Pokemon Guide
Scolipede is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon from the Venipede evolution line. This guide covers Scolipede’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games, including Mega Scolipede.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Mega Evolution
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Scolipede 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 |
Scolipede is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 5. It is the final evolution of Venipede and Whirlipede, known for its speed, poisonous attacks and aggressive physical offense.
Competitive Overview
Scolipede can be a dangerous competitive Pokemon thanks to its Speed, physical attacking options, Poison-type pressure and Speed Boost when available. It can work as a fast attacker, setup sweeper or utility option depending on the game and format.
Scolipede’s biggest strengths are its Speed, Poison Jab pressure, Megahorn damage and access to setup or support moves. Its biggest issues are weaknesses to Flying, Rock, Fire and Psychic-type attacks and the need to avoid heavy damage before it can build momentum.
Here are the key facts to know about Scolipede, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Scolipede
National Dex
#0545
Type
Bug / Poison
Species
Megapede Pokemon
Height
8’02” / 2.5 m
250 cm
Weight
442.0 lbs / 200.5 kg
200.5 kg
Abilities
Poison Point, Swarm, Speed Boost
Scolipede has high Speed and solid Attack, making it the offensive payoff of the Venipede line. Its typing and movepool let it pressure Fairy, Grass, Psychic and Dark-type Pokemon while using coverage and support moves.
Scolipede has a strong movepool with Bug, Poison, Ground, Rock and utility options. These are some of Scolipede’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A powerful Bug-type physical attack and one of Scolipede’s strongest same-type moves.
A reliable Poison-type physical attack that helps Scolipede pressure Fairy and Grass-type Pokemon.
A strong Ground-type coverage move that helps Scolipede hit Steel, Fire, Rock and Poison-type Pokemon.
Coverage that helps Scolipede hit Flying and Fire-type Pokemon that threaten it.
Boosts Scolipede’s Attack and can help it sweep weakened teams.
A support move that can poison opposing Pokemon when they switch in.
Can help Scolipede scout opponents or gain value with Speed Boost when available.
A Speed-boosting move that helps Scolipede outspeed more threats in some games.
Scolipede can learn Bug, Poison, Normal and coverage moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Scolipede’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Scolipede is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass and Fairy-type moves, but weaknesses to Flying, Rock, Fire and Psychic-type attacks.
Type
Bug / Poison
Weaknesses
Flying, Rock, Fire and Psychic
Resistances
Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass and Fairy
Immunity
None
Scolipede’s abilities support poison pressure, Bug-type offense and speed-based strategies depending on the game and format.
May poison an opposing Pokemon that makes contact with Scolipede. This can punish physical attackers and create extra pressure over time.
Powers up Bug-type moves when Scolipede is low on HP. This can make Bug-type attacks more dangerous late in a battle.
Raises Speed at the end of each turn when available as a hidden ability. This can help the Venipede line build momentum over time.
Scolipede is part of the Venipede evolution line. Venipede evolves into Whirlipede at Level 22, and Whirlipede evolves into Scolipede at Level 30.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Venipede at Level 22
Stage 3
Evolves from Whirlipede at Level 30
Scolipede’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Scolipede is obtained by catching a member of the Venipede line or evolving through Venipede, Whirlipede and Scolipede.
| Game | Where to Find Scolipede |
|---|---|
 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 Scolipede |
|---|---|
 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 Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Pinwheel Forest or evolve Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Pinwheel Forest or evolve Whirlipede. |
| Game | Where to Find Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 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 Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Evolve Venipede or Whirlipede. |
 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 Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Wild Zone 15 and the Venipede evolution line. Scolipede can also Mega Evolve with Scolipite. |
| Game | Where to Find Scolipede |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Scolipede is Scolipede’s Mega Evolution. It keeps Scolipede’s Bug and Poison typing while giving the Venipede line a major modern alternate form to track for Pokemon Legends Z-A and future Pokemon coverage.
Category
Megapede Pokemon
Type
Bug / Poison
Base Pokemon
Scolipede
Mega Stone
Scolipite
Mega Scolipede gives Scolipede a major alternate form and is important for current Pokemon Legends Z-A coverage. Availability and competitive details can be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Scolipede. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Scolipede is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon.
Scolipede is weak to Flying, Rock, Fire and Psychic-type moves.
Venipede evolves into Whirlipede at Level 22, and Whirlipede evolves into Scolipede at Level 30.
Scolipede’s abilities are Poison Point, Swarm and Speed Boost as its hidden ability.
Scolipede’s best moves often include Megahorn, Poison Jab, Earthquake, Rock Slide, Swords Dance, Toxic Spikes, Protect and Agility.
Scolipede can be useful depending on the game and format, especially when taking advantage of its Bug and Poison typing, abilities and evolution line.
The most common way to get Scolipede is to evolve Whirlipede at Level 30 after evolving Venipede into Whirlipede at Level 22.
Yes, Mega Scolipede is included on this page because it is a major form for current Pokemon coverage.
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