Nidorina
Nidorina is a Poison type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0030 |
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| Type | Poison |
| Species | Poison Pin Pokémon |
| Height | 0.8 m (2′07″) |
| Weight | 20.0 kg (44.1 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Poison Point 2. Rivalry Hustle (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0030 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0096 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0030 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0096 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0105 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0030 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0066 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 HP |
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| Catch rate | 120 (15.7% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 128 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
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| Gender | 0% male, 100% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
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| Attack | 62 | 116 | 245 | |
| Defense | 67 | 125 | 256 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Speed | 56 | 105 | 232 | |
| Total | 365 | 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
Nidorina changes
- In Generation 3, Nidorina does not have the Rivalry ability.
- In Generation 1, Nidorina has a base Special stat of 55.
- In Generations 1-4, Nidorina has a base experience yield of 117.
- In Generations 2-7, Nidorina has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue |
The female’s horn develops slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting. |
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| Yellow | When resting deep in its burrow, its thorns always retract. This is proof that it is relaxed. |
| Gold | When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring. |
| Silver | It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight. |
| Crystal | It has a docile nature. If it is threatened with attack, it raises the barbs that are all over its body. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
When NIDORINA are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This POKéMON appears to become nervous if separated from the others. |
| FireRed | The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes. |
| LeafGreen | The female’s horns develop slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting. |
| Emerald | When it is with its friends or family, its barbs are tucked away to prevent injury. It appears to become nervous if separated from the others. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than NIDORINO’s. |
| HeartGold | When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring. |
| SoulSilver | It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than Nidorino’s. |
| X | The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes. |
| Y | When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
When Nidorina are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This Pokémon appears to become nervous if separated from the others. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
When resting deep in its burrow, its barbs always retract. This is proof that it is relaxed. |
| Sword | The horn on its head has atrophied. It’s thought that this happens so Nidorina’s children won’t get poked while their mother is feeding them. |
| Shield | If the group is threatened, these Pokémon will band together to assault enemies with a chorus of ultrasonic waves. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow more slowly than Nidorino’s. |
Moves learned by Nidorina
- In other generations
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Moves learnt by level up
Nidorina learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Poison Sting | Poison | 15 | 100 | |
| 1 | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 15 | Fury Swipes | Normal | 18 | 80 | |
| 22 | Toxic Spikes | Poison | — | — | |
| 29 | Double Kick | Fighting | 30 | 100 | |
| 36 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 43 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 50 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
| 57 | Flatter | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 64 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 71 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 |
Egg moves
Nidorina learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Nidorina gen 8 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Nidorina is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 03 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 06 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 13 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 14 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 23 | Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| 24 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 25 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 28 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 34 | Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
| 36 | Sludge Bomb | Poison | 90 | 100 | |
| 40 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 58 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 65 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 84 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 93 | Cut | Normal | 50 | 95 | |
| 96 | Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 98 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 |
Moves learnt by level up
Nidorina learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Poison Sting | Poison | 15 | 100 | |
| 1 | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 15 | Fury Swipes | Normal | 18 | 80 | |
| 22 | Toxic Spikes | Poison | — | — | |
| 29 | Double Kick | Fighting | 30 | 100 | |
| 36 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 43 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 50 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
| 57 | Flatter | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 64 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 71 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 |
Egg moves
Nidorina does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield.
Moves learnt by TM
Nidorina is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 23 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 29 | Charm | Fairy | — | 100 | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 33 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 34 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 37 | Beat Up | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 41 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 65 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
| 74 | Venoshock | Poison | 65 | 100 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 98 | Stomping Tantrum | Ground | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Nidorina is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 05 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 06 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 08 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 09 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 13 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 22 | Sludge Bomb | Poison | 90 | 100 | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 31 | Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| 32 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 54 | Toxic Spikes | Poison | — | — | |
| 57 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 67 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 91 | Venom Drench | Poison | — | 100 |
- In other generations
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Nidorina sprites
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Where to find Nidorina
| Red | Route 11, Celadon City, Safari Zone |
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| Blue | Route 11, Safari Zone |
| Yellow | Route 9, 23, Safari Zone |
| Gold Silver Crystal |
Route 13, 14, 15 |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed | Route 11, Safari Zone |
| LeafGreen | Safari Zone |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Route 221, Valor Lakefront |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Route 13, 14, 15 |
| Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
| White | Evolve Nidoran♀ |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Route 11 |
| 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 |
Route 9, 10, 23 |
| Sword Shield |
Evolve Nidoran♀ |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Route 221, Valor Lakefront, Grassland Cave, Swampy Cave, Dazzling Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Sunlit Cavern, Stargleam Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Nidorina questions
Other languages
| English | Nidorina |
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| Japanese | ニドリーナ (Nidorina) |
| German | Nidorina |
| French | Nidorina |
| Italian | Nidorina |
| Spanish | Nidorina |
| Korean | 니드리나 (nideurina) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 尼多娜 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 尼多娜 |
| English |
Poison Pin Pokémon |
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| Japanese | どくばりポケモン |
| German | Giftdorn-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Vénépic |
| Italian | Pokémon Velenago |
| Spanish | Pokémon Pin Veneno |
| Korean | 독침포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 毒针宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 毒針寶可夢 |
Name origin
- nidoru
- Japanese for ‘needle’
- rhino
- large African mammal
- -a
- female suffix



