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Sandaconda is a Ground-type Pokemon known for its coiled sand snake design, strong Defense, useful Ground-type attacks, Sand Spit ability and evolution from Silicobra. This guide covers Sandaconda’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Gigantamax Sandaconda information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Gigantamax Form
Last Updated: June 2026 | Page Status: This Sandaconda 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.
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Sandaconda is the evolved form of Silicobra. It is a Ground-type Pokemon with a coiled body, a large sand pouch and a defensive battle style that can support teams with sand, disruption and strong Ground-type attacks.
Competitive Overview
Sandaconda can be useful in competitive formats that value physical bulk, Ground-type pressure and sand support. Its high Defense lets it take many physical hits while using moves such as Earthquake, Stealth Rock, Glare and Coil.
Sandaconda’s biggest strengths are its Defense, Electric immunity and utility options. Its main issues are its modest Speed and weaknesses to Water, Grass and Ice-type attacks.
Here are the key facts to know about Sandaconda, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Sandaconda
National Dex
#0844
Type
Ground
Species
Sand Snake Pokemon
Height
12’06” / 3.8 m
380 cm
Weight
144.4 lbs / 65.5 kg
65.5 kg
Abilities
Sand Spit, Shed Skin, Sand Veil
Sandaconda has high Defense and solid Attack, making it a bulky physical Pokemon that can pressure opponents with Ground and Rock-type moves while taking physical hits well.
Sandaconda uses Ground-type attacks, Rock coverage and utility moves to pressure opponents. These are some of Sandaconda’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Ground-type attack that gives Sandaconda strong same-type damage.
A strong Ground-type option that works well in formats where Earthquake can be risky.
A powerful Rock-type coverage move for Flying, Bug, Fire and Ice-type Pokemon.
A useful Rock-type attack that can pressure multiple targets in some battle formats.
A valuable entry hazard that damages opposing Pokemon when they switch in.
A disruption move that can paralyze many targets and help Sandaconda control Speed.
A setup move that boosts Attack, Defense and accuracy for longer battles.
A Fighting-type move that works well with Sandaconda’s high Defense.
Sandaconda can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Sandaconda’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Sandaconda is a Ground-type Pokemon. This gives it an Electric immunity and useful resistances, but it must watch out for Water, Grass and Ice-type moves.
Type
Ground
Weaknesses
Water, Grass and Ice
Resistances
Poison and Rock
Immunity
Electric
Sandaconda’s abilities support sand-based play, status recovery and evasion in sand depending on the game and format.
Creates a sandstorm when Sandaconda is hit by an attack. This can support sand teams and chip opposing Pokemon.
Gives Sandaconda a chance to heal status conditions at the end of a turn.
Raises Sandaconda’s evasiveness during a sandstorm when this hidden ability is available.
Sandaconda evolves from Silicobra. The full Sandaconda evolution line is Silicobra and Sandaconda.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Silicobra at Level 36
Sandaconda’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Sandaconda is obtained by catching Sandaconda directly or by evolving Silicobra at Level 36.
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Sandaconda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Found in the Wild Area and Isle of Armor areas such as Dusty Bowl, Lake of Outrage, Giant’s Mirror and Forest of Focus. Can also evolve Silicobra at Level 36. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Found in the Wild Area and Isle of Armor areas such as Dusty Bowl, Lake of Outrage, Giant’s Mirror and Forest of Focus. Can also evolve Silicobra at Level 36. |
 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 Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in Asado Desert. Can also evolve Silicobra at Level 36. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Found in Asado Desert. Can also evolve Silicobra at Level 36. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandaconda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Gigantamax Sandaconda is Sandaconda’s Gigantamax form from Pokemon Sword and Shield. It keeps Sandaconda’s Ground typing while gaining a massive sand tornado design.
Category
Sand Snake Pokemon
Type
Ground
Height
72’02″+
Signature Move
G-Max Sandblast
Gigantamax Sandaconda can use G-Max Sandblast, a Ground-type G-Max move that damages opponents over multiple turns. This form is most relevant to Pokemon Sword and Shield coverage.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Sandaconda. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Sandaconda is a Ground-type Pokemon.
Sandaconda is weak to Water, Grass and Ice-type moves.
Sandaconda evolves from Silicobra at Level 36.
Sandaconda’s abilities are Sand Spit, Shed Skin, Sand Veil.
Sandaconda’s best moves often include Earthquake, High Horsepower, Stone Edge, Rock Slide, Stealth Rock, Glare, Coil and Body Press.
Yes, Sandaconda can be useful because of its high Defense, Ground typing, Electric immunity and support moves.
The most common way to get Sandaconda is to evolve Silicobra at Level 36 or catch Sandaconda directly in games where it appears.
Yes, Sandaconda has a Gigantamax form in Pokemon Sword and Shield.
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