Pokemon Guide
Glameow is a Normal-type Pokemon known for its catlike attitude, flexible tail and evolution into Purugly.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Glameow guide supports current Pokemon games and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
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Glameow evolves into Purugly at Level 38. It is often version-exclusive in Sinnoh games.
Competitive Overview
Glameow is mostly an early-stage utility Pokemon, with Fake Out and status moves giving it some playthrough use.
Its biggest value is evolving into Purugly, while Glameow itself has limited stats.
Here are the key facts to know about Glameow, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Glameow
National Dex
#0431
Type
Normal
Species
Catty Pokemon
Height
1’08” / 0.5 m
Weight
8.6 lbs / 3.9 kg
Abilities
Limber, Own Tempo, Keen Eye
Glameow has decent Speed for an early-stage Normal-type Pokemon, but modest overall stats.
Glameow uses Normal, Ghost, Bug, Fairy and support moves across Pokemon games.
Priority flinch pressure on the first active turn.
Normal-type damage with increased critical-hit chance.
Multi-hit Normal-type damage.
Fairy-type coverage when available.
Coverage against Ghost and Psychic-type Pokemon.
Pivoting Bug-type utility.
Sleep-inducing utility in supported games.
Boosts Special Attack.
Glameow can learn a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game. Use the section below to view Glameow’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Glameow is a Normal-type Pokemon. This gives it a Ghost immunity, but leaves it weak to Fighting-type attacks.
Type
Normal
Weaknesses
Fighting
Resistances
None
Immunity
Ghost
Glameow’s abilities prevent paralysis, prevent confusion or block accuracy drops.
Prevents Glameow from being paralyzed.
Prevents Glameow from becoming confused.
Prevents accuracy from being lowered when this hidden ability is available.
Glameow evolves into Purugly at Level 38.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves at Level 38
Glameow’s availability changes by game. It is often version-exclusive or found in early Sinnoh routes.
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Blue | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Silver | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Route 218 and Route 222. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Route 218 and Route 222. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon White | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Y | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Moon | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Catch in grassy routes, urban-adjacent areas or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Route 218 and Route 222, plus Grand Underground areas. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Crossing Slope and Veilstone Cape areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Trade or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Violet | Trade or transfer from another compatible game. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Glameow |
|---|---|
| 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 Glameow. This FAQ is visible on-page content only.
Glameow is a Normal-type Pokemon.
Glameow evolves into Purugly at Level 38.
Glameow’s abilities are Limber, Own Tempo and Keen Eye.
Current location data for Glameow in Pokemon Legends Z-A is not yet available.
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