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Croagunk(JP) is a Poison/Fighting type Pokémon that was introduced in the fourth generation. It evolves into Toxicroak starting at level 37.
Physiology and Behaviour[]
Appearances[]
Main games[]
In Pokémon Platinum, Looker is briefly seen with a Croagunk. Wild Croagunk in the games occasionally carry Black Sludge. In Pokémon X and Y, it is implied that it died in a later case.
Mystery Dungeon[]
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Croagunk is one of the members of Wigglytuff Guild. He doesn't have much of a purpose other than to run the Swap Cauldron. His catchphrase is "Meh-heh-heh".
Pokkén Tournament[]
Croagunk can be used as an assist in Pokkén Tournament. It uses Toxic to lower the opponent's defense. It is also a playable character in the arcade and Nintendo Switch versions of the game.
In the anime[]
In Gymbaliar!, Brock caught a Croagunk. He took over Misty and Max's job of pulling Brock away from attractive women during Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl, using Poison Jab on him every time he falls in love.
In Pokémon Generations, Looker used a Croagunk to battle Heatran and two Team Galactic Grunts at Stark Mountain.
In the manga[]
Origin[]
Croagunk may have been based on the poison dart frog.
Croagunk may be a combination of croak and gunk (grime).
In-game information[]
Pokédex entries[]
| Title | Entry |
|---|---|
| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers. |
| Pokémon Pearl | Inflating its poison sacs, it makes an eerie blubbering sound for intimidation. |
| Pokémon Platinum | It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | Fluid squeezed from its finger, albeit poisonous, is a significant ingredient in remedies for lower-back pain. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | Fluid squeezed from its finger, albeit poisonous, is a significant ingredient in remedies for lower-back pain. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot. |
| Pokémon White | It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab. |
| Pokémon White 2 | Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers. |
| Pokémon Y | Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab. |
| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sword | It makes frightening noises with its poison-filled cheek sacs. When opponents flinch, Croagunk hits them with a poison jab. |
| Pokémon Shield | Once diluted, its poison becomes medicinal. This Pokémon came into popularity after a pharmaceutical company chose it as a mascot. |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers. |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | It inflates its poison sacs and makes a blubbering sound to intimidate foes. |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | A poison wielder with a dastardly personality. Despite such qualities, this species is afforded a measure of popularity due to its peculiar cry and comical features. |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab. |
| Pokémon Violet | It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot. |
Game Locations[]
| Title | Location(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| Fourth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Diamond | ||
| Pokémon Pearl | ||
| Pokémon Platinum | ||
| Pokémon HeartGold | ||
| Pokémon SoulSilver | ||
| Fifth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Black | ||
| Pokémon White | ||
| Pokémon Black 2 | ||
| Pokémon White 2 | ||
| Sixth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon X | ||
| Pokémon Y | ||
| Eighth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Shield | Dusty Bowl, North Lake Miloch, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, Stony Wilderness (Max Raid Battle) | |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | Grand Underground - Swampy Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern | |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | Grand Underground - Swampy Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern | |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | Coronet Highlands: near Ancient Quarry | |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Scarlet | West Province: Area Two | |
| Pokémon Violet | West Province: Area Two | |
Evolution[]
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Base Stats[]
| HP | 48 |
| Attack | 61 |
| Defense | 40 |
| Sp. Attack | 61 |
| Sp. Defense | 40 |
| Speed | 50 |
| Total | 300 |
Moveset[]
Gallery[]
Sprites[]
Trivia[]
- Croagunk's English name, along with numerous others, was released on February 13, 2007. Due to the poor quality of the image, it was believed its name was "Croalurk".
- In Pokkén Tournament DX, Croagunk is the only playable character that is also a support Pokémon.
External links[]
- Croagunk at Pokémon Wiki, the Fandom wiki on Pokémon