Pokemon Guide
Vullaby is a Dark / Flying-type Pokemon. This guide covers Vullaby’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Vullaby 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 | Abilities |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Vullaby is a Dark / Flying-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 5. It is known for its bone-themed design, defensive utility and evolution into Mandibuzz.
Competitive Overview
Vullaby can be useful in formats that value bulk, item disruption and support moves. Its typing gives it key immunities and it can develop into Mandibuzz for stronger defensive play.
Its best role depends on the current game, ruleset, available moves and team support.
Here are the key facts to know about Vullaby, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Vullaby
National Dex
#0629
Type
Dark / Flying
Species
Diapered Pokemon
Height
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
Weight
19.8 lbs / 9.0 kg
9 kg
Abilities
Big Pecks, Overcoat, Weak Armor
Vullaby’s stats shape how it performs across Pokemon games. Use the stat chart below to view its base stat spread.
Vullaby can use several useful moves depending on the game, format and available move tutor or TM options.
Uses the target’s Attack stat against it, making it useful into physical attackers.
A powerful Flying-type attack for direct damage.
Removes the target’s item in games where available.
A special Flying-type move with flinch potential.
A reliable special Dark-type attack.
Restores HP and helps Vullaby stay on the field.
Boosts Special Attack for more offensive sets.
Can remove entry hazards in games where available.
Use the section below to view Vullaby’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Vullaby is a Dark / Flying-type Pokemon. Its typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities across Pokemon battles.
Type
Dark / Flying
Weaknesses
Electric, Rock, Ice, Fairy
Resistances
Ghost, Grass, Dark
Immunity
Ground, Psychic
Vullaby’s abilities can affect its role across different Pokemon games and battle formats.
Big Pecks is one of Vullaby’s abilities and can change how it performs depending on the game, battle format and available ability slot.
Overcoat is one of Vullaby’s abilities and can change how it performs depending on the game, battle format and available ability slot.
Weak Armor is one of Vullaby’s abilities and can change how it performs depending on the game, battle format and available ability slot.
Vullaby’s evolution details depend on its evolution line and current game rules.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Vullaby at Level 54
Vullaby availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Vullaby is version-exclusive or obtained through breeding Mandibuzz.
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Route 10 and Victory Road. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Route 4. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Breed Mandibuzz or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Breed Mandibuzz or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Route 3. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Route 3. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 8, Stony Wilderness, Dusty Bowl and Max Raid Battles. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Location data varies by current game and transfer rules. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Location data varies by current game and transfer rules. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 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 Vullaby. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Vullaby is a Dark / Flying-type Pokemon.
Vullaby is weak to Electric, Rock, Ice, Fairy-type moves.
Vullaby is the starting form in its evolution line.
Vullaby’s abilities are Big Pecks, Overcoat, Weak Armor.
Vullaby’s best moves often include Foul Play, Brave Bird, Knock Off, Air Slash, Dark Pulse.
Vullaby can be useful depending on the game, team role and battle format.
Vullaby availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Vullaby is version-exclusive or obtained through breeding Mandibuzz.
No, Vullaby does not have a confirmed official Mega Evolution.
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