Zangoose (Pokémon)
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| Zangoose ザングース Zangoose | |
 Artwork from R/S/E | |
| Pronunciation | ??? |
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| Type | Normal |
| Species | Cat Ferret Pokémon |
| National Dex | #335 |
| Johto Dex | #— |
| Hoenn Dex | #123 |
| Sinnoh Dex | #— |
| Fiore Browser | R— |
| Almia Browser | R— |
| Height | 4′03″ (1.3m) |
| Weight | 88.8 lbs. (40.3kg) |
| Ability | Immunity |
| Egg group | Ground |
| Time to hatch | 5,120 steps |
| Effort yield | 2 Atk |
| Exp. yield | 165 base exp. |
| Lv. 100 at | 600,000 exp. |
| Gender | 50% ♀/50% ♂ |
| Pokédex color | White |
| Catch rate | 90 |
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Zangoose (Japanese: ザングース Zangoose) is a Normal-type Pokémon. It is well-known for its ongoing feud against Seviper.
It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.
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Biology
Physiology
Zangoose are fairly large mammalian Pokémon that have the characteristics of mongooses and cats. They are mostly white in color, but possess deep red markings on its face, chest and paws. These markings make it appear that it has been involved in a vicious fight and is covered in "blood". They have long sharp claws that are their main weapons. In earlier sprites, these claws were purple in color.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Zangoose's Immunity ability makes it immune to poison. This is possibly an adaptation that was developed over time to deal with the fangs and tail of its nemesis, Seviper.
Behavior
Zangoose are bitter enemies with Seviper, the two will battle each other to the bitter end. It is suggested this rivalry has lasted for ages.
Habitat
Unknown, though this Pokémon is found on Route 114 in Hoenn, so presumably grasslands with sparse trees and mountains.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the anime
Zangoose first appeared in Zig Zag Zangoose under the control of Nicolai.
Another Zangoose appeared in the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon 2 special as the leader of Team Razor Wind.
In Glory Blaze, it is discovered that Paul found Chimchar being attacked by a group of Zangoose. Because of the amazing power it used fighting the Zangoose, Paul decided to capture it. Later, Chimchar was to fight another Zangoose and nearly lost to it.
In Tears For Fears! another group of Zangoose appeared before Team Rocket and fought with Jessie's Seviper. Later, Chimchar found the courage to defeat them.
In the TCG
- Main article: Zangoose (TCG)
In the TFG
One Zangoose figure has been released.
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon 2: Zangoose is the leader of Team Razor Wind.
Pokédex entries
| Gen | Game | Pokédex entry |
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| III | Ruby | Memories of battling its arch-rival Seviper are etched into every cell of Zangoose's body. This Pokémon adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility. |
| Sapphire | Zangoose usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This Pokémon shares a bitter rivalry with Seviper that dates back over generations. | |
| Emerald | When it battles, it stands on its hind legs and attacks with its sharply clawed forelegs. Its fur bristles if it encounters any Seviper | |
| FireRed | If it comes across a Seviper, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon. | |
| LeafGreen | If it comes across a Seviper, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon. | |
| IV | Diamond | It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
| Pearl | It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. | |
| Platinum | Currently unknown |
Game locations
| Gen | Game | Rarity | Location | |
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| III | Ruby | Sapphire | Uncommon | Route 114 |
| Emerald | None | Trade | ||
| FireRed | LeafGreen | None | Trade | |
| Colosseum | None | Trade | ||
| XD | One | Cipher Key Lair (Shadow) | ||
| IV | Diamond | Pearl | Dongle | Route 208, Route 210 (Ruby) |
| Platinum | None | Trade | ||
| Pal Park | Field | |||
In side games
| Game | Location |
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| Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire | Plains (Ruby Field) |
| Pokémon Trozei! | Secret Storage 3 Huge Storage 3 Endless Level 22 Mr. Who's Den |
| Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (Red and Blue) | Mt. Freeze (7F-12F) Wish Cave (65F-71F) |
| Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (Time and Darkness) | Crevice Cave (B1-B10) Lower Crevice Cave (B1-B4) Mt. Avalanche (B1-B19) |
Base stats
| HP: | 73 | |
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| Attack: | 115 | |
| Defense: | 60 | |
| SpAtk: | 60 | |
| SpDef: | 60 | |
| Speed: | 90 |
Type effectiveness
| Weak to | Resistant to | Immune to | Normal effectiveness |
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Learnset
By leveling up
| Generation IV Other generation learnsets: III | ||||||||
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| Level | Move | Type | Cat. | Pwr. | Acc. | PP | Contest | Appeal |
| Start | Scratch | Normal | Physical | 40 | 100% | 35 | Tough | 3 ♥♥♥
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| Start | Leer | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 30 | Cool | 2 ♥♥
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| 5 | Quick Attack | Normal | Physical | 40 | 100% | 30 | Cool | 2 ♥♥
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| 9 | Swords Dance | Normal | Status | — | —% | 30 | Beauty | 0 |
| 14 | Fury Cutter | Bug | Physical | 10 | 95% | 20 | Cool | 2 ♥♥
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| 18 | Slash | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100% | 20 | Cool | 3 ♥♥♥
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| 22 | Pursuit | Dark | Physical | 40 | 100% | 20 | Smart | 1 ♥
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| 27 | Embargo | Dark | Status | — | 100% | 15 | Cute | 2 ♥♥
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| 31 | Crush Claw | Normal | Physical | 75 | 95% | 10 | Cool | 3 ♥♥♥
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| 35 | Taunt | Dark | Status | — | 100% | 20 | Smart | 0 |
| 40 | Detect | Fighting | Status | — | —% | 5 | Cool | 0 |
| 44 | False Swipe | Normal | Physical | 40 | 100% | 40 | Cool | 0 |
| 48 | X-Scissor | Bug | Physical | 80 | 100% | 15 | Beauty | 0 |
| 53 | Close Combat | Fighting | Physical | 120 | 100% | 5 | Smart | 2 ♥♥
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| Bold indicates a move that gets STAB Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only from an evolution of this Pokémon | ||||||||
By TM/HM
By breeding
By tutoring
| Generation III and IV Other generation learnsets: III | ||||||||||||||
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| Game | Move | Type | Cat. | Pwr. | Acc. | PP | Contest | Appeal | ||||||
| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Body Slam | Normal | Physical | 85 | 100% | 15 | Tough | 3 ♥♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Counter | Fighting | Physical | — | 100% | 20 | Tough | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Defense Curl | Normal | Status | — | —% | 40 | Cute | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Double-Edge | Normal | Physical | 120 | 100% | 15 | Tough | 0 |
| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | DynamicPunch | Fighting | Physical | 100 | 50% | 5 | Cool | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Endeavor | Normal | Physical | — | 100% | 5 | Tough | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Endure | Normal | Status | — | —% | 10 | Tough | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Fire Punch | Fire | Physical | 75 | 100% | 15 | Beauty | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Fury Cutter | Bug | Physical | 10 | 95% | 20 | Cool | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Ice Punch | Ice | Physical | 75 | 100% | 15 | Beauty | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Icy Wind | Ice | Special | 75 | 100% | 15 | Beauty | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Knock Off | Dark | Physical | 20 | 100% | 20 | Smart | 3 ♥♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Last Resort | Normal | Physical | 130 | 100% | 5 | Cute | 0 |
| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Mega Kick | Normal | Physical | 120 | 75% | 5 | Cool | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | Mega Punch | Normal | Physical | 80 | 85% | 20 | Tough | 2 ♥♥
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| FR | LG | E | XD | D | P | Pt | ||||||||