Mothim
Mothim is a Bug/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4.
Additional artwork
Pokédex data
| National № | 0414 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug Flying |
| Species | Moth Pokémon |
| Height | 0.9 m (2′11″) |
| Weight | 23.3 kg (51.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Swarm Tinted Lens (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0047 (Diamond/Pearl) 0047 (Platinum) 0046 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 0047 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0045 (Legends: Arceus) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Attack, 1 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 148 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 100% male, 0% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 94 | 173 | 315 | |
| Defense | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Sp. Atk | 94 | 173 | 315 | |
| Sp. Def | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Speed | 66 | 123 | 254 | |
| Total | 424 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Mothim changes
- In Generation 4, Mothim has a base experience yield of 159.
- In Generations 4-7, Mothim has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Diamond | It loves the honey of flowers and steals honey collected by COMBEE. |
|---|---|
| Pearl | It does not keep a nest. It flies over fields and mountains in constant search of floral honey. |
| Platinum | While it loves floral honey, it won’t gather any itself. Instead, it plots to steal some from COMBEE. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
It flutters around at night and steals honey from the COMBEE hive. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
While it loves floral honey, it won’t gather any itself. Instead, it plots to steal some from Combee. |
| X Omega Ruby |
It loves the honey of flowers and steals honey collected by Combee. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
It flutters around at night and steals honey from the Combee hive. |
| Brilliant Diamond | It loves the nectar of flowers and steals nectar collected by Combee. |
| Shining Pearl | It does not keep a nest. It flies over fields and mountains in constant search of its much-beloved nectar. |
| Legends: Arceus | Scatters steel-colored scales as it flaps its wings. Despite being observed feeding primarily on the nectar of flowers, Mothim is not often seen around flower gardens. |
Moves learned by Mothim
- In other generations
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Moves learnt by level up
Mothim learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bug Bite | Bug |  | 60 | 100 |
| 1 | Protect | Normal |  | — | — |
| 1 | Quiver Dance | Bug | | — | — |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | | 40 | 100 |
| 10 | Protect | Normal | | — | — |
| 15 | Bug Bite | Bug | | 60 | 100 |
| 20 | String Shot | Bug | | — | 95 |
| 23 | Confusion | Psychic |  | 50 | 100 |
| 26 | Gust | Flying | | 40 | 100 |
| 29 | Poison Powder | Poison | | — | 75 |
| 32 | Psybeam | Psychic | | 65 | 100 |
| 35 | Roost | Flying | | — | — |
| 38 | Struggle Bug | Bug | | 50 | 100 |
| 41 | Air Slash | Flying | | 75 | 95 |
| 44 | Psychic | Psychic | | 90 | 100 |
| 47 | Lunge | Bug | | 80 | 100 |
| 50 | Bug Buzz | Bug | | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Mothim learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiver Dance | Bug | | — | — |
Egg moves
Mothim does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl.
Moves learnt by TM
Mothim is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire | | — | — |
| 15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | | 150 | 90 |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | | — | — |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | | — | — |
| 19 | Giga Drain | Grass | | 75 | 100 |
| 20 | Safeguard | Normal | | — | — |
| 22 | Solar Beam | Grass | | 120 | 100 |
| 29 | Psychic | Psychic | | 90 | 100 |
| 30 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | | 80 | 100 |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | | — | — |
| 40 | Aerial Ace | Flying | | 60 | ∞ |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | | 70 | 100 |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | | — | — |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | | — | 100 |
| 46 | Thief | Dark | | 60 | 100 |
| 48 | Skill Swap | Psychic | | — | — |
| 51 | Roost | Flying | | — | — |
| 53 | Energy Ball | Grass | | 90 | 100 |
| 58 | Endure | Normal | | — | — |
| 62 | Bug Buzz | Bug | | 90 | 100 |
| 68 | Giga Impact | Normal | | 150 | 90 |
| 70 | Flash | Normal | | — | 100 |
| 77 | Psych Up | Normal | | — | — |
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | | — | — |
| 85 | Dream Eater | Psychic | | 100 | 100 |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | | — | 85 |
| 89 | U-turn | Bug | | 70 | 100 |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | | — | — |
| 97 | Defog | Flying | | — | — |
Moves learnt by level up
Mothim learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.
Move Tutor moves
Mothim can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:
- In other generations
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Mothim sprites
| Type | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal |
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| Shiny |
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- See all Mothim sprites
Where to find Mothim
| Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Burmy (Plant Cloak)/Burmy (Sandy Cloak)/Burmy (Trash Cloak) |
|---|---|
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Evolve Burmy (Plant Cloak)/Burmy (Sandy Cloak)/Burmy (Trash Cloak) |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Grueling Grove, Aipom Hill, Ginkgo Landing, Spring Path, Veilstone Cape, Wayward Wood |
| Scarlet Violet |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Mothim questions
Other languages
| English | Mothim |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ガーメイル (Gamale) |
| German | Moterpel |
| French | Papilord |
| Italian | Mothim |
| Spanish | Mothim |
| Korean | 나메일 (nameil) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 绅士蛾 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 紳士蛾 |
| English |
Moth Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ミノガポケモン |
| German | Motten-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Phalène |
| Italian | Pokémon Falena |
| Spanish | Pokémon Polilla |
| Korean | 나방포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 蓑衣蛾宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 蓑衣蛾寶可夢 |
Name origin
- moth
- a species of insect
- him
- referring to a male