Pokemon Guide
Loudred is a Normal-type Pokemon. This guide covers Loudred’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Loudred 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 |
| FAQ | FAQ |
Loudred is the middle evolution of Whismur and the pre-evolution of Exploud. It is a Normal-type Pokemon known for powerful sound-based attacks, sturdy HP and a noisy battle style across the Pokemon series.
Competitive Overview
Loudred is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can still use sound-based moves, Normal-type attacks and Eviolite support in formats where middle evolutions are allowed.
Loudred’s biggest strengths are its decent HP, access to moves like Hyper Voice and Uproar, and the ability Soundproof. Its biggest issue is that Exploud normally outclasses it as a fully evolved attacker.
Here are the key facts to know about Loudred, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Loudred
National Dex
#0294
Type
Normal
Species
Big Voice Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
100 cm
Weight
89.3 lbs / 40.5 kg
40.5 kg
Abilities
Soundproof, Scrappy
Loudred has solid HP for a middle evolution, but its other stats are modest. It is usually used while progressing through the story or with Eviolite support in special formats.
These are some of Loudred’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games, including STAB attacks, coverage moves and utility options.
A reliable sound-based Normal-type attack that fits Loudred’s theme and gives it steady damage.
A signature-style sound move that keeps pressure on opponents across several turns.
A straightforward Normal-type attack that gives Loudred early physical damage.
Useful coverage against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon.
Special coverage that helps Loudred threaten Flying, Ground, Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon.
Strong Fire-type coverage against Steel, Grass, Bug and Ice-type Pokemon.
A recovery option that can help Loudred stay active longer.
Pairs with Rest on bulky sets and lets Loudred keep acting while asleep.
Loudred can learn different moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Loudred’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Loudred is a Normal-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.
Type
Normal
Weaknesses
Fighting
Resistances
None
Immunity
Ghost
Loudred’s abilities can change how it handles damage, utility moves or specific battle situations depending on the game and format.
Protects Loudred from sound-based moves, which can be useful against moves like Hyper Voice, Boomburst and Perish Song.
Allows Loudred to hit Ghost-type Pokemon with Normal and Fighting-type moves when this ability is available.
Loudred is part of the Whismur, Loudred, Exploud evolution line.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Whismur at Level 20
Stage 3
Evolves from Loudred at Level 40
Loudred’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check each generation below for safe location, evolution, trade or transfer notes.
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20 or find in Victory Road in some versions. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20 when available through White Forest or transfer. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Friend Safari or evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Y |
Friend Safari or evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 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 Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Brawlers’ Cave, Courageous Cavern, Soothing Wetlands and Training Lowlands, or evolve Whismur. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Brawlers’ Cave, Courageous Cavern, Soothing Wetlands and Training Lowlands, or evolve Whismur. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve Whismur at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Location data not yet available. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Location data not yet available. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Loudred |
|---|---|
 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 Loudred. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Loudred is a Normal-type Pokemon.
Loudred is weak to Fighting-type moves.
Loudred evolves from Whismur at Level 20 and evolves into Exploud at Level 40.
Loudred’s abilities are Soundproof, Scrappy.
Loudred’s best moves often include Hyper Voice, Uproar, Stomp, Crunch, Ice Beam.
Loudred is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can still use sound-based moves, Normal-type attacks and Eviolite support in formats where middle evolutions are allowed.
The most common way to get Loudred is to evolve Whismur at Level 20, though some games also allow direct encounters.
No, Loudred does not currently have a Mega Evolution or major alternate form included on this page.
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