Pokemon Guide
Clamperl is a Water-type Pokemon known for its hard shell, unusual split evolution line and the ability to evolve into either Huntail or Gorebyss depending on the held item used during trade. This guide covers Clamperl’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and general competitive information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Clamperl 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 |
Clamperl is a Water-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 3. It can evolve into Huntail when traded holding a Deep Sea Tooth, or into Gorebyss when traded holding a Deep Sea Scale.
Competitive Overview
Clamperl is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can be surprisingly dangerous in limited formats because of its Deep Sea Tooth and Deep Sea Scale item interactions. These items can greatly boost its attacking or defensive value depending on the set.
Clamperl’s biggest strengths are its unique evolution items, strong defensive shell theme and access to Water-type attacks. Its main issues are low Speed, limited movepool depth and the fact that it often needs heavy team support before evolving.
Here are the key facts to know about Clamperl, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Clamperl
National Dex
#0366
Type
Water
Species
Bivalve Pokemon
Height
1’04” / 0.4 m
40 cm
Weight
115.7 lbs / 52.5 kg
52.5 kg
Abilities
Shell Armor, Rattled
Clamperl has decent defensive stats for an unevolved Pokemon, but its low Speed and limited HP make it harder to use without support. Its special held items can make it much more threatening in specific formats.
Clamperl can use Water, Ice and support moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Clamperl’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A reliable Water-type attack that gives Clamperl consistent damage across many games.
A physical Water-type option that can be useful in games where Clamperl has access to it.
A useful Water-type move that can burn opponents in games where it is available.
A trapping move that fits Clamperl’s shell-based theme and can chip opponents over time.
A powerful setup move that can boost Clamperl’s offensive pressure when available.
Coverage against Grass, Dragon, Flying and Ground-type Pokemon.
A useful defensive move that can help Clamperl scout attacks or stall for extra turns.
A recovery support move that can help Clamperl regain HP over time.
Clamperl can learn Water, Ice, Normal and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Clamperl’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Clamperl is a Water-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Steel, Fire, Water and Ice-type moves, but it is weak to Grass and Electric-type attacks.
Type
Water
Weaknesses
Grass and Electric
Resistances
Steel, Fire, Water and Ice
Immunity
None
Clamperl’s abilities help it avoid critical hits or gain Speed after being hit by certain move types depending on the game and format.
Prevents critical hits from landing on Clamperl. This helps Clamperl avoid sudden damage spikes in longer battles.
Raises Clamperl’s Speed when it is hit by Bug, Ghost or Dark-type moves. This can give Clamperl a small momentum boost in the right matchup.
Clamperl has a split evolution line. It evolves into Huntail when traded holding a Deep Sea Tooth, or into Gorebyss when traded holding a Deep Sea Scale.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Clamperl when traded holding a Deep Sea Tooth
Stage 2
Evolves from Clamperl when traded holding a Deep Sea Scale
Clamperl’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Clamperl is found by fishing or diving in water routes, while other games require trade, transfer or migration.
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Clamperl had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Clamperl had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Clamperl had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Clamperl had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Clamperl had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Clamperl had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Route 124 and Route 126. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Route 124 and Route 126. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Route 124 and Route 126. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Route 219 and Route 221. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Route 219 and Route 221. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Route 19. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Route 19. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Route 4. |
 Pokemon White |
Route 4. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Route 4. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Route 4. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Route 12. |
 Pokemon Y |
Route 12. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Routes 107, 124, 126, 128, 129 and 130. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Routes 107, 124, 126, 128, 129 and 130. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Route 15, Melemele Sea and Hau’oli City. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Route 15, Melemele Sea and Hau’oli City. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Route 219, Route 221, Fountainspring Cave, Riverbank Cave and Still-Water Cavern. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Route 219, Route 221, Fountainspring Cave, Riverbank Cave and Still-Water Cavern. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Clamperl |
|---|---|
 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 Clamperl. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Clamperl is a Water-type Pokemon.
Clamperl is weak to Grass and Electric-type moves.
Clamperl has a split evolution line. It evolves into Huntail when traded holding a Deep Sea Tooth, or into Gorebyss when traded holding a Deep Sea Scale.
Clamperl’s abilities are Shell Armor, Rattled.
Clamperl’s best moves often include Surf, Waterfall, Scald, Clamp, Shell Smash, Ice Beam, Protect and Aqua Ring.
Clamperl is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can be surprisingly dangerous in limited formats because of its Deep Sea Tooth and Deep Sea Scale item interactions. These items can greatly boost its attacking or defensive value depending on the set.
Clamperl’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Clamperl is found by fishing or diving in water routes, while other games require trade, transfer or migration.
No, Clamperl does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or major alternate form in the main Pokemon games.
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