Pokemon Guide
Crustle is a Bug and Rock-type Pokemon known for carrying a massive stone shell, strong Defense, useful setup moves and evolution from Dwebble. This guide covers Crustle’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 Crustle 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 |
Crustle is the evolved form of Dwebble. It is a Bug and Rock-type Pokemon with a heavy stone shell, high Defense, solid Attack and access to disruptive and setup moves across the Pokemon series.
Competitive Overview
Crustle can be useful in competitive formats when it is allowed to set up or support a team. Its high Defense, solid Attack and access to moves like Shell Smash, Stealth Rock and Spikes give it several roles, including setup sweeper, hazard lead and sturdy utility Pokemon.
Crustle’s biggest strengths are its physical bulk, hazard options and Shell Smash potential. Its biggest drawbacks are low Speed before setup, a weakness to Water, Rock and Steel-type attacks, and pressure from special attackers.
Here are the key facts to know about Crustle, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Crustle
National Dex
#0558
Type
Bug / Rock
Species
Stone Home Pokemon
Height
4’07” / 1.4 m
140 cm
Weight
440.9 lbs / 200.0 kg
200 kg
Abilities
Shell Armor, Sturdy, Weak Armor
Crustle has high Defense, solid Attack and lower Speed. Its stat spread supports physical bulk, hazard setting and Shell Smash strategies.
Crustle has useful Bug, Rock, Ground, Fighting and hazard moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Crustle’s most useful and recognizable moves.
Crustle’s most important setup move, sharply boosting Attack, Special Attack and Speed while lowering defenses.
A reliable Bug-type attack that gives Crustle useful same-type physical damage.
A consistent Rock-type attack with spread and flinch utility in some formats.
A high-power Rock-type attack that lets Crustle hit Flying, Fire, Ice and Bug-type Pokemon hard.
A key entry hazard that helps Crustle support its team from the start of a battle.
Strong Ground-type coverage that helps Crustle hit Steel, Rock, Fire, Electric and Poison-type Pokemon.
A useful hazard move that lets Crustle stack extra chip damage against grounded opponents.
A Fighting-type attack that can take advantage of Crustle’s high Defense in games where it is available.
Crustle can learn Bug, Rock, Ground, Fighting, Normal and hazard moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Crustle’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Crustle is a Bug and Rock-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistance to Normal and Poison-type moves, but it is weak to Water, Rock and Steel-type attacks.
Type
Bug / Rock
Weaknesses
Water, Rock and Steel
Resistances
Normal and Poison
Immunity
None
Crustle’s abilities help it avoid critical hits, survive major attacks or become faster after taking damage depending on the game and format.
Protects Crustle from critical hits. This can help make its physical bulk more reliable in longer battles.
Lets Crustle survive a one-hit knockout from full HP. This can help it set hazards, use Shell Smash or stay active during a key turn.
Crustle’s hidden ability raises Speed when it is hit by a physical move, while lowering Defense. This can support aggressive sweeping strategies.
Crustle evolves from Dwebble. The full Crustle evolution line is Dwebble and Crustle.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Dwebble at Level 34
Crustle’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Crustle is obtained by catching it directly or by evolving Dwebble at Level 34.
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Crustle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Route 18. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon White |
Route 18. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Route 18. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Route 18. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve from Dwebble. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve from Dwebble. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Mirage Spots. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Ultra Space Wilds. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Ultra Space Wilds. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Crustle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 8, Axew’s Eye, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, Stony Wilderness and Isle of Armor areas. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 8, Axew’s Eye, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, Stony Wilderness and Isle of Armor areas. Crustle can also be obtained by evolving Dwebble at Level 34. |
 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 Crustle |
|---|---|
 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 Crustle |
|---|---|
 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 Crustle. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Crustle is a Bug and Rock-type Pokemon.
Crustle is weak to Water, Rock and Steel-type moves.
Crustle evolves from Dwebble at Level 34.
Crustle’s abilities are Shell Armor, Sturdy and Weak Armor. Weak Armor is its hidden ability.
Crustle’s best moves often include Shell Smash, X-Scissor, Rock Slide, Stone Edge, Stealth Rock, Earthquake, Spikes and Body Press.
Yes, Crustle can be useful because of its high Defense, solid Attack, Sturdy ability and access to setup or hazard moves.
The most common way to get Crustle is to evolve Dwebble at Level 34, though Crustle can also be found directly in some Pokemon games.
No, Crustle does not currently have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form.
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