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Tirtouga is a Water and Rock-type fossil Pokemon introduced in Generation 5, known for being restored from the Cover Fossil and evolving into Carracosta. This guide covers Tirtouga stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Tirtouga 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 |
Tirtouga is a fossil Pokemon restored from the Cover Fossil. It is a Water and Rock-type Pokemon known for strong Defense, useful abilities and an evolution line that leads to Carracosta.
Competitive Overview
Tirtouga can be useful in some competitive formats because of Shell Smash, strong Defense and abilities such as Sturdy and Solid Rock. It can become dangerous if it gets a safe setup turn.
Tirtouga’s biggest strengths are Shell Smash, Aqua Jet and Rock-type coverage. Its biggest issue is its major Grass weakness, along with low Speed before setup.
Here are the key facts to know about Tirtouga, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Tirtouga
National Dex
#0564
Type
Water / Rock
Species
Prototurtle Pokemon
Height
2’04” / 0.7 m
70 cm
Weight
36.4 lbs / 16.5 kg
16.5 kg
Abilities
Solid Rock, Sturdy, Swift Swim
Tirtouga has strong Defense and solid Attack for an unevolved fossil Pokemon, but its Speed is low. It often relies on bulk, priority or Shell Smash to create offensive pressure.
Tirtouga uses Water, Rock, Ground and setup moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Tirtouga’s most useful and recognizable moves.
Tirtouga’s best setup move, sharply boosting offensive stats and Speed while lowering defenses.
A priority Water-type attack that helps Tirtouga finish weakened opponents.
A reliable physical Water-type attack for many Tirtouga and Carracosta sets.
A strong Water-type attack that can lower the target’s Defense in games where it is available.
A useful Rock-type attack with solid accuracy and flinch potential.
A high-power Rock-type move that gives Tirtouga stronger damage potential.
A strong physical Water-type option across several games.
Coverage that helps Tirtouga hit Steel, Rock, Electric and Fire-type Pokemon.
Tirtouga can learn Water, Rock, Ground, Normal and coverage moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Tirtouga’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Tirtouga is a Water and Rock-type Pokemon. This gives it several useful resistances, but it also creates a major weakness to Grass-type moves.
Type
Water / Rock
Weaknesses
Grass, Electric, Fighting and Ground
Resistances
Normal, Flying, Poison, Fire and Ice
Immunity
None
Tirtouga’s abilities help it survive strong hits, reduce super effective damage or support rain-based teams.
Reduces the power of super effective attacks that hit Tirtouga.
Lets Tirtouga survive a hit from full HP that would otherwise knock it out in many games.
Hidden Ability. Doubles Tirtouga’s Speed in rain when available.
Tirtouga evolves into Carracosta at Level 37. The full Tirtouga evolution line is Tirtouga and Carracosta.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Tirtouga at Level 37
Tirtouga’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Tirtouga is restored from the Cover Fossil, while later games may use wild encounters, transfer or no availability.
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Tirtouga had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Nacrene City. |
 Pokemon White |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Nacrene City. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Nacrene City. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Nacrene City. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Ambrette Town. |
 Pokemon Y |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Ambrette Town. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Rustboro City. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Restore the Cover Fossil at Rustboro City. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Route 8 through fossil restoration. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Route 8 through fossil restoration. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Route 8 through fossil restoration. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Route 8 through fossil restoration. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Frigid Sea in The Crown Tundra. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Frigid Sea in The Crown Tundra. |
 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 Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Tirtouga |
|---|---|
 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 Tirtouga. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Tirtouga is a Water and Rock-type Pokemon.
Tirtouga is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting and Ground-type moves. Grass is especially dangerous because Tirtouga has a major weakness to it.
Tirtouga evolves into Carracosta at Level 37.
Tirtouga’s abilities are Solid Rock, Sturdy and Swift Swim as its Hidden Ability.
Tirtouga’s best moves often include Shell Smash, Aqua Jet, Waterfall, Liquidation, Rock Slide, Stone Edge, Aqua Tail and Earthquake.
Tirtouga can be useful because of Shell Smash, Sturdy, Solid Rock and strong physical coverage, but it needs support because of its low Speed and major Grass weakness.
Tirtouga is commonly obtained by restoring the Cover Fossil in games where fossil restoration is available.
Tirtouga does not have a major alternate form.
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