Pokemon Guide
Anorith is a Rock and Bug-type fossil Pokemon known for being restored from the Claw Fossil, swimming with wing-like appendages and evolving into Armaldo. This guide covers Anorith stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Anorith guide supports current Pokemon games 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 |
Anorith is an ancient fossil Pokemon restored from the Claw Fossil. It resembles a prehistoric sea creature and uses its wing-like limbs to move through the water while hunting with its claws.
Competitive Overview
Anorith is usually a lower-power competitive option because it is an unevolved fossil Pokemon. Its Attack and Speed are useful for its stage, and Swift Swim can make it faster in rain-based formats.
Anorith works best in limited formats, casual playthroughs or early evolution teams. In most standard formats, Armaldo is preferred because it has higher stats and better overall durability.
Here are the key facts to know about Anorith, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Anorith
National Dex
#0347
Type
Rock / Bug
Species
Old Shrimp Pokemon
Height
2’04” / 0.7 m
70 cm
Weight
27.6 lbs / 12.5 kg
12.5 kg
Abilities
Battle Armor, Swift Swim
Anorith has stats that reflect its role in the Claw Fossil line. Use the shortcode below to view its full base stat spread.
Anorith has a movepool focused on Rock, Bug, Water and physical coverage. These are some of Anorith’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable physical Bug-type attack that matches Anorith’s typing.
A Bug-type attack that can damage opponents while restoring HP in modern games.
A strong Rock-type move that gives Anorith coverage against Flying, Fire, Bug and Ice-type Pokemon.
A fossil-themed Rock-type attack that may boost all stats.
A straightforward physical attack that fits Anorith’s claw-based design.
A priority Water-type attack in games where Anorith can learn it.
A useful physical Water-type move for coverage in games where Anorith can access it.
A setup move that boosts Anorith’s Attack and improves its sweeping potential.
Anorith can learn a broad move pool across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Anorith’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Anorith is a Rock and Bug-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Normal and Poison-type moves, but it also creates weaknesses to Water, Rock and Steel-type attacks.
Type
Rock / Bug
Weaknesses
Water, Rock and Steel
Resistances
Normal and Poison
Immunity
None
Anorith’s abilities help it avoid critical hits or take advantage of rain depending on the game and format.
Protects Anorith from critical hits, helping it avoid sudden extra damage from unlucky attacks.
Doubles Anorith’s Speed in rain, giving it extra offensive potential on rain-based teams.
Anorith evolves into Armaldo starting at Level 40. The full Anorith evolution line is Anorith and Armaldo.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Anorith at Level 40
Anorith’s availability usually depends on restoring a Claw Fossil, receiving one through fossil systems or transferring it from another game. It evolves into Armaldo starting at Level 40.
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Anorith had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Anorith had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Anorith had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Anorith had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Anorith had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Anorith had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Rustboro City. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Rustboro City. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Rustboro City. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Oreburgh City. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Oreburgh City. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Oreburgh City. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Pewter City. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Pewter City. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Nacrene City. |
 Pokemon White |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Nacrene City. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Nacrene City. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Nacrene City. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Ambrette Town. |
 Pokemon Y |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Ambrette Town. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Rustboro City. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Rustboro City. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Route 8 or revive the Claw Fossil. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Route 8 or revive the Claw Fossil. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Ballimere Lake in The Crown Tundra. Can also be obtained through Max Raid Battles. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Ballimere Lake in The Crown Tundra. Can also be obtained through Max Raid Battles. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Oreburgh City after obtaining one through fossil digging. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Revive the Claw Fossil at Oreburgh City after obtaining one through fossil digging. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Anorith |
|---|---|
 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 Anorith. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Anorith is a Rock / Bug-type Pokemon.
Anorith is weak to Water, Rock and Steel-type moves.
Anorith evolves into Armaldo starting at Level 40.
Anorith’s abilities are Battle Armor, Swift Swim.
Anorith’s best moves often include X-Scissor, Leech Life, Rock Slide, Ancient Power, Slash, Aqua Jet, Waterfall and Swords Dance.
Anorith can be useful in lower-power formats or casual play, but Armaldo is usually stronger because it has better stats.
The most common way to get Anorith is to revive the Claw Fossil in games where fossil restoration is available.
No, Anorith does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or major regional form in the main Pokemon games.
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