Pokemon Guide
Amoonguss is a Grass and Poison-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 5, known for its strong support role, access to Spore, Rage Powder and Regenerator, and evolution from Foongus. This guide covers Amoonguss’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and general competitive value.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Amoonguss 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 |
Amoonguss is the evolved form of Foongus. It is a Grass and Poison-type Pokemon known for its mushroom body, Poke Ball-like patterns, strong defensive utility and excellent support movepool.
Competitive Overview
Amoonguss is often a strong competitive Pokemon in doubles formats because of Spore, Rage Powder, Regenerator and useful defensive typing. It can redirect attacks, put opponents to sleep and stay healthy by switching out.
Amoonguss’s biggest strengths are its support moves, defensive utility and long-term staying power. Its biggest issues are low Speed outside Trick Room and weaknesses to Fire, Ice, Flying and Psychic-type moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Amoonguss, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Amoonguss
National Dex
#0591
Type
Grass / Poison
Species
Mushroom Pokemon
Height
2’00” / 0.6 m
60 cm
Weight
23.1 lbs / 10.5 kg
10.5 kg
Abilities
Effect Spore, Regenerator
Amoonguss has strong HP, useful defensive stats and low Speed. This makes it valuable as a bulky support Pokemon, especially in doubles and Trick Room-focused teams.
Amoonguss can learn Grass, Poison, Bug, Dark and support moves across different Pokemon games. These are some of Amoonguss’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A highly accurate sleep move and one of Amoonguss’s defining competitive tools.
A key doubles support move that redirects attacks away from Amoonguss’s teammates.
A Bug-type move that can damage opponents or heal allies in supported games.
A reliable Grass-type attack that gives Amoonguss recovery while dealing damage.
A strong Poison-type special attack with a useful chance to poison the target.
A valuable Poison-type move that can remove opposing stat boosts.
A staple defensive move for scouting, stalling field effects and improving positioning.
A Dark-type coverage move that uses the target’s Attack stat against it.
Amoonguss can learn Grass-type attacks, Poison-type attacks, redirection moves, recovery options and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Amoonguss’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Amoonguss is a Grass and Poison-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Water, Electric, Fighting, Fairy and Grass-type moves, but it is weak to Fire, Ice, Flying and Psychic-type moves.
Type
Grass / Poison
Weaknesses
Fire, Ice, Flying and Psychic
Resistances
Water, Electric, Fighting, Fairy and Grass
Immunity
None
Amoonguss’s abilities can punish contact moves or restore health when switching out depending on the game and format.
May inflict poison, sleep or paralysis on an attacker that makes contact with Amoonguss.
Restores health when Amoonguss switches out. This is one of Amoonguss’s most valuable competitive tools.
Amoonguss evolves from Foongus at Level 39. The full Amoonguss evolution line is Foongus and Amoonguss.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Foongus at Level 39
Amoonguss’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Amoonguss is obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39, catching it directly in supported areas or transferring it from another game.
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Amoonguss had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Routes 10 and 11. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon White |
Routes 10 and 11. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Routes 11, 22 and 23. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Routes 11, 22 and 23. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Route 20 and Pokemon Village. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon Y |
Route 20 and Pokemon Village. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 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 Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Evolve Foongus at Level 39. Amoonguss can also appear in Forest of Focus. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Evolve Foongus at Level 39. Amoonguss can also appear in Forest of Focus. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Tagtree Thicket, Casseroya Lake, North Province, East Province, South Province and West Province areas. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Tagtree Thicket, Casseroya Lake, North Province, East Province, South Province and West Province areas. Amoonguss can also be obtained by evolving Foongus at Level 39. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Amoonguss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Amoonguss. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Amoonguss is a Grass / Poison-type Pokemon.
Amoonguss is weak to Fire, Ice, Flying and Psychic-type moves.
Amoonguss evolves from Foongus at Level 39. The full Amoonguss evolution line is Foongus and Amoonguss.
Amoonguss’s abilities are Effect Spore, Regenerator.
Amoonguss’s best moves often include Spore, Rage Powder, Pollen Puff, Giga Drain, Sludge Bomb, Clear Smog, Protect and Foul Play.
Yes, Amoonguss is often strong in competitive Pokemon because of Spore, Rage Powder, Regenerator, bulk and support utility.
The most common way to get Amoonguss is to evolve Foongus at Level 39, catch Amoonguss directly in supported games or transfer it from another game.
No. Amoonguss does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form in official Pokemon games.
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