Pokemon Guide
Joltik is a Bug and Electric-type Pokemon known for its tiny size, static-electricity feeding habits and evolution into Galvantula. This guide covers Joltik 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 Joltik 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 |
Joltik is a small Bug and Electric-type Pokemon that attaches to larger Pokemon to absorb static electricity. It evolves into Galvantula and is known for Electric-type pressure, Bug-type utility and its unusually tiny size.
Competitive Overview
Joltik is usually more useful during early-game playthroughs or limited formats than in serious competitive play. It has useful typing and Speed for a first-stage Pokemon but is held back by low bulk.
Its strengths include Compound Eyes, Electric-type attacks, Bug-type utility and Sticky Web support in games where it can use that move. Its main problems are weaknesses to Fire and Rock-type attacks.
Here are the key facts to know about Joltik, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Joltik
National Dex
#0595
Type
Bug / Electric
Species
Attaching Pokemon
Height
0’04” / 0.1 m
10 cm
Weight
1.3 lbs / 0.6 kg
0.6 kg
Abilities
Compound Eyes, Unnerve, Swarm
Joltik has early-stage stats with decent Speed and Special Attack for its size. It is usually best used as a fast utility or special attacker before evolving into Galvantula.
Joltik uses Electric, Bug, Grass and support moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Joltik’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Electric-type special attack and one of Joltik’s best direct damage options.
A strong Bug-type special attack that gives Joltik useful STAB damage in games where it is available.
An Electric-type pivot move that lets Joltik deal damage and switch out.
An Electric-type attack that can lower the opponent’s Speed in many battle formats.
A Bug-type entry hazard that lowers the Speed of grounded opposing Pokemon when they switch in.
A Grass-type coverage move that can hit Ground, Rock and Water-type Pokemon.
A Dark-type priority move that can strike first when the opponent is attacking.
A support move that can paralyze opponents and help Joltik control Speed.
Joltik can learn Electric, Bug, Grass, Dark and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Joltik’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Joltik is a Bug and Electric-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Fighting, Steel, Grass and Electric-type moves, but it also leaves Joltik weak to Fire and Rock-type attacks.
Type
Bug / Electric
Weaknesses
Fire, Rock
Resistances
Fighting, Steel, Grass, Electric
Immunity
None
Joltik’s abilities improve move accuracy, disrupt opposing Berries or boost Bug-type moves depending on the game and format.
Raises Joltik’s accuracy, making moves with imperfect accuracy more reliable.
Prevents opposing Pokemon from eating held Berries while Joltik is active.
Powers up Bug-type moves when Joltik’s HP is low.
Joltik evolves into Galvantula at Level 36. The full Joltik evolution line is Joltik and Galvantula.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Joltik at Level 36
Joltik’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Joltik is found in caves, grassy Wild Area locations or transferred from another game.
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Joltik had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Chargestone Cave. |
 Pokemon White |
Chargestone Cave. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Chargestone Cave. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Chargestone Cave. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Route 116. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Route 116. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade 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 Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 4, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, East Lake Axewell, Dappled Grove, West Lake Axewell, Giant’s Cap, Giant’s Mirror and North Lake Miloch. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 4, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, East Lake Axewell, Dappled Grove, West Lake Axewell, Giant’s Cap, Giant’s Mirror and North Lake Miloch. |
 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 Joltik |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer from Pokemon HOME when available. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer from Pokemon HOME when available. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Joltik |
|---|---|
 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 Joltik. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Joltik is a Bug and Electric-type Pokemon.
Joltik is weak to Fire and Rock-type moves.
Joltik evolves into Galvantula at Level 36.
Joltik’s abilities are Compound Eyes, Unnerve and Swarm.
Joltik’s best moves often include Thunderbolt, Bug Buzz, Volt Switch, Electroweb, Sticky Web, Energy Ball, Sucker Punch and Thunder Wave.
Joltik can be useful during a playthrough, but it is usually best evolved into Galvantula for stronger stats.
The most common way to get Joltik is to catch it in locations such as Chargestone Cave, Route 116 or Wild Area locations depending on the game.
Joltik is extremely small at 0’04” tall, making it one of the tiniest Pokemon.
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