Pokemon Guide
Spinarak is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon from the Johto region, known for its spider-like body, web attacks and evolution into Ariados. This guide covers Spinarak’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and general competitive overview.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Spinarak 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 |
Spinarak is a small Bug and Poison-type Pokemon from Johto. It is known for spinning webs, waiting patiently for prey and evolving into Ariados.
Competitive Overview
Spinarak is usually an early-game or Little Cup style Pokemon rather than a major competitive threat. Its best value comes from Bug and Poison-type utility, status moves and sticky web-style support in games where those options are available.
Spinarak’s biggest strengths are moves such as Poison Jab, Leech Life, Bug Bite, Shadow Sneak, Sucker Punch and Toxic Spikes. Its biggest issues are low base stats, limited Speed and weaknesses to Fire, Flying, Psychic and Rock-type moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Spinarak, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Spinarak
National Dex
#0167
Type
Bug / Poison
Species
String Spit Pokemon
Height
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
Weight
18.7 lbs / 8.5 kg
8.5 kg
Abilities
Torrent, Flash Water
Spinarak has low early-stage stats with a stronger Attack stat than its other offensive options. It is usually most useful before evolving into Ariados or for utility-focused play.
Spinarak’s best moves usually focus on Bug and Poison-type damage, priority and hazard support. These are some of Spinarak’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable physical Poison-type attack with a chance to poison the target.
A Bug-type attack that restores HP based on the damage dealt.
A simple physical Bug-type attack that fits Spinarak’s early-game role.
A priority Ghost-type move that helps Spinarak move first against weakened targets.
A priority Dark-type move that can punish attacking opponents when available.
A hazard move that can poison opposing Pokemon when they switch in.
A setup move that sharply raises Speed when available.
A team support hazard that lowers the Speed of grounded opposing Pokemon when available.
Spinarak can learn Bug, Poison, Ghost, Dark, Psychic and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Spinarak’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Spinarak is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Poison, Bug, Fairy, Grass and Fighting-type moves, but leaves it weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic and Rock-type moves.
Type
Bug / Poison
Weaknesses
Fire, Flying, Psychic and Rock
Resistances
Poison, Bug, Grass and Fighting
Immunity
None
Spinarak’s abilities can boost Bug-type moves at low HP, prevent sleep or increase the damage of critical hits when its hidden ability is available.
Powers up Bug-type moves when Spinarak is low on HP.
Prevents Spinarak from falling asleep.
Increases the damage dealt by critical hits when this hidden ability is available.
Spinarak evolves into Ariados. The full Spinarak evolution line is Spinarak and Ariados.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Spinarak at Level 22
Spinarak’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Spinarak is found on early routes at night, in forests or through transfer.
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon WaterRed |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Found on early routes at night in supported Johto-era games. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade or transfer 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 Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer when supported. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer when supported. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Evolves from Spinarak at Level 14. Can also appear as a wild Pokemon in 3-Star Hyperspace Wild Zones. |
| Game | Where to Find Spinarak |
|---|---|
 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 Spinarak. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Spinarak is a Bug and Poison-type Pokemon.
Spinarak is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic and Rock-type moves.
Spinarak evolves into Ariados at Level 22.
Spinarak’s abilities are Swarm, Insomnia and Sniper.
Spinarak’s best moves often include Poison Jab, Leech Life, Bug Bite, Shadow Sneak, Sucker Punch, Toxic Spikes, Agility and Sticky Web.
Spinarak is usually best for early-game play, utility and collection before evolving into Ariados.
The most common way to get Spinarak is to catch it on early routes at night in games where it is available, or transfer it from another supported game.
Yes. Spinarak is listed as appearing in Wild Zone 4 in Pokemon Legends Z-A.
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