Pokemon Guide
Bibarel is a Normal / Water-type Pokemon. This guide covers Bibarel’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Bibarel 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 |
Bibarel is the evolved form of Bidoof and a Normal and Water-type Pokemon. It is known for its utility movepool, dependable early-game role and unusual type combination.
Competitive Overview
Bibarel is rarely a top competitive threat, but it can be useful in specific formats because of Simple, Unaware and access to setup or utility moves. It is often valued for versatility more than raw power.
Bibarel’s biggest strengths are its helpful typing, flexible movepool and ability options. Its biggest issue is that its base stats are only moderate compared with stronger Water-type Pokemon.
Here are the key facts to know about Bibarel, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Bibarel
National Dex
#0400
Type
Normal / Water
Species
Beaver Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
100 cm
Weight
69.4 lbs / 31.5 kg
31.5 kg
Abilities
Simple, Unaware, Moody
Bibarel has balanced but modest stats, giving it enough Attack and HP to function as a utility attacker.
These are some of Bibarel’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable physical Water-type attack for Bibarel.
Priority Water-type damage for finishing weakened foes.
A consistent Normal-type attack in games where it is available.
Useful utility that cuts the target’s HP.
A setup move that can pair well with Simple in formats where available.
Coverage against Electric, Rock and Steel-type Pokemon.
Special coverage against Grass, Flying, Ground and Dragon-type Pokemon.
Support utility that can force switches or threaten sleep.
Use the section below to view Bibarel’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Bibarel is a Normal / Water-type Pokemon. Its weaknesses, resistances and immunities are listed below.
Type
Normal, Water
Weaknesses
Electric, Grass, Fighting
Resistances
Fire, Water, Ice, Steel
Immunity
Ghost
Bibarel’s abilities give it different battle roles depending on the game and format.
Doubles stat changes, making boosts and drops more dramatic in battle.
Ignores the opposing Pokemon’s stat changes when calculating damage.
Raises one stat sharply and lowers another each turn in formats where it is available.
The Bibarel evolution line is shown below.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Bidoof at Level 15
Bibarel’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for game-by-game location notes.
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15 or find in select Sinnoh areas depending on the game. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15 or find in select Sinnoh areas depending on the game. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15 or find near water and marsh areas in Sinnoh. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade 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 Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15 or find in select routes and Grand Underground areas. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve Bidoof at Level 15 or find in select routes and Grand Underground areas. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Nature’s Pantry, Tidewater Dam, Droning Meadow, Gapejaw Bog, Holm of Trials and Ursa’s Ring. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer when supported. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer when supported. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Bibarel |
|---|---|
 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 Bibarel. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Bibarel is a Normal / Water-type Pokemon.
Bibarel is weak to Electric, Grass, Fighting-type moves.
Evolves from Bidoof at Level 15
Bibarel’s abilities are Simple, Unaware, Moody.
Bibarel’s useful moves often include Waterfall, Aqua Jet, Return, Super Fang.
Bibarel is rarely a top competitive threat, but it can be useful in specific formats because of Simple, Unaware and access to setup or utility moves. It is often valued for versatility more than raw power.
Bibarel can be found, evolved, transferred or traded depending on the Pokemon game.
Yes, shiny Bibarel is available in Pokemon games that support shiny encounters or transfers for this Pokemon.
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