Pokemon Guide
Skorupi is a Poison and Bug-type Pokemon known for scorpion claws and evolution into Drapion.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Skorupi 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 |
| FAQ |
Skorupi evolves into Drapion at Level 40, changing from Poison/Bug to Poison/Dark.
Competitive Overview
Skorupi can be useful in limited formats with Toxic Spikes, Knock Off and defensive utility.
Its biggest strengths are utility and evolution potential, while its biggest issue is modest offensive pressure before evolving.
Here are the key facts to know about Skorupi, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Skorupi
National Dex
#0451
Type
Poison / Bug
Species
Scorpion Pokemon
Height
2’07” / 0.8 m
Weight
26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg
Abilities
Battle Armor, Sniper, Keen Eye
Skorupi has solid Defense and balanced early-stage stats.
Skorupi uses Poison, Bug, Dark, Water and setup moves across Pokemon games.
Reliable Poison-type physical damage.
Poison-type damage with increased critical-hit chance.
Bug-type damage with Berry interaction in some games.
Reliable Bug-type physical damage.
Dark-type utility that removes held items when available.
Sets Poison-type entry hazards in supported games.
Water-type coverage when available.
Boosts Attack for physical sets.
Skorupi can learn a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game. Use the section below to view Skorupi’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Skorupi is a Poison / Bug-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass and Fairy-type moves, but leaves it weak to Flying, Rock, Fire and Psychic-type attacks.
Type
Poison, Bug
Weaknesses
Flying, Rock, Fire, Psychic
Resistances
Fighting, Poison, Bug, Grass, Fairy
Immunity
None
Skorupi’s abilities prevent critical hits, boost critical-hit damage or prevent accuracy drops.
Prevents critical hits.
Boosts critical-hit damage.
Prevents accuracy from being lowered.
Skorupi evolves into Drapion at Level 40.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves at Level 40
Skorupi’s availability changes by game. It is often found in marshes, caves or dry rocky areas.
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Blue | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Silver | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Great Marsh. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Great Marsh. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Great Marsh. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon White | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Y | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Moon | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Catch in marshes, deserts, caves or rough terrain depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Ginkgo Landing, Castaway Shore and Celestica Ruins areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Asado Desert and rocky areas. |
| Pokemon Violet | Asado Desert and rocky areas. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Skorupi |
|---|---|
| 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 Skorupi. This FAQ is visible on-page content only.
Skorupi is Poison and Bug-type.
Skorupi evolves into Drapion at Level 40.
Drapion is Poison and Dark-type.
Current location data for Skorupi in Pokemon Legends Z-A is not yet available.
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