Pokemon Guide
Swadloon is a Bug and Grass-type Pokemon known for evolving from Sewaddle and later evolving into Leavanny through high friendship. This guide covers Swadloon’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Swadloon 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 |
Swadloon is the middle stage of the Sewaddle evolution line. It is a Bug and Grass-type Pokemon wrapped in leaves and evolves into Leavanny when leveled up with high friendship.
Competitive Overview
Swadloon is usually a transitional Pokemon rather than a major competitive option. It has better defenses than Sewaddle, but it is still usually used as a step toward Leavanny.
Swadloon’s main drawbacks are its limited offensive stats and several weaknesses, including major Fire and Flying weaknesses. Its best value usually comes from reaching Leavanny through friendship evolution.
Here are the key facts to know about Swadloon, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Swadloon
National Dex
#0541
Type
Bug / Grass
Species
Leaf-Wrapped Pokemon
Height
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
Weight
16.1 lbs / 7.3 kg
7.3 kg
Abilities
Leaf Guard, Chlorophyll, Overcoat
Swadloon has improved defenses compared to Sewaddle, but its offensive stats and Speed remain limited before it evolves into Leavanny.
Swadloon can use Bug, Grass and support moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Swadloon’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A useful Bug-type move that provides consistent same-type damage.
A Grass-type move that gives Swadloon reliable coverage against Water, Ground and Rock-type Pokemon.
A Bug-type attack that can lower the target’s Special Attack.
A sleep-inducing move in games where Swadloon can use it.
A useful defensive move for scouting attacks and gaining extra turns.
A stronger Bug-type special attack when available.
A reliable Grass-type special move when available through TMs.
Can help Swadloon survive a hit and set up low-HP situations.
Swadloon can learn Bug, Grass, Normal and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Swadloon’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Swadloon is a Bug and Grass-type Pokemon. This gives it useful Water, Electric, Fighting, Ground and Grass resistances, but it also has major weaknesses to Fire and Flying-type moves.
Type
Bug / Grass
Weaknesses
Fire, Flying, Poison, Rock, Bug, Ice
Resistances
Water, Electric, Fighting, Ground, Grass
Immunity
None
None
Swadloon’s abilities support sun teams, Speed control and defensive utility against powder and weather.
Prevents status conditions in harsh sunlight, which can help Swadloon avoid disruption on sun teams.
Doubles Speed in harsh sunlight, improving Swadloon’s low Speed when sun is active.
Protects Swadloon from powder moves and weather damage, giving it useful defensive value in some formats.
Swadloon evolves from Sewaddle at Level 20 and evolves into Leavanny when leveled up with high friendship. The full Swadloon evolution line is Sewaddle, Swadloon and Leavanny.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Sewaddle at Level 20
Stage 3
Evolves from Swadloon when leveled up with high friendship
Swadloon’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Swadloon is found in forest areas or obtained by evolving Sewaddle at Level 20.
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Swadloon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Route 6, Lostlorn Forest and Pinwheel Forest. |
 Pokemon White |
Route 6, Lostlorn Forest and Pinwheel Forest. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Route 6, Lostlorn Forest and Pinwheel Forest. Swadloon can also be obtained by evolving Sewaddle at Level 20. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Route 6, Lostlorn Forest and Pinwheel Forest. Swadloon can also be obtained by evolving Sewaddle at Level 20. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 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 Swadloon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20 in The Teal Mask DLC. Swadloon may also appear in Kitakami depending on encounter data and updates. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Evolve Sewaddle at Level 20 in The Teal Mask DLC. Swadloon may also appear in Kitakami depending on encounter data and updates. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Swadloon |
|---|---|
 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 Swadloon. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Swadloon is a Bug and Grass-type Pokemon.
Swadloon is weak to Fire, Flying, Poison, Rock, Bug and Ice-type moves. Fire and Flying are especially dangerous.
Swadloon evolves from Sewaddle at Level 20 and evolves into Leavanny with high friendship.
Swadloon’s abilities are Leaf Guard, Chlorophyll and Overcoat.
Swadloon’s best moves often include Bug Bite, Razor Leaf, Struggle Bug, Grass Whistle, Protect, Bug Buzz, Energy Ball and Endure.
Swadloon is mostly a middle-stage Pokemon, but it can be useful while preparing to evolve into Leavanny.
The most common way to get Swadloon is to evolve Sewaddle at Level 20, though it can also be found directly in some games.
No. Swadloon does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form.
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