Pokemon Guide
Dustox is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 3. This guide covers Dustox’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution from Cascoon, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and general Pokemon game information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Dustox 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 |
Dustox is the final evolution of Cascoon and one of Wurmple’s two final forms. It is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon known for scattering poisonous dust, being drawn to lights and using special status and coverage moves.
Competitive Overview
Dustox is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can have value in lower-power formats thanks to setup, utility moves and its Bug and Poison typing.
Dustox’s most useful traits include Quiver Dance, Toxic, Sludge Bomb, Bug Buzz and utility moves like Roost or Light Screen depending on the game. Its modest stats and weaknesses to Fire, Flying, Rock and Psychic can hold it back.
Here are the key facts to know about Dustox, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Dustox
National Dex
#0269
Type
Bug / Poison
Species
Poison Moth Pokemon
Height
3’11” / 1.2 m
120 cm
Weight
69.7 lbs / 31.6 kg
31.6 kg
Abilities
Shield Dust, Compound Eyes
Dustox has balanced but modest stats, with better special bulk than many early Bug-type Pokemon. Its value usually comes from support moves, setup options and status pressure.
Dustox uses Bug, Poison, Psychic, Flying and support moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Dustox’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A strong setup move that raises Special Attack, Special Defense and Speed in games where Dustox can use it.
A reliable special Bug-type attack and one of Dustox’s best same-type damage options.
A strong Poison-type special attack with a chance to poison the target.
A classic status move that lets Dustox pressure bulky opponents over time.
Useful coverage against Poison and Fighting-type Pokemon.
Coverage that restores HP while damaging Water, Ground and Rock-type Pokemon.
A recovery move that can help Dustox stay active longer in games where it is available.
A team support move that reduces damage from special attacks for several turns.
Use the section below to view Dustox’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Dustox is a Bug / Poison-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass and Fairy, but weaknesses to Fire, Flying, Rock and Psychic.
Type
Bug / Poison
Weaknesses
Fire, Flying, Rock, Psychic
Resistances
Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass, Fairy
Immunity
None
Dustox’s abilities help it avoid secondary effects or improve move accuracy depending on the game and format.
Blocks additional effects from damaging moves in games where the ability applies.
Raises Dustox’s move accuracy, helping less accurate moves connect more reliably when available.
Dustox evolves from Cascoon at Level 10. Cascoon evolves from Wurmple starting at Level 7 depending on Wurmple’s hidden evolution value.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Wurmple at Level 7 based on Wurmple’s evolution value
Stage 3
Evolves from Cascoon at Level 10
Dustox’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Dustox is obtained by evolving Cascoon at Level 10 after Wurmple evolves into Cascoon.
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Dustox had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Dustox had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Dustox had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Dustox had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Dustox had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Dustox had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Route 230 and Eterna Forest. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Routes 205, 224 and 229, Eterna Forest. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
National Park Bug-Catching Contest. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
National Park Bug-Catching Contest. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 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 Dustox |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve Cascoon at Level 10. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Route 230 and Eterna Forest. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
The Heartwood, Grueling Grove, Floaro Gardens and Veilstone Cape. |
| Game | Where to Find Dustox |
|---|---|
 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 Dustox |
|---|---|
 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 Dustox. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Dustox is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon.
Dustox is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock and Psychic-type moves.
Dustox evolves from Cascoon at Level 10. Cascoon evolves from Wurmple at Level 7 based on Wurmple’s hidden evolution value.
Dustox’s abilities are Shield Dust and Compound Eyes.
Dustox’s best moves often include Quiver Dance, Bug Buzz, Sludge Bomb, Toxic, Psychic, Giga Drain, Roost and Light Screen.
Dustox can be useful in casual play and specific formats, but its competitive value depends heavily on the game, format and support around it.
The most common way to get Dustox is to evolve Cascoon at Level 10 in games where the Wurmple line is available.
Yes, shiny Dustox exists in Pokemon games where shiny hunting or transfer support makes it available.
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