Pokemon Guide
Chewtle is a Water-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8, known for its snapping turtle design, Strong Jaw ability and evolution into Drednaw. This guide covers Chewtle’s 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 Chewtle 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 |
Chewtle is a Water-type Snapping Pokemon with a large horn on its head and a powerful bite. It evolves into Drednaw starting at Level 22.
Competitive Overview
Chewtle is usually used as an early-game Water-type or as the first step toward Drednaw. Its Strong Jaw ability gives extra value to biting moves, and its evolution arrives fairly early.
Chewtle’s biggest strengths are its Water typing, Strong Jaw synergy and access to physical coverage moves. Its main issues are low Speed, modest bulk and weaknesses to Electric and Grass-type attacks.
Here are the key facts to know about Chewtle, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Chewtle
National Dex
#0833
Type
Water
Species
Snapping Pokemon
Height
1’00” / 0.3 m
30 cm
Weight
18.7 lbs / 8.5 kg
8.5 kg
Abilities
Strong Jaw, Shell Armor, Swift Swim
Chewtle has decent Attack for an early-game Pokemon but modest defenses and Speed. It becomes much stronger after evolving into Drednaw at Level 22.
Chewtle has a physical movepool with Water, Dark, Rock and utility options. These are some of Chewtle’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A basic Water-type attack that Chewtle can use early in a playthrough.
A reliable physical Water-type move that can lower the target’s Defense.
A strong physical Water-type attack for heavier damage.
A Dark-type biting move that traps both Chewtle and the target until one leaves the field.
A useful Dark-type bite move that benefits from Strong Jaw in supported games.
Rock-type coverage that can lower the target’s Speed.
A defensive utility move that blocks attacks for a turn.
A weather move that boosts Water-type attacks and can support Swift Swim strategies.
Chewtle can learn Water, Dark, Rock, Normal, Ice and utility moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Chewtle’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Chewtle is a Water-type Pokemon. This gives it weaknesses to Electric and Grass-type moves, while it resists Fire, Water, Ice and Steel-type moves.
Type
Water
Weaknesses
Electric, Grass
Resistances
Fire, Water, Ice, Steel
Immunity
None
Chewtle’s abilities support biting moves, defensive consistency or rain-based Speed depending on the game and format.
Powers up Chewtle’s biting moves, making attacks like Crunch and Jaw Lock more threatening.
Prevents Chewtle from being hit by critical hits.
Doubles Chewtle’s Speed during rain. This is Chewtle’s hidden ability.
Chewtle evolves into Drednaw starting at Level 22. The full Chewtle evolution line is Chewtle and Drednaw.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Chewtle at Level 22
Chewtle’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It appears in Pokemon Sword and Shield and returns in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because this Pokemon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 2, Galar Mine No. 2, Motostoke Riverbank, Bridge Field, Dusty Bowl, Giant’s Cap, Giant’s Mirror, Stony Wilderness and other Wild Area locations. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 2, Galar Mine No. 2, Motostoke Riverbank, Bridge Field, Dusty Bowl, Giant’s Cap, Giant’s Mirror, Stony Wilderness and other Wild Area locations. |
 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 Chewtle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Found near water in Paldea and Kitakami, including areas listed for Chewtle encounters in Scarlet and Violet. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Found near water in Paldea and Kitakami, including areas listed for Chewtle encounters in Scarlet and Violet. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Chewtle |
|---|---|
 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 Chewtle. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Chewtle is a Water-type Pokemon.
Chewtle is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves.
Chewtle evolves into Drednaw at Level 22.
Chewtle’s abilities are Strong Jaw, Shell Armor and Swift Swim.
Chewtle’s best moves often include Water Gun, Razor Shell, Aqua Tail, Jaw Lock, Crunch, Rock Tomb, Protect and Rain Dance.
Chewtle is useful early in a playthrough, especially as a Water-type that evolves into Drednaw at Level 22.
Chewtle can be found in Pokemon Sword and Shield and in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet near water-focused areas.
No, Chewtle does not currently have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or major regional form.
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