Scatterbug

Scatterbug official artwork
#0664

Scatterbug

Scatterdust Pokémon

BUG

When under attack from bird Pokémon, it spews a poisonous black powder that causes paralysis on contact.

Scatterbug is No. 0664 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Bug-type Scatterdust Pokémon. When under attack from bird Pokémon, it spews a poisonous black powder that causes paralysis on contact. This page brings together its key game data, including typing, abilities, base stats, evolution details, forms, Pokédex entries and moves, so it can be used as a quick reference before building out a deeper guide.

Scatterbug first belongs to Generation Vi. Scatterbug does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Defense, which helps show where it naturally fits when comparing Pokémon by role. Its abilities can include Shield Dust, Compound Eyes and Friend Guard, giving players useful options when comparing forms, movesets and team roles. The sections below are generated from the local Pokémon database and can be expanded later with matchup advice, best games to use it in, notable appearances and more detailed strategy notes.

Scatterbug at a glance

Type
BUG
Weak to
FIRE2×FLYING2×ROCK2×
Best base stat
Defense — 40
Abilities
Shield Dust, Compound Eyes, Friend Guard (Hidden)
Next evolution
Spewpa — Level 9
Height
0.3 m
Weight
2.5 kg
Generation
Generation Vi
Growth rate
Medium
Capture rate
255
Base happiness
70

Base stats

Hp38
Attack35
Defense40
Special Attack27
Special Defense25
Speed35
Total200

Type effectiveness

Damage taken when Scatterbug is hit by each type:

Weak to

FIRE2×FLYING2×ROCK2×

Resists

GRASS½×FIGHTING½×GROUND½×

Based on Bug typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.

Evolution family

Selected game context

Pokémon Gold and Silver