass, Electric, Ground
Immunity
None
Abomasnow’s abilities can affect its defensive value, offensive pressure or team role depending on the game and format.
Summons snow when the Pokemon enters battle, supporting Ice-type strategies.
Blocks sound-based moves.
Abomasnow evolution information is listed below, including its previous form, next form or single-stage status where applicable.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Snover at Level 40
Abomasnow’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Some games allow direct encounters, while others require evolution, trade, transfer or migration.
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Red |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Abomasnow had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Platinum |
Evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon HeartGold |
Evolve from Snover. |
Pokemon SoulSilver |
Evolve from Snover. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Black |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon White |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon White 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon X |
Frost Cavern. Abomasnow can also be obtained by evolving Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Y |
Frost Cavern. Abomasnow can also be obtained by evolving Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sword |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Shield |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Alabaster Icelands. Can also evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Glaseado Mountain. Can also evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Violet |
Glaseado Mountain. Can also evolve from Snover at Level 40. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Available as an Alpha Pokemon in Wild Zone 12. |
| Game | Where to Find Abomasnow |
|---|---|
Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Abomasnow is Abomasnow’s Mega Evolution. It keeps the Grass and Ice typing while becoming much heavier and more powerful in formats where Mega Evolution is available.
Category
Frost Tree Pokemon
Type
Grass / Ice
Height
8’10”
Weight
407.9 lbs
Mega Abomasnow greatly improves Abomasnow’s offensive pressure and bulk, but it still needs careful play around Fire-type moves and other common weaknesses.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Abomasnow. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Abomasnow is a Grass and Ice-type Pokemon.
Abomasnow is weak to Fire, Fighting, Flying, Poison, Rock, Bug, Steel-type moves.
Evolves from Snover at Level 40
Abomasnow’s abilities are Snow Warning, Soundproof.
Abomasnow’s best moves often include Blizzard, Giga Drain, Wood Hammer, Ice Shard, Earthquake, Energy Ball, Focus Blast, Leech Seed.
Abomasnow can be useful depending on the game, format and team support, especially when its typing, abilities and best moves fit the matchup.
The most common method depends on the game. Check the Where to Find section above for generation-by-generation availability.
Mega Abomasnow information is included on this page for formats where Mega Evolution is available.
Final Output Note:
Removed: Featured Competitive Build section removed because no confirmed TGH Pokemon Champions build was found for this Pokemon.
Not API-driven yet: Descriptions, abilities text, best moves, competitive overview, Related Guides links, Legends Z-A locations and Pokemon Winds and Waves availability are manually written.
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