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Pineco is a Bug-type Pokemon known for hanging from trees, using defensive tactics and evolving into the Bug and Steel-type Forretress. This guide covers Pineco’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions information.
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Pineco guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| FAQ |
Pineco is a Bug-type Pokemon known for hanging from trees, using defensive tactics and evolving into the Bug and Steel-type Forretress.
Competitive Overview
Pineco is usually a niche Little Cup or early-game utility Pokemon. Its main value comes from entry hazards, Sturdy and defensive support, while Forretress is usually the stronger competitive form.
Pineco
#0204
Bug
Bagworm Pokemon
2’00” / 0.6 m
15.9 lbs / 7.2 kg
Sturdy, Overcoat
Use the stats shortcode below to view Pineco’s current stat spread.
Spikes is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Toxic Spikes is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Stealth Rock is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Rapid Spin is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Explosion is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Gyro Ball is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Bug Bite is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Protect is one of Pineco’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Use the section below to view Pineco’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Bug
Fire, Flying, Rock
Grass, Fighting, Ground
None
Sturdy gives Pineco additional value depending on the game, format and matchup.
Overcoat gives Pineco additional value depending on the game, format and matchup.
This section shows the main Pineco evolution line.
Starting form
Evolves from Pineco at Level 31
Pineco’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for generation-based location guidance.
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Usually found in forests, trees, headbutt trees or similar encounter areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. Not available in Let’s Go unless stated otherwise. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or transfer depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Location data not yet available for Pokemon Legends Z-A. Check Scarlet and Violet encounter data or transfer support where available. |
| Game | Where to Find Pineco |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Pineco. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Pineco is a Bug-type Pokemon.
Pineco is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves.
Pineco’s abilities are Sturdy, Overcoat.
Evolves from Pineco at Level 31
Pineco’s best moves often include Spikes, Toxic Spikes, Stealth Rock, Rapid Spin, Explosion, Gyro Ball, Bug Bite, Protect.
Pineco is usually a niche Little Cup or early-game utility Pokemon. Its main value comes from entry hazards, Sturdy and defensive support, while Forretress is usually the stronger competitive form.
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