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    Murkrow Pokemon Guide

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    Murkrow Pokemon Guide

    Murkrow is a Dark and Flying-type Pokemon known for its nighttime theme, disruptive abilities and evolution into Honchkrow with a Dusk Stone. This guide covers Murkrow’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions information.

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    Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Murkrow guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates.

    Murkrow Description

    Murkrow is a Dark and Flying-type Pokemon known for its nighttime theme, disruptive abilities and evolution into Honchkrow with a Dusk Stone.

    Competitive Overview

    Is Murkrow Good in Competitive?

    Murkrow can be useful when its typing, abilities and movepool fit the battle format.

    Murkrow Quick Facts

    Name

    Murkrow

    National Dex

    #0198

    Type

    Dark / Flying

    Species

    Darkness Pokemon

    Height

    1’08” / 0.5 m

    Weight

    4.6 lbs / 2.1 kg

    Abilities

    Insomnia, Super Luck and Prankster

    Murkrow Stats

    Hp
    60
    Attack
    85
    Defense
    42
    Special Attack
    85
    Special Defense
    42
    Speed
    91

    Murkrow Best Moves Across Pokemon Games

    Brave Bird

    Brave Bird is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Foul Play

    Foul Play is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Sucker Punch

    Sucker Punch is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Night Slash

    Night Slash is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Tailwind

    Tailwind is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Taunt

    Taunt is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Haze

    Haze is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Thunder Wave

    Thunder Wave is one of Murkrow’s notable options across Pokemon games.

    Murkrow All Moves

    Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

    Level-Up Moves
    LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    1Astonish Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical30100
    1Peck Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical35100
    5Gust Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Special40100
    11Haze Ice type Pokemon icon Ice Status––
    15Wing Attack Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical60100
    21Night Shade Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special–100
    25Assurance Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical60100
    31Taunt Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status–100
    35Mean Look Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    40Foul Play Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical95100
    50Sucker Punch Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical70100
    55Torment Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status–100
    60Quash Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status–100
    TM Moves
    MethodMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    TMAcrobatics Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical55100
    TMAerial Ace Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical60–
    TMAir Cutter Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Special6095
    TMAir Slash Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Special7595
    TMBrave Bird Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical120100
    TMCalm Mind Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMConfuse Ray Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status–100
    TMDark Pulse Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Special80100
    TMDouble Edge Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical120100
    TMDual Wingbeat Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical4090
    TMEndure Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMFacade Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical70100
    TMFeather Dance Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Status–100
    TMFly Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical9095
    TMFoul Play Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical95100
    TMGiga Impact Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical15090
    TMHaze Ice type Pokemon icon Ice Status––
    TMHeat Wave Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special9590
    TMHex Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special65100
    TMHurricane Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Special11070
    TMHyper Beam Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special15090
    TMIcy Wind Ice type Pokemon icon Ice Special5595
    TMLash Out Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical75100
    TMMud Slap Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Special20100
    TMNasty Plot Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status––
    TMNight Shade Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special–100
    TMProtect Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMPsychic Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Special90100
    TMPsychic Noise Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Special75100
    TMRain Dance Water type Pokemon icon Water Status––
    TMRest Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMScary Face Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status–100
    TMShadow Ball Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special80100
    TMSleep Talk Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMSnarl Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Special5595
    TMSpite Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status–100
    TMSubstitute Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMSunny Day Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status––
    TMTailwind Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Status––
    TMTake Down Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical9085
    TMTaunt Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status–100
    TMTera Blast Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special80100
    TMThief Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical60100
    TMThunder Wave Electric type Pokemon icon Electric Status–90
    TMU Turn Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical70100
    TMUproar Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special90100
    Egg Moves
    MoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    Brave Bird Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical120100
    Confuse Ray Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status–100
    Drill Peck Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical80100
    Feather Dance Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Status–100
    Flatter Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status–100
    Perish Song Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    Screech Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status–85
    Sky Attack Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical14090
    Whirlwind Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––

    Murkrow Typing, Weaknesses and Resistances

    Type

    Dark / Flying

    Weaknesses

    Rock, Electric, Ice, Fairy

    Resistances

    Ghost, Grass, Dark

    Immunity

    Ground, Psychic

    Murkrow Abilities

    Insomnia

    Insomnia gives Murkrow useful battle value depending on the game and format.

    Super Luck

    Super Luck gives Murkrow useful battle value depending on the game and format.

    Prankster

    Prankster gives Murkrow useful battle value depending on the game and format.

    Murkrow Evolution

    Murkrow

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    Starting form

    Honchkrow

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    Evolves from Murkrow with a Dusk Stone

    Where to Find Murkrow in Pokemon Games

    Generation 1: Pokemon Red, Blue and Yellow
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Not available in this game.
    Generation 2: Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available in select Generation 2 games or through evolution, trade or version-specific methods.
    Generation 3: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available through listed encounters, trade or migration depending on version.
    Generation 4: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold and SoulSilver
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version.
    Generation 5: Black, White, Black 2 and White 2
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version.
    Generation 6: X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version.
    Generation 7: Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon and Let’s Go
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. Not available in Let’s Go unless stated otherwise.
    Generation 8: Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or transfer depending on version.
    Generation 9: Scarlet, Violet and Legends Z-A
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Location data not yet available.
    Generation 10: Pokemon Winds and Waves
    Game Where to Find Murkrow
    Pokemon game Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed.

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    Murkrow FAQ

    What type is Murkrow?

    Murkrow is a Dark / Flying-type Pokemon.

    What is Murkrow weak against?

    Murkrow is weak to Rock, Electric, Ice, Fairy-type moves.

    What are Murkrow’s abilities?

    Murkrow’s abilities are Insomnia, Super Luck and Prankster.

    What are Murkrow’s best moves?

    Brave Bird, Foul Play, Sucker Punch, Night Slash, Tailwind, Taunt, Haze, Thunder Wave.

    How do you get Murkrow?

    Availability changes by game. Use the location dropdowns above.

    Does Murkrow evolve?

    See the evolution section above for the full evolution method.

    Is Murkrow good in Pokemon?

    Murkrow can be useful when its typing, abilities and moves fit the team.

    Is Murkrow in Pokemon Legends Z-A?

    Location data not yet available.

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