Pokemon Guide
Frosmoth is an Ice and Bug-type Pokemon known for its icy wings, strong special attacks and evolution from Snom. This guide covers Frosmoth’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: June 2026 | Page Status: This Frosmoth 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 |
Frosmoth is an Ice and Bug-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8. It evolves from Snom when Snom levels up at night with high friendship.
Competitive Overview
Frosmoth can be useful in certain formats because of Quiver Dance, strong special attacking moves and the Ice Scales ability, which reduces damage from special attacks when available.
Frosmoth’s biggest issues are its weaknesses, especially Fire and Rock-type moves. It usually needs careful positioning or support to make the most of its powerful special movepool.
Here are the key facts to know about Frosmoth, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Frosmoth
National Dex
#0873
Type
Ice / Bug
Species
Frost Moth Pokemon
Height
4’03” / 1.3 m
130 cm
Weight
92.6 lbs / 42.0 kg
42.0 kg
Abilities
Shield Dust, Ice Scales
Frosmoth has strong Special Attack and solid Special Defense, especially when supported by Ice Scales. Its physical Defense and Speed are more limited.
Frosmoth has strong Ice and Bug-type attacks along with setup and coverage options. These are some of Frosmoth’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A setup move that boosts Special Attack, Special Defense and Speed.
A reliable Ice-type special attack with strong general use.
A high-power Ice-type move that can be especially useful in snow or hail-based strategies.
A strong Bug-type special attack and one of Frosmoth’s best same-type options.
Coverage that can damage Water, Ground and Rock-type Pokemon while restoring HP.
Powerful Flying-type coverage that can pressure Fighting, Grass and Bug-type Pokemon.
A Flying-type special attack that can make the target flinch.
Coverage that can hit Dragon, Dark and Fighting-type Pokemon.
Frosmoth can learn Ice, Bug, Flying, Grass, Fairy and utility moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Frosmoth’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Frosmoth is an Ice and Bug-type Pokemon. This gives it weaknesses to Fire, Flying, Rock and Steel-type moves, with Fire and Rock being especially dangerous.
Type
Ice / Bug
Weaknesses
Fire, Flying, Rock and Steel
Resistances
Grass, Ground and Ice
Immunity
None
Frosmoth’s abilities help reduce move side effects or incoming special damage.
Blocks the additional effects of damaging moves, helping Frosmoth avoid secondary effects.
Reduces damage from special attacks. This is Frosmoth’s hidden ability and one of its most valuable traits.
Frosmoth evolves from Snom when Snom levels up at night with high friendship. The full Frosmoth evolution line is Snom and Frosmoth.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Snom with high friendship at night
Frosmoth’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Frosmoth is obtained by evolving Snom with high friendship at night.
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Frosmoth had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Path to the Peak. Frosmoth can also be obtained by evolving Snom with high friendship at night. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Path to the Peak. Frosmoth can also be obtained by evolving Snom with high friendship at night. |
 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 Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Casseroya Lake, North Province Area One, North Province Area Three, The Great Crater of Paldea and Glaseado Mountain. Frosmoth can also be obtained by evolving Snom with high friendship at night. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Casseroya Lake, North Province Area One, North Province Area Three, The Great Crater of Paldea and Glaseado Mountain. Frosmoth can also be obtained by evolving Snom with high friendship at night. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Frosmoth |
|---|---|
 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 Frosmoth. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Frosmoth is an Ice / Bug-type Pokemon.
Frosmoth is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock and Steel-type moves.
Frosmoth evolves from Snom when Snom levels up at night with high friendship.
Frosmoth’s abilities are Shield Dust, Ice Scales.
Frosmoth’s best moves often include Quiver Dance, Ice Beam, Blizzard, Bug Buzz, Giga Drain, Hurricane, Air Slash and Dazzling Gleam.
Frosmoth can be useful in certain formats because of Quiver Dance, strong special attacking moves and the Ice Scales ability, which reduces damage from special attacks when available.
Frosmoth can be caught in select areas in Pokemon Sword and Shield and Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, or obtained by evolving Snom with high friendship at night.
Frosmoth is National Dex #0873. Its previous Pokemon is Snom and its next Pokemon is Stonjourner.
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