Pokemon Guide
Barbaracle is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon from Generation 6. This guide covers Barbaracle’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and related Pokemon guide information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Mega Evolution
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Barbaracle 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 |
Barbaracle is known as the Collective Pokemon. It is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon with abilities such as Tough Claws, Sniper, Pickpocket and a role that changes depending on the game and competitive format.
Competitive Overview
Barbaracle can be useful when its typing, movepool and abilities fit the format. Its value depends heavily on matchup, available moves and team support.
Players should check the current format before locking in a set, since Barbaracle’s best role can change across Pokemon games.
Here are the key facts to know about Barbaracle, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Barbaracle
#0689
Rock / Water
Collective Pokemon
4’03” / 1.3 m
130 cm
211.6 lbs / 96.0 kg
96.0 kg
Tough Claws, Sniper, Pickpocket
Barbaracle’s base stats determine how it performs as an attacker, defender or support Pokemon.
These are some of Barbaracle’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Barbaracle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
Use the section below to view Barbaracle’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Barbaracle is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon. Its weaknesses, resistances and immunities shape how it performs in battle.
Rock / Water
Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground
Normal, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying
None
Barbaracle’s abilities can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Tough Claws can shape how Barbaracle performs in battle depending on the game, format and matchup.
Sniper can shape how Barbaracle performs in battle depending on the game, format and matchup.
Pickpocket can shape how Barbaracle performs in battle depending on the game, format and matchup.
Barbaracle evolves from Binacle starting at Level 39.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Binacle at Level 39
Barbaracle’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check each generation dropdown below for game-specific notes.
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Barbaracle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve from Binacle. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve from Binacle. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 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 Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 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 Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Evolve from Binacle at Level 39. |
| Game | Where to Find Barbaracle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Barbaracle is an important alternate form for Barbaracle in Pokemon Legends Z-A coverage. Its final competitive and location details should be reviewed before publishing.
Mega Barbaracle should be reviewed for final type, ability, stats and shortcode image support before publishing.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Barbaracle. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Barbaracle is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon.
Barbaracle is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves.
Barbaracle’s abilities are Tough Claws, Sniper, Pickpocket.
Barbaracle’s availability depends on the game. Check the location tables above for each generation.
Final Output Note:
Removed the Pokemon Champions Featured Competitive Build section because no confirmed individual TGH build was found for Barbaracle.
Information not API-driven yet: manually written abilities, best moves, availability notes, Legends Z-A notes and related guide links.
Human review before publishing: verify final game-specific locations, Legends Z-A details, type icon image IDs and any future Pokemon Champions build coverage for Barbaracle.
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