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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[]
Croagunk is a dark ultramarine-blue, bipedal Pokémon that resembles a poison dart frog. It has yellow eyes, which are surrounded by black markings. There are orange, expandable pouches on its cheeks, and its teeth are wide and flat. A black marking encircles its upper arms and chest, and there are white bands around its chest. The white markings are slightly higher up on the female Croagunk than the male. It has three fingers and toes, most of which are black. The only digits that are not black are its center fingers, which are orange instead.
Croagunk's cheek pouches and fingers contain a poisonous fluid. However, the fluid squeezed from its finger is also a significant ingredient in remedies for lower back pain once diluted. The cheek pouches can be used to create an unnerving sound. When its opponents are distracted, it tries to stab them with its fingers. Despite this, it fights others only to ensure its own survival. Croagunk is a popular Pokémon due to being chosen as a mascot for a pharmaceutical company. Croagunk and its evolved form, Toxicroak, are related to Seismitoad. Croagunk is said to have a dastardly nature, due to wielding poison. It usually lives in swamps and forested areas. Croagunk is the mascot of Pastoria City.
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[]
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 (Pokémon) at Bulbapedia, the Pokémon wiki.
- Croagunk at Pokémon Wiki, the Fandom wiki on Pokémon.