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Nidorina is a Poison-type Pokemon known for its sturdy body, protective nature and evolution from Nidoran Female. This guide covers Nidorina’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and general Pokemon game information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Nidorina 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 |
Nidorina is the middle evolution of Nidoran Female and the pre-evolution of Nidoqueen. It is a Poison-type Pokemon with protective instincts, useful support options and access to a wide range of coverage moves across the series.
Competitive Overview
Nidorina is usually more useful during story progression than in high-level competitive formats. It can provide Poison-type utility, status pressure and team support, but it is generally outclassed by its final evolution, Nidoqueen.
Nidorina’s best value comes from evolving from Nidoran Female early, using Poison-type attacks and eventually evolving into Nidoqueen with a Moon Stone when the player is ready for the stronger final form.
Here are the key facts to know about Nidorina, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Nidorina
National Dex
#0030
Type
Poison
Species
Poison Pin Pokemon
Height
2’07” / 0.8 m
80 cm
Weight
44.1 lbs / 20.0 kg
20 kg
Abilities
Poison Point, Rivalry, Hustle
Nidorina has balanced middle-stage stats, with enough bulk for story progression but less overall power than Nidoqueen. Its stats make it a bridge between Nidoran Female and the stronger final evolution.
Nidorina can use Poison-type attacks, status moves and helpful coverage depending on the game. These are some of Nidorina’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable physical Poison-type attack that uses Nidorina’s typing for steady damage.
A strong special Poison-type move that can pressure Fairy and Grass-type Pokemon.
A classic status move that helps Nidorina wear down bulky opponents over time.
A useful hazard option in games where Nidorina can set poison pressure for the team.
Helpful Dark-type coverage against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon.
An early Dark-type coverage move that can help during story playthroughs.
A dependable Normal-type attack with a chance to paralyze the target in many games.
A doubles support move that lets Nidorina boost an ally’s damage during team battles.
Nidorina can learn Poison, Normal, Dark and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Nidorina’s move list by learn method.
Move data is not available for this version group yet.
Nidorina is a Poison-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass and Fairy-type moves, while leaving it weak to Ground and Psychic-type attacks.
Type
Poison
Weaknesses
Ground and Psychic
Resistances
Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass and Fairy
Immunity
None
Nidorina’s abilities focus on contact punishment, matchup-based damage and extra power at the cost of accuracy.
May poison an attacker that makes contact with Nidorina, giving it a chance to punish physical attacks.
Changes Nidorina’s damage depending on the target’s gender. This can be useful or risky depending on the matchup.
Raises physical attack power but lowers accuracy. This can make Nidorina hit harder, but it also makes attacks less reliable.
Nidorina evolves from Nidoran Female at Level 16 and evolves into Nidoqueen when exposed to a Moon Stone.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Nidoran Female at Level 16
Stage 3
Evolves from Nidorina with a Moon Stone
Nidorina’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, the most reliable way to get Nidorina is to catch or receive Nidoran Female and evolve it at Level 16.
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16. Nidorina can also be encountered in select Kanto areas such as the Safari Zone depending on version. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16. Nidorina can also be encountered in select Kanto areas such as the Safari Zone depending on version. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 or catch Nidorina in select Kanto routes depending on progression. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16, trade from another compatible game or use Time Capsule support. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16, trade from another compatible game or use Time Capsule support. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16, trade from another compatible game or use Time Capsule support. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 or catch Nidorina in select Kanto areas such as the Safari Zone. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 or catch Nidorina in select Kanto areas such as the Safari Zone. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Use Poke Radar or another supported encounter method for Nidoran Female, then evolve at Level 16. Trade from another compatible game when needed. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Use Poke Radar or another supported encounter method for Nidoran Female, then evolve at Level 16. Trade from another compatible game when needed. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Use Poke Radar or another supported encounter method for Nidoran Female, then evolve at Level 16. Trade from another compatible game when needed. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16, catch in select Johto or Kanto areas when available, or trade from another compatible game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16, catch in select Johto or Kanto areas when available, or trade from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Transfer from a previous generation or trade from another compatible game. |
 Pokemon White |
Transfer from a previous generation or trade from another compatible game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Transfer from a previous generation or trade from another compatible game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Transfer from a previous generation or trade from another compatible game. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 after catching or receiving it, or trade from another compatible game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 after catching or receiving it, or trade from another compatible game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game when supported. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game when supported. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Transfer through Pokemon Bank or trade from another compatible game when supported. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Transfer through Pokemon Bank or trade from another compatible game when supported. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Transfer through Pokemon Bank or trade from another compatible game when supported. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Transfer through Pokemon Bank or trade from another compatible game when supported. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 or catch Nidorina in select Kanto locations. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16 or catch Nidorina in select Kanto locations. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Found in Giant’s Bed in The Crown Tundra, or evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Found in Giant’s Bed in The Crown Tundra, or evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Found through Poke Radar on Route 221 or Valor Lakefront, found in the Grand Underground after National Pokedex progression, or evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Found through Poke Radar on Route 221 or Valor Lakefront, found in the Grand Underground after National Pokedex progression, or evolve Nidoran Female at Level 16. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer when supported. Not available as a standard wild encounter in the base game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer when supported. Not available as a standard wild encounter in the base game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game based on currently checked Wild Zone and location lists. |
| Game | Where to Find Nidorina |
|---|---|
 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 Nidorina. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Nidorina is a Poison-type Pokemon.
Nidorina is weak to Ground and Psychic-type moves.
Nidorina evolves from Nidoran Female at Level 16.
Nidorina evolves into Nidoqueen when exposed to a Moon Stone.
Nidorina’s abilities are Poison Point, Rivalry and Hustle.
Nidorina’s best moves often include Poison Jab, Sludge Bomb, Toxic, Toxic Spikes, Crunch, Bite, Body Slam and Helping Hand.
Nidorina is useful during story progression, but it is usually stronger after evolving into Nidoqueen.
Nidorina was not found in the checked Pokemon Legends Z-A Wild Zone and location lists, so this page lists it as not available until official transfer or location information changes.
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