Pidgeot

Pidgeot
Pidgeotto
018
Rattata
Ability	Keen Eye Tangled Feet Big Pecks (Hidden) No Guard (Mega)
First game	Pokémon Red and Blue
Creator	Game Freak

Pidgeot <sup>(JPJapanese: ピジョット

Romaji: Pigeot)</sup> is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a dual-type Normal/Flying Pokémon that made its first appearance in the first generation games Red and Blue. It is the final evolution of Pidgey.

Physiology and Behavior

Pidgeot is an avian Pokémon with large wings, sharp talons, and a short, hooked beak. Its glossy plumage is mostly brown with cream-colored underparts and flight feathers. Its head has a decorated crest that is nearly as long as its body. The center feathers of its crest are yellow, while the outer feathers are red. The fan-like feathers of its tail are red or brown. Its beak and legs are pink, and there are three forward-facing toes and one backward-facing toe on each foot. Behind each eye is an angular black marking.

Pidgeot's powerful wings are capable of stirring up windstorms in just a few flaps, and it may spread its wings to intimidate enemies. This Pokémon is capable of flying faster than the speed of sound. Its plumage is often described as beautiful, making it a popular choice for skilled Trainers. Pidgeot typically dwells in temperate forests with thick growth and large trees. It is known to prey on Magikarp, which it can spot from great heights.

Mega Pidegot

Pidgeot grows noticeably when it Mega Evolves, developing a larger body and longer, broader wings. Its wingtips and tail feathers are tipped with cyan, and its cream coloring is now white. Its eyes turn magenta and its pupils turn white. Mega Pidgeot has an even more elaborate crest on its head, with a streamer-like magenta plume extending from a mane of yellow feathers. A magenta feather projects from the front of its crest and there is a single magenta highlight on the left side. The crest is sensitive to air currents, acting like a large antenna and stabilizing Mega Pidgeot's flight. Additionally, its increased wing power allows it to fly for two weeks without rest.

Appearances

In the anime

Ash Ketchum's Pidgeot

Ash Ketchum had a Pidgeot that he caught as a Pidgeotto early in his journey during Ash Catches a Pokémon. In Pallet Party Panic, the same Spearow that Ash had thrown a rock at in the first episode returned with its flock, but it had evolved into a Fearow. The flock attacked Ash, so Pidgeotto evolved into Pidgeot to battle Fearow. After Pidgeot defeated Fearow, Pidgeot left Ash's party to watch over a local flock of Pidgey and Pidgeotto. Ash promised to return for it someday. Later in JN147, Pidgeot returns and save Ash's Pikachu from Team Rocket before it rejoins Ash's party.

Origin and inspiration

Despite its name, Pidgeot does not resemble a pigeon so much as a bird of prey such as an osprey or an eagle due to its large size and predatory behavior. Its Shiny colors in particular resemble a golden eagle. It also shares some characteristics with various passerine birds such as sparrows, chickadees, waxwings, and wrens. Its colorful crest is somewhat similar to the crests of cockatoos. The black markings around its eyes are reminiscent of Ra and Horus, the sun and sky gods of Egyptian mythology who were depicted with the heads of falcons.

In-game information

Pokédex entries

Title	Entry
First Pokémon generation
Pokémon Red and Blue	When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.
Pokémon Yellow	This Pokémon flies at Mach 2 speed, seeking prey. Its large talons are feared as wicked weapons.
Pokémon Stadium	Capable of flying incredibly quickly. In full flight, by the time its flapping is heard, it is long gone.
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold	Its well-developed chest muscles make it strong enough to whip up a gusty windstorm with just a few flaps.
Pokémon Silver	It spreads its beautiful wings wide to frighten its enemies. It can fly at Mach 2 speed.
Pokémon Crystal	Its outstanding vision allows it to spot splashing Magikarp, even while flying at 3,300 feet.
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby	This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon.
Pokémon Sapphire	This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon.
Pokémon Emerald	This Pokémon has gorgeous, glossy feathers. Many trainers are so captivated by the beautiful feathers on its head that they choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon.
Pokémon FireRed	It spreads its gorgeous wings widely to intimidate enemies. It races through the skies at Mach-2 speed.
Pokémon LeafGreen	When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon Pearl	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon Platinum	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon HeartGold	Its well-developed chest muscles make it strong enough to whip up a gusty windstorm with just a few flaps.
Pokémon SoulSilver	It spreads its beautiful wings wide to frighten its enemies. It can fly at Mach 2 speed.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon White	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon Black 2	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon White 2	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X	When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.
Pokémon Y	It spreads its gorgeous wings widely to intimidate enemies. It races through the skies at Mach-2 speed.
Pokémon Omega Ruby	This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire	This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon.
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu	This Pokémon flies at Mach 2 speed, seeking prey. Its large talons are feared as wicked weapons. Mega - With its muscular strength now greatly increased, it can fly continuously for two weeks without resting.
Pokémon Let's Go Eevee	This Pokémon flies at Mach 2 speed, seeking prey. Its large talons are feared as wicked weapons. Mega - With its muscular strength now greatly increased, it can fly continuously for two weeks without resting.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.
Pokémon Shining Pearl	By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees.

Game locations

In the main games, Pidgeot is only obtainable by evolving Pidgeotto.

Evolution

Pidgey	Reach level 18.	Pidgeotto	Reach level 36.	Pidgeot

Form Change

Pidgeot	Mega Evolve Holding Pidgeotite	Pidgeot Mega Form

Base Stats

Gen I-V

Base Stats
HP	83
Attack	80
Defense	75
Sp. Attack	70
Sp. Defense	70
Speed	91
Total	469

Gen VI

Base Stats
HP	83
Attack	80
Defense	75
Sp. Attack	70
Sp. Defense	70
Speed	101
Total	479

Mega

Base Stats
HP	83
Attack	80
Defense	80
Sp. Attack	135
Sp. Defense	80
Speed	121
Total	579

Gallery

Sprites

Sprites
Red Green	Red Blue	Yellow
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Ruby Sapphire File:PKMNRS018.png File:PKMNRS018-S.png	Emerald File:PKMNE018.gif File:PKMNE018-S.gif	Fire Leaf File:PKMNFRLG018.png File:PKMNFRLG018-S.png
Diamond Pearl File:PKMNDP018-S.png	Platinum File:PKMNP018.png File:PKMNP018-S.png	Heart Soul File:PKMNHGSS018.png File:PKMNHGSS018-S.png
Black White File:PKMNBW018-S.png	Black 2 White 2 File:PKMNBW2018.png File:PKMNBW2018-S.png	X Y File:PKMNXY018-S.png
Pikachu Eevee File:PKMNLGPE018-S.png	Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl File:PKMNBDSP018-S.png

Trivia

• Mega Pidgeot is the only Pokémon with a base stat total of 579.
• Mega Pidgeot is tied with Drampa, Porygon-Z, and Bloodmoon Ursaluna for the highest base Special Attack stat of all Normal-type Pokémon.
• Mega Pidgeot is the only Mega Evolved Pokémon where its lowest stat (Special Attack, although it is tied with Special Defense) in its base form becomes its highest stat.