Pokemon Guide
Carnivine is a Grass-type Pokemon known for its role in the Sinnoh era, its evolution line, abilities and unique matchup profile. This guide covers Carnivine’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Carnivine 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 |
Carnivine is a Grass-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 4. It resembles a carnivorous plant and is known for floating through the air with the Levitate ability.
Competitive Overview
Carnivine can use its Grass typing and Levitate ability to switch into some Ground-type pressure, but it is held back by low Speed and limited defensive reliability.
It usually works best in casual formats or specialized teams that can support its slower attacking style.
Here are the key facts to know about Carnivine, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Carnivine
National Dex
#0455
Type
Grass
Species
Bug Catcher Pokemon
Height
4’07” / 1.4 m
140 cm
Weight
59.5 lbs / 27.0 kg
27.0 kg
Abilities
Levitate
Carnivine has a stat profile that shapes its role across Pokemon games. Use the stats module below to view its base stats.
Carnivine can use several useful attacks and support moves across different Pokemon games. These are some of Carnivine’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A high-power Grass-type physical attack.
A Grass-type move that deals damage and restores HP.
A reliable special Grass-type attack.
Coverage that helps against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon.
Boosts Carnivine’s Attack for physical sets.
Coverage against Grass and Fairy-type Pokemon when available.
Can put opponents to sleep when available.
Drains HP over time and helps Carnivine stay active.
Carnivine can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Carnivine’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Carnivine is a Grass-type Pokemon. Its typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or is immune to across most Pokemon games.
Type
Grass
Weaknesses
Flying, Poison, Bug, Fire, Ice
Resistances
Water, Grass, Electric, Ground
Immunity
Ground
Carnivine’s abilities can affect its defensive value, offensive pressure or team role depending on the game and format.
Gives immunity to Ground-type moves, which helps offset important defensive weaknesses.
Carnivine evolution information is listed below, including its previous form, next form or single-stage status where applicable.
Single Stage
Does not evolve
Carnivine’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 Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Carnivine had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Great Marsh. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Great Marsh. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Great Marsh. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 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 Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 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 Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Great Marsh. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Great Marsh. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Crimson Mirelands, including Cottonsedge Prairie and nearby swamp areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Carnivine |
|---|---|
 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 Carnivine. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Carnivine is a Grass-type Pokemon.
Carnivine is weak to Flying, Poison, Bug, Fire, Ice-type moves.
Does not evolve
Carnivine’s abilities are Levitate.
Carnivine’s best moves often include Power Whip, Giga Drain, Energy Ball, Crunch, Swords Dance, Sludge Bomb, Sleep Powder, Leech Seed.
Carnivine 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.
Carnivine does not have a confirmed major Mega, Gigantamax, regional or similar alternate form section on this page.
Final Output Note:
Removed: Featured Competitive Build section removed because no confirmed TGH Pokemon Champions build was found for this Pokemon. Mega or alternate form sections removed because no major alternate form applies.
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.
Needs human review before publishing: Location rows, type icon media IDs, Pokemon Champions build availability, shortcodes, and all Pokemon Legends Z-A availability details.
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