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Silicobra is a Ground-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8. This guide covers Silicobra’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution into Sandaconda, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and current Pokemon game availability.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: June 2026 | Page Status: This Silicobra 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.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Silicobra is a Ground-type Pokemon known for storing sand in its neck pouch and spraying it from its nostrils. It evolves into Sandaconda and is commonly associated with desert routes, sandstorm areas and Ground-type utility moves.
Competitive Overview
Silicobra is usually more useful in early-game, Little Cup or lower-power formats than in standard competitive play. Its Ground typing, defensive utility and access to sand-related tools can give it a clear support role when the format allows it.
Silicobra’s strengths include Ground-type STAB, Sand Spit, Shed Skin and useful disruption moves such as Glare or Stealth Rock. Its biggest limitations are modest overall stats, Water, Grass and Ice weaknesses and competition from stronger evolved Ground-type Pokemon.
Here are the key facts to know about Silicobra, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Silicobra
National Dex
#0843
Type
Ground
Species
Sand Snake Pokemon
Height
7’03” / 2.2 m
220 cm
Weight
16.8 lbs / 7.6 kg
7.6 kg
Abilities
Sand Spit, Shed Skin, Sand Veil
Silicobra has modest overall stats with a focus on Defense. It is usually valued more for utility, typing and evolution potential than raw offensive power.
Silicobra can use Ground, Rock, Normal and utility moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Silicobra’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A powerful Ground-type attack and one of Silicobra’s strongest general damage options.
A Ground-type move that lets Silicobra attack while briefly avoiding many direct attacks.
A trapping Ground-type move that fits Silicobra’s sand-based theme and can chip opponents over time.
A Ground-type attack that lowers Speed, helping Silicobra and its teammates control turns.
A useful Rock-type coverage move against Flying, Bug, Fire and Ice-type Pokemon.
A high-power Rock-type coverage move that can threaten Flying and Ice-type Pokemon.
A status move that can paralyze targets and give Silicobra important disruption value.
An entry hazard that damages opposing Pokemon when they switch in.
Silicobra can learn Ground, Rock, Normal, Poison, Dragon and utility moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Silicobra’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Silicobra is a Ground-type Pokemon. This gives it an Electric immunity and useful resistances to Poison and Rock-type moves, but it is weak to Water, Grass and Ice-type attacks.
Type
Ground
Weaknesses
Water, Grass and Ice
Resistances
Poison and Rock
Immunity
Electric
Silicobra’s abilities support sand-based play, status recovery and weather evasion depending on the game and format.
Creates a sandstorm after Silicobra is hit by an attack, helping activate sand-based strategies and chip damage.
May cure Silicobra of status conditions at the end of a turn, helping it recover from burns, poison, paralysis or sleep.
Raises evasion during a sandstorm. This is Silicobra’s hidden ability and depends on sand being active.
Silicobra evolves into Sandaconda starting at Level 36. The full Silicobra evolution line is Silicobra and Sandaconda.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Silicobra at Level 36
Silicobra’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is commonly found in sandy or desert areas when available, and it evolves into Sandaconda starting at Level 36.
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Silicobra had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 6, Challenge Road, Forest of Focus, Potbottom Desert and Training Lowlands. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 6, Challenge Road, Forest of Focus, Potbottom Desert and Training Lowlands. |
 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 Silicobra |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Asado Desert, East Province Area Three and West Province Area Two. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Asado Desert, East Province Area Three and West Province Area Two. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Silicobra |
|---|---|
 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 Silicobra. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Silicobra is a Ground-type Pokemon.
Silicobra is weak to Water, Grass and Ice-type moves.
Silicobra evolves into Sandaconda starting at Level 36.
Silicobra’s abilities are Sand Spit, Shed Skin and Sand Veil. Sand Veil is its hidden ability.
Silicobra’s best moves often include Earthquake, Dig, Sand Tomb, Bulldoze, Rock Slide, Stone Edge, Glare and Stealth Rock.
Silicobra can be useful in early-game or limited formats, but its evolved form Sandaconda is usually stronger for standard battles.
Silicobra is commonly found in Route 6 in Pokemon Sword and Shield and in desert areas such as Asado Desert in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
No, Silicobra does not have a Gigantamax form. Its evolution Sandaconda has a Gigantamax form in Pokemon Sword and Shield.
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