Pokemon Guide
Dondozo is a Water-type Pokemon. This guide covers Dondozo’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Dondozo 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 |
| Abilities | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Dondozo is a Water-type Pokemon introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It is a huge catfish Pokemon known for bulk, Commander synergy with Tatsugiri and strong defensive value.
Competitive Overview
Dondozo is a strong defensive Pokemon in many formats because of its huge bulk and access to Unaware. In doubles, it can pair with Tatsugiri and Commander to become a major stat-boosted threat.
Its best use depends on the game, format, teammates and available move options.
Here are the key facts to know about Dondozo, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Dondozo
National Dex
#0977
Type
Water
Species
Big Catfish Pokemon
Height
39’04” / 12.0 m
Weight
485.0 lbs / 220.0 kg
Abilities
Unaware, Oblivious, Water Veil
Dondozo’s stat profile helps define how it performs across Pokemon games.
These are some of Dondozo’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A powerful Water-type STAB attack with recoil.
Reliable physical Water-type damage without recoil.
A signature move that works with Tatsugiri in double battles.
Coverage against Electric, Steel, Fire and Rock-type Pokemon.
Uses Dondozo’s Defense to deal Fighting-type damage.
Restores HP and helps Dondozo stay active in long battles.
Boosts Attack and Defense while lowering Speed.
Forces opponents to switch or risk falling asleep.
Use the section below to view Dondozo’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Dondozo is a Water-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities.
Type
Water
Weaknesses
Electric, Grass
Resistances
Fire, Water, Ice, Steel
Immunity
None
Dondozo’s abilities help define how it functions in battle.
Ignores the opponent’s stat changes when attacking or taking damage.
Prevents infatuation and certain disruption effects depending on the game.
Prevents the Pokemon from being burned.
Here is the evolution information for Dondozo.
Single Stage
Does not evolve
Dondozo’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game.
| Game | Where to Find Dondozo |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in Casseroya Lake in Paldea. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Found in Casseroya Lake in Paldea. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
 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 Dondozo. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Dondozo is a Water-type Pokemon.
Dondozo is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves.
See the evolution section above for Dondozo’s full evolution details.
Dondozo’s abilities are Unaware, Oblivious, Water Veil.
Dondozo’s best moves often include Wave Crash, Liquidation, Order Up, Earthquake.
Dondozo’s availability depends on the game. Check the locations section for current game-specific details.
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