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Nidoran♀ (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Nidoran | type=poison | prevnum=028 | nextnum=030 | prev=Sandslash | next=Nidorina }}
{{Pokémon Infobox |
name=Nidoran♀ |
jname=ニドラン♀ |
tmname=Nidoran♀ |
image=029Nidoran.png |
ndex=029 |
jdex=095 |
hdex=227 |
karea=Coastal |
kdex=104 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Poison |
category=Poison Pin |
height-ftin=1'04" |
height-m=0.4 |
weight-lbs=15.4 |
weight-kg=7.0 |
abilityn=d |
ability1=Poison Point |
ability2=Rivalry |
abilityd=Hustle |
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Field |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=1 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=55 |
oldexp=59 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=254 |
color=Blue |
catchrate=235 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=nidoran(f) |
generation=1 |
friendship=70 |
}}
'''Nidoran♀''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ニドラン♀''' ''Nidoran♀'') is a {{type|Poison}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Nidorina}} starting at [[level]] 16, which evolves into {{p|Nidoqueen}} when exposed to a {{evostone|Moon Stone}}.

It is related to the {{p|Nidoran♂}} line, and the {{pkmn|Egg}}s it lays can contain either Nidoran♀ or Nidoran♂. However, it is the only one of its line that can breed, as Nidorina and Nidoqueen are part of the {{egg3|Undiscovered}}.

==Biology==
Nidoran♀ is a small, quadruped, rodent-like Pokémon. It has large, spiny ears, oversized front teeth, red eyes, and a pair of whiskers on each cheek. It is light blue with several darker blue spots. There are two white claws on each of its paws. Its back is covered with small toxic spines, and it has a small forehead horn. The poison secreted by the spines and horn is extremely potent, and even a scratch from its horn or a drop of poison from its barbs can be deadly. However, this docile Pokémon only uses its poison when it feels threatened. Nidoran♀ lives in open spaces, such as {{dl|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon|savannas and plains}}. Nidoran♀ is an exclusively female Pokémon, {{p|Nidoran♂}} being its male counterpart.

==In the anime==
[[File:Emily Maria.png|thumb|200px|Nidoran♀ in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
A romance between a male and a female Nidoran was the focus of ''[[EP100|Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?]]''. After the battle with {{TRT}}, and after kissing {{oi|Ralph}}'s {{p|Nidoran♂}}, {{Oi|Emily}}'s Nidoran♀ [[Evolution|evolved]] into a {{p|Nidorina}}.

===Minor appearances===
Nidoran♀'s debut was in ''[[EP030|Sparks Fly for Magnemite]]'' as a sick Pokémon at a [[Pokémon Center]].

A group of Nidoran♀ were seen at {{an|Professor Oak}}'s Laboratory in ''[[EP065|Showdown at the Po-ké Corral]]''. These Nidoran♀ were colored the same way as {{Shiny}} Nidoran♀, but they predated their appearance.

A Nidoran♀ briefly appeared in ''[[EP069|Lights, Camera, Quack-tion]]''.

A differently patterned Nidoran♀ appeared in ''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''.

Nidoran♀ also appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''.

{{TRT}} attempted to capture a {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Pink Pokémon|pink}} Nidoran♀ and its male counterpart during the events of ''[[EP088|In the Pink]]'', but ended up being chased off by a {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Pink Nidoking|pink}} {{p|Nidoking}}.

A Nidoran couple briefly appeared in ''[[EP126|The Chikorita Rescue]]''.

A Nidoran♀, along with a Nidoran♂, briefly appeared in ''[[EP143|Going Apricorn!]]'' at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] being fed by {{Tracey}}.

A Nidoran♀ was one of the Pokémon stolen by [[Butch]] and [[Cassidy]] in ''[[EP157|The Fortune Hunters]]''.

Nidoran♀ also appeared in ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]''.

A Nidoran couple were among the inhabitants of the [[Dragon Holy Land]] in ''[[EP252|Fangs for Nothin']]''. Several Nidoran♀ appeared in [[EP253|the following episode]] in the same location.

A Nidoran♀ was used by one of the students of the Pokémon Trainer's School in ''[[AG015|Gonna Rule The School!]]''.

A Nidoran♀ was one of the Pokémon seen at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] in ''[[SS004|Showdown at the Oak Corral]]''.

Multiple Nidoran♀ appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

Nidoran♀ appeared in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' living in the [[Tree of Beginning]].

Nidoran♀ also appeared in ''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part One]]''.

A group of Nidoran♀ appeared in ''[[DP109|Leading a Stray!]]''.

Multiple Nidoran♀ made a cameo in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.

Nidoran♀ appeared in [[SS028]].

Multiple Nidoran♀ appeared in ''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''.

Nidoran♀ appeared in the book {{an|Bonnie}} was reading in ''[[XY046|The Clumsy Crier Quiets the Chaos!]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Orange}}
{{Animedexbody|EP100|Nidoran♀|Ash's Pokédex|Nidoran♀. Its poison pin is quite powerful for its size, but its horn is smaller than a {{p|Nidoran♂|male's}}.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Orange}}

===In Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Youngster Nidoran PO.png|thumb|left|250px|Nidoran♀ in Pokémon Origins]]
A {{tc|Youngster}}'s Nidoran♀ appeared in ''[[PO02|File 1: Red]]''.

Another Nidoran♀ appeared in ''[[PO03|File 3: Giovanni]]'' at [[Silph Co.]]
{{left clear}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Safari Zone Nidoran f PM.png|thumb|Nidoran♀ in [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{adv|Green}} had a Nidoran♀ nicknamed Nido in [[Pokémon Adventures]], which first appeared in ''[[PS039|Just a Spearow Carrier]]'', she was never seen battling until she evolved into {{p|Nidorina}} and then {{p|Nidoqueen}}. In [[Indigo Plateau]], Green's Nidoran♀ was used to attract a [[Wilton|fisherman's]] Nidoran♂ and to help persuade the fisherman to trade his {{p|Butterfree}} for Green's {{p|Weedle}}; she was stopped by {{adv|Red}}.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
A Nidoran♀ appears in the [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] as one of the inhabitants there.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
[[Bill]] had a Nidoran♀ in [[Pokémon Zensho]] that he accidentally merged with in a transporter experiment.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Nidoran♀ (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=poison}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=Although small, its venomous barbs render this Pokémon dangerous. The female has smaller horns.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=A mild-mannered Pokémon that does not like to fight. Beware, its small horns secrete venom.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Although small, it should be treated with caution because of its highly toxic thorns. The female has a small horn.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=The poison hidden in its small horn is extremely potent. Even a tiny scratch can have fatal results.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=Although not very combative, it will torment its foes with poison spikes if it is threatened in any way.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=Small and very docile, it protects itself with its small, poisonous horn when attacked.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=The poison hidden in its small horn is extremely potent. Even a tiny scratch can have fatal results.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Nidoran has barbs that secrete a powerful poison. They are thought to have developed as protection for this small-bodied Pokémon. When enraged, it releases a horrible toxin from its horn.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=Its highly toxic barbs are thought to have developed as protection for this small-bodied Pokémon. When enraged, it releases a horrible toxin from its horn.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=Though small, it must be treated with caution because of its powerfully toxic barbs. The female has smaller horns.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=Although small, its venomous barbs render this Pokémon dangerous. The female has smaller horns.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=While it does not prefer to fight, even one drop of the poison it secretes from its barbs can be fatal.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=The poison hidden in its small horn is extremely potent. Even a tiny scratch can have fatal results.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=Although not very combative, it will torment its foes with poison spikes if it is threatened in any way.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=While it does not prefer to fight, even one drop of the poison it secretes from its barbs can be fatal.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=While it does not prefer to fight, even one drop of the poison it secretes from barbs can be fatal.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=Although small, its venomous barbs render this Pokémon dangerous. The female has smaller horns.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=Small and very docile, it protects itself with its small, poisonous horn when attacked.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Nidoran♀ has barbs that secrete a powerful poison. They are thought to have developed as protection for this small-bodied Pokémon. When enraged, it releases a horrible toxin from its horn.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=poison}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=fff|area={{rt|22|Kanto}}, {{safari|Kanto}} [[List of in-game trades#Red and Blue / Red and Green|Trade]] {{p|Nidoran♂}} on {{rt|5|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Blue|ex=(Japan)|t=fff|link=Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|area={{rt|22|Kanto}}, {{safari|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Yellow|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|2|Kanto}}, {{rtn|9|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|22|Kanto}}, {{safari|Kanto}}}}
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|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Gold|v2=Silver|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|35|Johto}} and {{rtn|36|Johto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Crystal|area={{rt|35|Johto}}, [[National Park]]}}
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|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Emerald}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=FireRed|area={{rt|3|Kanto}}, {{safari|Kanto}} [[List of in-game trades#FireRed and LeafGreen|Trade]] {{p|Nidoran♂}} on {{rt|5|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|area={{rt|3|Kanto}}, {{safari|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=XD|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area={{rt|201|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area={{rt|201|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|35|Johto}} and {{rtn|36|Johto}} {{safari|Johto}}{{sup/t|M}}{{sup/t|D}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{Locationcolor/light|land}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Field}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pokéwalker|color={{red color}}|link=Pokéwalker|area={{pw|Refreshing Field}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Black}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=White|area=[[White Forest]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=fff|area={{rt|2|Unova}} ([[Hidden Grotto]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Dream World|color={{dream color}}|area={{dwa|Pleasant Forest}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=fff|area={{rt|11|Kalos}} ([[Horde Encounter]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|area=[[Trade]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Viridian City]], {{safari|Kanto}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=Endless Level 28, Forever Level 28, Pair Trozei, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Thunderwave Cave]] (1F-3F)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Mystifying Forest]] (B1-B13), [[Mystery Jungle]] (B1-B29)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Mystifying Forest]] (B1-B13), [[Mystery Jungle]] (B1-B29)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Eternal Tower]] (Normal Mode C)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Cave: [[Shimmering Lake]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Model Train Room]]: {{DL|Model Train Room|All Aboard!}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{yellow color}}|area=[[Infinite Ruins]]: {{DL|Infinite Ruins|Stage 3}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area={{DL|Pokémon Shuffle|Sandy Bazaar}}: Stage 16}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Ember Mountains]]: {{DL|Ember Mountains| Shrine of Magic}} (All areas), [[Starlight Islands]]: {{DL|Starlight Islands|Surveillance Dunes}} (All areas)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|type=poison}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Lovely Kiss Nidoran♀|English|United States|5|February 1 to 14, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Lovely Kiss Nidoran♀}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Sweet Kiss Nidoran♀|English|United States|5|February 1 to 14, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Sweet Kiss Nidoran♀}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Moonlight Nidoran♀|English|United States|5|August 9 to 29, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Moonlight Nidoran♀}}
|}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems|type=poison
|rby1=TM43|rby1type=TM|rby1rar=100|rby1TMmove=Detect|rby1TMtype=Fighting
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 55 |
Attack= 47 |
Defense=52 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Special=40 |
Speed= 41 |
type=Poison }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Poison
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=2
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=poison|
Normal=100 |
Fighting=50 |
Flying=100 |
Poison=50 |
Ground=200 |
Rock=100 |
Bug=50 |
Ghost=100 |
Steel=100 |
Fire=100 |
Water=100 |
Grass=50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic=200 |
Ice=100 |
Dragon=100 |
Dark=100 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
gen1poison=yes|
oldbug=2}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|7|Tail Whip|Normal|Status|—|100|30|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|9|Double Kick|Fighting|Physical|30|100|30|||Cool|2|1}}
{{learnlist/level6|13|Poison Sting|Poison|Physical|15|100|35||'''|Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|19|Fury Swipes|Normal|Physical|18|80|15|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|21|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|25|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|31|Toxic Spikes|Poison|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|33|Flatter|Dark|Status|—|100|15|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|37|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|1|4}}
{{learnlist/level6|43|Captivate|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|45|Poison Fang|Poison|Physical|50|100|15||'''|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM01|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10||'''|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|90|100|10|||Beautiful|1|4}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|110|70|5|||Beautiful|1|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||''|Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10||'''|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20|||Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|XY}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM06|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|133|Eevee}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}{{MSP|678|Meowstic}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|702|Dedenne}}|Charm|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}} {{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}}{{MSP|247|Pupitar}} {{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}|Chip Away|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|448|Lucario}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
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{{learnlist/breedf/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|||no|yes|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Super Fang|Normal|Physical|—|90|10|||no|yes|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20|||no|yes|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Nidoran♀|Poison|Poison|2}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=poison |
ndex=029 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=13.3 |
area=Safari |
P1=I'm small but I'm tough! |
P2=I only have half my HP... |
P3=I'm close to fainting... |
PL=I leveled up! I'm so happy! |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=C |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=1|
rumbledefense=2|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=1|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=3|
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Poison
|pictype=art
|no1=029
|name1=Nidoran♀
|type1-1=Poison
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 16}}
|no2=030
|name2=Nidorina
|type1-2=Poison
|evo2={{bag|Moon Stone}} {{color2|000|Moon Stone}}
|no3=031
|name3=Nidoqueen
|type1-3=Poison
|type2-3=Ground}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=029}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=029}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=029}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=029}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=029}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=029}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|029|Nidoran♀}}

==Trivia==
* Nidoran were the first Pokémon to feature gender, and even gender differences; however, their differences are much greater than those of most later Pokémon.
* Despite the addition of genders to most Pokémon starting in [[Generation II]], the two variations of Nidoran remained separate species, rather than a singular species that splits down different evolution paths based on gender.
** An {{pkmn|Egg}} laid by a Nidoran♀ does, however, have a chance of hatching into a Nidoran♂, as well as an Egg laid by a Nidoran♂ with a {{p|Ditto}} has a chance of hatching into a Nidoran♀.
* Nidoran♀ is the only Pokémon that loses the ability to breed upon evolution.
* Nidoran♀'s {{pkmn2|Shiny|alternate coloration}} is similar to {{p|Nidoran♂}}'s normal coloration, and vice versa for Nidoran♂.
* Nidoran♀ and its {{p|Nidorina|evolution}} share their {{pkmn|category}} with their male counterparts {{p|Nidoran♂}} and {{p|Nidorino}}. They are all known as the Poison Pin Pokémon.
* Due to the fact that its gender, ♀, is included in its name, checking Nidoran♀'s summary from [[Generation II]] onward will display as if it were genderless if it does not have a nickname. If its nickname is anything other than "Nidoran♀", its gender will appear as normal.

===Origin===
Nidoran♀ appears to be based on a {{wp|porcupine}}, {{wp|rabbit}} (perhaps an {{wp|Amami rabbit}}, specifically), {{wp|mouse}}, {{wp|hamster}}, or some combination thereof.

====Name origin====
Nidoran♀ may be derived from ''needle''. It may also come from ''{{wp|cnidocyte}}'', a type of venomous cell responsible for the stings delivered by stinging animals, most notably jellyfish. Alternatively, it may be based on 二 ''ni'' (two) or 二度 ''nido'' (two times/two degrees) referring to the two distinct evolutionary lines with similar names and traits. Also, the Japanese word ''ran'' is translated as ''orchid'' in English. {{wp|Orchid}}s are flowers that can be purple or blue, these being the same colors as the male and female evolutionary forms of Nidoran, respectively. The ''♀'' is an indication of its female gender.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=poison|type2=poison
|ja=ニドラン♀ ''Nidoran♀''|jameaning=Possibly from "needle"
|fr=Nidoran♀|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Nidoran♀|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Nidoran♀|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Nidoran♀|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=니드런♀ ''Nideuran♀''|komeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|zh_yue=尼美蘭 ''Nèihméihlàahn''|zh_yuemeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name. The character {{wp|Orchid|{{tt|蘭|orchid}}}} is usually used in female names. 美蘭 means "beautiful orchid"
|zh_cmn=尼多蘭 / 尼多兰 ''Níduōlán''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name. The character {{wp|Orchid|{{tt|蘭|orchid}}}} is usually used in female names
|th=นิโดรัน ''Nidoran♀''|thmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|hi= नीदोरान ♀''Nidoran ♀'' |himeaning=Transcription of English name
}}

 

==Related articles==

==External links==

==Notes==
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Nidorina (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNext | type=poison | prevnum=029 | nextnum=031 | prev=Nidoran♀ | next=Nidoqueen }}
{{Pokémon Infobox |
name=Nidorina |
jname=ニドリーナ |
jtranslit=Nidorīna |
tmname=Nidorina |
ndex=030 |
jdex=096 |
hdex=228 |
karea=Coastal |
kdex=105 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Poison |
category=Poison Pin |
height-ftin=2'07" |
height-m=0.8 |
weight-lbs=44.1 |
weight-kg=20.0 |
abilityn=d |
ability1=Poison Point |
ability2=Rivalry |
abilityd=Hustle |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Undiscovered |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=2 |
evhp=2 |
expyield=128 |
oldexp=117 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=254 |
color=Blue |
catchrate=120 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=nidorina |
generation=1 |
friendship=70 |
}}
'''Nidorina''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ニドリーナ ''' ''Nidorina'') is a {{type|Poison}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Nidoran♀}} starting at [[level]] 16 and evolves into {{p|Nidoqueen}} when exposed to a {{evostone|Moon Stone}}.

It is related to the {{p|Nidoran♂}} line, but unlike Nidoran♀, Nidorina cannot breed.

==Biology==
Nidorina is a quadruped, light-blue Pokémon with darker blue patches. It has red eyes, large, spiny ears, and has two pointed teeth protruding from its upper jaw. It possesses large poison spikes, which it retracts when with a group and while resting in its burrow. Its paws have three claws each, and it is able to stand on its hind legs. The hind legs are longer and thicker than its forelegs. It has a stubby tail. This is a female only species; the male counterpart is {{p|Nidorino}}.

Nidorina is a gentle Pokémon, known to be a caring mother that chews food for its young. It seems to display close family bonds with others of its kind, and becomes nervous when separated. When Nidorina is in a group, it keeps its barbs tucked away to prevent injury, and even does so when it rests. Nidorina prefers not to fight since its horn grows slowly, but if forced or enraged, it prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting. It also emits ultrasonic cries to befuddle foes. Nidorina lives in hot {{dl|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon|savannas and plains}}.

==In the anime==
[[File:Nidorina anime.png|250px|right|thumb|Nidorina in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
{{oi|Emily}}'s {{p|Nidoran♀}}, nicknamed Maria evolved into Nidorina after battling {{TRT}} and kissing {{oi|Ralph}}'s {{p|Nidoran♂}}, nicknamed Tony, in ''[[EP100|Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?]]''.

[[Whitney]] has a Nidorina. She was easily defeated by {{AP|Ash's Cyndaquil|Quilava}} in their Gym Battle in ''[[EP158|A Goldenrod Opportunity]]''.

[[Temacu]] has a Nidorina which was first seen drinking out of a fountain in ''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]''. She is later seen taking a stroll with Temacu's Nidorino.

===Minor appearances===
A herd of Nidorina were first seen in ''[[EP033|The Flame Pokémon-athon!]]''.

Nidorina also appeared in the banned episode [[EP035]].

Nidorina also appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]'', ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' and ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.

Two Nidorina were seen at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] in ''[[EP115|A Tent Situation]]''.

A Nidorina was one of the Pokémon seen at the Pokémon Swap Meet in ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]''.

A Nidorina was seen in the wild in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''.

Multiple Nidorina appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

A Nidorina appeared under the ownership of a Coordinator in ''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]''.

A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Nidorina appeared in [[XY083]].

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Orange}}
{{Animedexbody|EP100|Nidorina|Ash's Pokédex|Nidorina, the Poison Pin Pokémon. The evolved form of the {{p|Nidoran♀|female Nidoran}}. It emits {{m|Supersonic|supersonic waves}} from its mouth to confuse its enemies.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Orange}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Nido Nidorina.png|thumb|200px|Nidorina in Pokémon Adventures]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{adv|Green}} had a Nidoran♀ in [[Pokémon Adventures]] that evolved into a Nidorina some time between the {{chap|Red, Green & Blue}} and the round ''[[PS073|Valiant Venomoth!]]'' in the {{chap|Yellow}}. It evolved into a {{p|Nidoqueen}} in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen}}.

A Nidorina was seen in a Poké Ball at Elm's Laboratory in ''[[PS121|Off Course with Corsola]]''.

A Nidorina appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to help the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].

==In the TCG==
{{main|Nidorina (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=poison}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=The female's horn develops slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=When resting deep in its burrow, its thorns always retract. This is proof that it is relaxed.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=The female is usually docile. However, if it becomes enraged, it will attack wildly with bites and scratches.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly it prefers not to fight.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=It has a docile nature. If it is threatened with attack, it raises the barbs that are all over its body.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=When Nidorina are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This Pokémon appears to become nervous if separated from the others.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=When it is with its friends or family, its barbs are tucked away to prevent injury. It appears to become nervous if separated from the others.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=The female's horns develop slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than {{p|Nidorino}}'s.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than Nidorino's.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than Nidorino's.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=When Nidorina are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This Pokémon appears to become nervous if separated from the others.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=poison}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
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{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=XD|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness}}
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{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Black}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=White|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Nidoran♀}}}}
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====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Nidoran♀}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=Endless Level 58, Endless Level 64, Forever Level 8, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Lapis Cave]] (4F-8F), [[Wish Cave]] (47F-50F)}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Mt. Bristle]] (4F-9F), [[Labyrinth Cave]] (B1-B9)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Mt. Bristle]] (4F-9F), [[Labyrinth Cave]] (B1-B9)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Eternal Tower]] (Normal Mode C & A)}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Cave: [[Shimmering Lake]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Model Train Room]]: {{DL|Model Train Room|All Aboard!}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
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{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area={{DL|Pokémon Shuffle|Silbern Museum}}: Stage 95}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Ember Mountains]]: {{DL|Ember Mountains| Shrine of Magic}} (All areas), [[Starlight Islands]]: {{DL|Starlight Islands|Surveillance Dunes}} (All areas)}}
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===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=poison
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 70 |
Attack= 62 |
Defense=67 |
SpAtk= 55 |
SpDef= 55 |
Special=55 |
Speed= 56 |
type=Poison }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Poison
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=4
|Power=3
|PowerMax=4
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=poison|
Normal=100 |
Fighting=50 |
Flying=100 |
Poison=50 |
Ground=200 |
Rock=100 |
Bug=50 |
Ghost=100 |
Steel=100 |
Fire=100 |
Water=100 |
Grass=50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic=200 |
Ice=100 |
Dragon=100 |
Dark=100 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
gen1poison=yes|
oldbug=2}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|7|Tail Whip|Normal|Status|—|100|30|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|9|Double Kick|Fighting|Physical|30|100|30|||Cool|2|1}}
{{learnlist/level6|13|Poison Sting|Poison|Physical|15|100|35||'''|Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|20|Fury Swipes|Normal|Physical|18|80|15|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|23|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|28|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|35|Toxic Spikes|Poison|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|38|Flatter|Dark|Status|—|100|15|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|43|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|1|4}}
{{learnlist/level6|50|Captivate|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|58|Poison Fang|Poison|Physical|50|100|15||'''|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM01|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10||'''|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|90|100|10|||Beautiful|1|4}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|110|70|5|||Beautiful|1|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||''|Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10||'''|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20|||Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|XY}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM06|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|133|Eevee}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}{{MSP|678|Meowstic}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|702|Dedenne}}|Charm|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}} {{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}}{{MSP|247|Pupitar}} {{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}|Chip Away|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|448|Lucario}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|108|Lickitung}} {{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|410|Shieldon}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}} {{MSP|614|Beartic}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}}{{MSP|033|Nidorino}}{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}} {{MSP|057|Primeape}}{{MSP|104|Cubone}}{{MSP|105|Marowak}}{{MSP|255|Torchic}}{{MSP|256|Combusken}}{{MSP|257|Blaziken}} {{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}{{MSP|434|Stunky}} {{MSP|435|Skuntank}}{{MSP|501|Oshawott}}{{MSP|502|Dewott}}{{MSP|503|Samurott}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}|Focus Energy|Normal|Status|—|—|30|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|304|Aron}}{{MSP|305|Lairon}}{{MSP|306|Aggron}}|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|336|Seviper}}|Poison Tail|Poison|Physical|50|100|25||'''|Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|252|Treecko}} {{MSP|253|Grovyle}}{{MSP|254|Sceptile}}{{MSP|335|Zangoose}}{{MSP|359|Absol}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|509|Purrloin}}{{MSP|510|Liepard}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}} {{MSP|570|Zorua}}{{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20|||Clever|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|007|Squirtle}}{{MSP|008|Wartortle}}{{MSP|009|Blastoise}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Skull Bash|Normal|Physical|100|100|15|||Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Supersonic|Normal|Status|—|55|20|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|077|Ponyta}}{{MSP|078|Rapidash}} {{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|128|Tauros}} {{MSP|133|Eevee}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}} {{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|234|Stantler}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}} {{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|261|Poochyena}}{{MSP|262|Mightyena}}{{MSP|304|Aron}}{{MSP|305|Lairon}}{{MSP|306|Aggron}} {{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|410|Shieldon}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}{{MSP|443|Gible}}{{MSP|444|Gabite}}{{MSP|445|Garchomp}}{{MSP|449|Hippopotas}} {{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|498|Tepig}}{{MSP|499|Pignite}}{{MSP|500|Emboar}}{{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|650|Chespin}}{{MSP|651|Quilladin}}{{MSP|652|Chesnaught}} {{MSP|659|Bunnelby}}{{MSP|660|Diggersby}}{{MSP|667|Litleo}}{{MSP|668|Pyroar}}{{MSP|672|Skiddo}}{{MSP|673|Gogoat}} {{MSP|676|Furfrou}}{{MSP|698|Amaura}}{{MSP|699|Aurorus}}{{MSP|712|Bergmite}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20|||Tough|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|336|Seviper}}|Venom Drench|Poison|Status|—|100|20|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|||no|yes|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Super Fang|Normal|Physical|—|90|10|||no|yes|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20|||no|yes|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg grass color}}"
! Move
! Card
|- style="background:#fff"
| {{m|Tackle}}
| [[Nidorina (Skyridge 83)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=poison |
ndex=030 |
pinball=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=-19 |
area=Safari |
P1=I'll {{m|bite}} with my pointed fangs! |
P2=Half my HP's gone now... |
P3=I'm sorry... I don't have the energy to even bite... |
PL=I leveled up! My fangs and claws are in top form! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=0.5 |
iq=C |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=2|
rumbledefense=2|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=2|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=3|
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Poison
|pictype=art
|no1=029
|name1=Nidoran♀
|type1-1=Poison
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 16}}
|no2=030
|name2=Nidorina
|type1-2=Poison
|evo2={{bag|Moon Stone}} {{color2|000|Moon Stone}}
|no3=031
|name3=Nidoqueen
|type1-3=Poison
|type2-3=Ground}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|030|Nidorina}}

==Trivia==
* Despite being a non-legendary, gendered species, and Pokédex entries attesting to its care and protection of offspring, Nidorina and its evolution Nidoqueen are unable to breed; only its pre-evolution, Nidoran♀, can breed.
** This also makes Nidorina and Nidoqueen the only two Pokémon that cannot breed even though their pre-evolution can breed.
* Nidorina's Shiny coloration is similar to {{p|Nidorino}}'s regular coloration and vice versa.
* Nidorina and its {{p|Nidoran♀|pre-evolution}} share their {{pkmn|category}} with their male counterparts {{p|Nidoran♂}} and {{p|Nidorino}}. They are all known as the Poison Pin Pokémon.

===Origin===
Nidorina appears to be based on a {{wp|porcupine}}, {{wp|rabbit}}, {{wp|mouse}} or {{wp|hamster}}.

====Name origin====
Nidorina may be a combination of ''needle'' and ''{{wp|rhinoceros}}''. ''Nido'' may also be based on ''{{wp|cnidocyte}}'', a type of venomous cell responsible for the stings delivered by stinging animals, most notably by jellyfish. Alternatively, it may be based on 二 ''ni'' (two) or 二度 ''nido'' (two times/two degrees), referring to the two distinct evolutionary lines using the name with similar names and traits. ''Rina'' likely alludes to its female gender; in some languages, such as {{wp|Spanish language|Spanish}} and {{wp|Italian language|Italian}}, names and words ending in ''a'' are an indication to the female gender.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=poison|type2=poison
|ja=ニドリーナ ''Nidorina''|jameaning=Possibly from "needle", plus feminine ending ''-a''
|fr=Nidorina|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Nidorina|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Nidorina|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Nidorina|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=니드리나 ''Nideurina''|komeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|zh_yue=尼美蘿 ''Nèihméihlòh''|zh_yuemeaning=Rough transliteration of Japanese name. 美 means ''beautiful''
|zh_cmn=尼多娜 ''Níduōnà''|zh_cmnmeaning=Rough transliteration of Japanese name. 娜 ''Nà'' is a word usually used in transliterating female names
|hi= नीदोरीना ''Nidorina'' |himeaning=Transcription of English name
}}

 

==Related articles==

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

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Nidorina (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNext | type=poison | prevnum=029 | nextnum=031 | prev=Nidoran♀ | next=Nidoqueen }}
{{Pokémon Infobox |
name=Nidorina |
jname=ニドリーナ |
jtranslit=Nidorīna |
tmname=Nidorina |
ndex=030 |
jdex=096 |
hdex=228 |
karea=Coastal |
kdex=105 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Poison |
category=Poison Pin |
height-ftin=2'07" |
height-m=0.8 |
weight-lbs=44.1 |
weight-kg=20.0 |
abilityn=d |
ability1=Poison Point |
ability2=Rivalry |
abilityd=Hustle |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Undiscovered |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=2 |
evhp=2 |
expyield=128 |
oldexp=117 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=254 |
color=Blue |
catchrate=120 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=nidorina |
generation=1 |
friendship=70 |
}}
'''Nidorina''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ニドリーナ ''' ''Nidorina'') is a {{type|Poison}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Nidoran♀}} starting at [[level]] 16 and evolves into {{p|Nidoqueen}} when exposed to a {{evostone|Moon Stone}}.

It is related to the {{p|Nidoran♂}} line, but unlike Nidoran♀, Nidorina cannot breed.

==Biology==
Nidorina is a quadruped, light-blue Pokémon with darker blue patches. It has red eyes, large, spiny ears, and has two pointed teeth protruding from its upper jaw. It possesses large poison spikes, which it retracts when with a group and while resting in its burrow. Its paws have three claws each, and it is able to stand on its hind legs. The hind legs are longer and thicker than its forelegs. It has a stubby tail. This is a female only species; the male counterpart is {{p|Nidorino}}.

Nidorina is a gentle Pokémon, known to be a caring mother that chews food for its young. It seems to display close family bonds with others of its kind, and becomes nervous when separated. When Nidorina is in a group, it keeps its barbs tucked away to prevent injury, and even does so when it rests. Nidorina prefers not to fight since its horn grows slowly, but if forced or enraged, it prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting. It also emits ultrasonic cries to befuddle foes. Nidorina lives in hot {{dl|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon|savannas and plains}}.

==In the anime==
[[File:Nidorina anime.png|250px|right|thumb|Nidorina in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
{{oi|Emily}}'s {{p|Nidoran♀}}, nicknamed Maria evolved into Nidorina after battling {{TRT}} and kissing {{oi|Ralph}}'s {{p|Nidoran♂}}, nicknamed Tony, in ''[[EP100|Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?]]''.

[[Whitney]] has a Nidorina. She was easily defeated by {{AP|Ash's Cyndaquil|Quilava}} in their Gym Battle in ''[[EP158|A Goldenrod Opportunity]]''.

[[Temacu]] has a Nidorina which was first seen drinking out of a fountain in ''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]''. She is later seen taking a stroll with Temacu's Nidorino.

===Minor appearances===
A herd of Nidorina were first seen in ''[[EP033|The Flame Pokémon-athon!]]''.

Nidorina also appeared in the banned episode [[EP035]].

Nidorina also appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]'', ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' and ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.

Two Nidorina were seen at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] in ''[[EP115|A Tent Situation]]''.

A Nidorina was one of the Pokémon seen at the Pokémon Swap Meet in ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]''.

A Nidorina was seen in the wild in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''.

Multiple Nidorina appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

A Nidorina appeared under the ownership of a Coordinator in ''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]''.

A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Nidorina appeared in [[XY083]].

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Orange}}
{{Animedexbody|EP100|Nidorina|Ash's Pokédex|Nidorina, the Poison Pin Pokémon. The evolved form of the {{p|Nidoran♀|female Nidoran}}. It emits {{m|Supersonic|supersonic waves}} from its mouth to confuse its enemies.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Orange}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Nido Nidorina.png|thumb|200px|Nidorina in Pokémon Adventures]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{adv|Green}} had a Nidoran♀ in [[Pokémon Adventures]] that evolved into a Nidorina some time between the {{chap|Red, Green & Blue}} and the round ''[[PS073|Valiant Venomoth!]]'' in the {{chap|Yellow}}. It evolved into a {{p|Nidoqueen}} in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen}}.

A Nidorina was seen in a Poké Ball at Elm's Laboratory in ''[[PS121|Off Course with Corsola]]''.

A Nidorina appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to help the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].

==In the TCG==
{{main|Nidorina (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=poison}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=The female's horn develops slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=When resting deep in its burrow, its thorns always retract. This is proof that it is relaxed.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=The female is usually docile. However, if it becomes enraged, it will attack wildly with bites and scratches.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly it prefers not to fight.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=It has a docile nature. If it is threatened with attack, it raises the barbs that are all over its body.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=When Nidorina are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This Pokémon appears to become nervous if separated from the others.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=When it is with its friends or family, its barbs are tucked away to prevent injury. It appears to become nervous if separated from the others.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=The female's horns develop slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than {{p|Nidorino}}'s.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews and tenderizes the food, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=It has a calm and caring nature. Because its horn grows slowly, it prefers not to fight.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than Nidorino's.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=When it senses danger, it raises all the barbs on its body. These barbs grow slower than Nidorino's.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=The female has a gentle temperament. It emits ultrasonic cries that have the power to befuddle foes.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=When feeding its young, it first chews the food into a paste, then spits it out for the offspring.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=When Nidorina are with their friends or family, they keep their barbs tucked away to prevent hurting each other. This Pokémon appears to become nervous if separated from the others.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=poison}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Red|area={{safari|Kanto}}, [[Rocket Game Corner]] [[List of in-game trades#Red and Blue / Red and Green|Trade]] {{p|Nidorino}} on {{rt|11|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Blue|t=fff|area={{safari|Kanto}} [[List of in-game trades#Red and Blue / Red and Green|Trade]] {{p|Nidorino}} on {{rt|11|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Blue|ex=(Japan)|t=fff|link=Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|area={{safari|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Yellow|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|9|Kanto}} and {{rtn|23|Kanto}}, {{safari|Kanto}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Gold|v2=Silver|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|15|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Crystal|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|15|Kanto}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Emerald}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=FireRed|area={{safari|Kanto}} [[List of in-game trades#FireRed and LeafGreen|Trade]] {{p|Nidorino}} on {{rt|11|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|area={{safari|Kanto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=XD|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area={{rt|221|Sinnoh}}, [[Valor Lakefront]] ([[Poké Radar]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area={{rt|221|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|area={{rt|15|Kanto}} {{safari|Johto}}{{sup/t|N}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{Locationcolor/light|land}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Field}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Black}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=White|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Nidoran♀}}}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=fff|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Nidoran♀}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=fff|area={{rt|11|Kalos}} ([[Horde Encounter]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|area=[[Trade]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Nidoran♀}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=Endless Level 58, Endless Level 64, Forever Level 8, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Lapis Cave]] (4F-8F), [[Wish Cave]] (47F-50F)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Mt. Bristle]] (4F-9F), [[Labyrinth Cave]] (B1-B9)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Mt. Bristle]] (4F-9F), [[Labyrinth Cave]] (B1-B9)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Eternal Tower]] (Normal Mode C & A)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Cave: [[Shimmering Lake]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Model Train Room]]: {{DL|Model Train Room|All Aboard!}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{yellow color}}|area=[[Infinite Ruins]]: {{DL|Infinite Ruins|Stage 3}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area={{DL|Pokémon Shuffle|Silbern Museum}}: Stage 95}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Ember Mountains]]: {{DL|Ember Mountains| Shrine of Magic}} (All areas), [[Starlight Islands]]: {{DL|Starlight Islands|Surveillance Dunes}} (All areas)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=poison
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 70 |
Attack= 62 |
Defense=67 |
SpAtk= 55 |
SpDef= 55 |
Special=55 |
Speed= 56 |
type=Poison }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Poison
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=4
|Power=3
|PowerMax=4
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=poison|
Normal=100 |
Fighting=50 |
Flying=100 |
Poison=50 |
Ground=200 |
Rock=100 |
Bug=50 |
Ghost=100 |
Steel=100 |
Fire=100 |
Water=100 |
Grass=50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic=200 |
Ice=100 |
Dragon=100 |
Dark=100 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
gen1poison=yes|
oldbug=2}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|7|Tail Whip|Normal|Status|—|100|30|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|9|Double Kick|Fighting|Physical|30|100|30|||Cool|2|1}}
{{learnlist/level6|13|Poison Sting|Poison|Physical|15|100|35||'''|Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|20|Fury Swipes|Normal|Physical|18|80|15|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|23|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|28|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|35|Toxic Spikes|Poison|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|38|Flatter|Dark|Status|—|100|15|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|43|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|1|4}}
{{learnlist/level6|50|Captivate|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|58|Poison Fang|Poison|Physical|50|100|15||'''|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM01|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10||'''|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|90|100|10|||Beautiful|1|4}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|110|70|5|||Beautiful|1|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||''|Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10||'''|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20|||Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|XY}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM06|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|133|Eevee}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}{{MSP|678|Meowstic}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|702|Dedenne}}|Charm|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}} {{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}}{{MSP|247|Pupitar}} {{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}|Chip Away|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|448|Lucario}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|108|Lickitung}} {{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|410|Shieldon}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}} {{MSP|614|Beartic}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}}{{MSP|033|Nidorino}}{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}} {{MSP|057|Primeape}}{{MSP|104|Cubone}}{{MSP|105|Marowak}}{{MSP|255|Torchic}}{{MSP|256|Combusken}}{{MSP|257|Blaziken}} {{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}{{MSP|434|Stunky}} {{MSP|435|Skuntank}}{{MSP|501|Oshawott}}{{MSP|502|Dewott}}{{MSP|503|Samurott}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}|Focus Energy|Normal|Status|—|—|30|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|304|Aron}}{{MSP|305|Lairon}}{{MSP|306|Aggron}}|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|336|Seviper}}|Poison Tail|Poison|Physical|50|100|25||'''|Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|252|Treecko}} {{MSP|253|Grovyle}}{{MSP|254|Sceptile}}{{MSP|335|Zangoose}}{{MSP|359|Absol}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|509|Purrloin}}{{MSP|510|Liepard}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}} {{MSP|570|Zorua}}{{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20|||Clever|2|1}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|007|Squirtle}}{{MSP|008|Wartortle}}{{MSP|009|Blastoise}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Skull Bash|Normal|Physical|100|100|15|||Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Supersonic|Normal|Status|—|55|20|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|077|Ponyta}}{{MSP|078|Rapidash}} {{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|128|Tauros}} {{MSP|133|Eevee}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}} {{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|234|Stantler}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}} {{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|261|Poochyena}}{{MSP|262|Mightyena}}{{MSP|304|Aron}}{{MSP|305|Lairon}}{{MSP|306|Aggron}} {{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|410|Shieldon}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}{{MSP|443|Gible}}{{MSP|444|Gabite}}{{MSP|445|Garchomp}}{{MSP|449|Hippopotas}} {{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|498|Tepig}}{{MSP|499|Pignite}}{{MSP|500|Emboar}}{{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|650|Chespin}}{{MSP|651|Quilladin}}{{MSP|652|Chesnaught}} {{MSP|659|Bunnelby}}{{MSP|660|Diggersby}}{{MSP|667|Litleo}}{{MSP|668|Pyroar}}{{MSP|672|Skiddo}}{{MSP|673|Gogoat}} {{MSP|676|Furfrou}}{{MSP|698|Amaura}}{{MSP|699|Aurorus}}{{MSP|712|Bergmite}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20|||Tough|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|336|Seviper}}|Venom Drench|Poison|Status|—|100|20|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|||no|yes|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Super Fang|Normal|Physical|—|90|10|||no|yes|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20|||no|yes|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Nidorina|Poison|Poison|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg grass color}}"
! Move
! Card
|- style="background:#fff"
| {{m|Tackle}}
| [[Nidorina (Skyridge 83)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=poison |
ndex=030 |
pinball=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=-19 |
area=Safari |
P1=I'll {{m|bite}} with my pointed fangs! |
P2=Half my HP's gone now... |
P3=I'm sorry... I don't have the energy to even bite... |
PL=I leveled up! My fangs and claws are in top form! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=0.5 |
iq=C |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=2|
rumbledefense=2|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=2|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=3|
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Poison
|pictype=art
|no1=029
|name1=Nidoran♀
|type1-1=Poison
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 16}}
|no2=030
|name2=Nidorina
|type1-2=Poison
|evo2={{bag|Moon Stone}} {{color2|000|Moon Stone}}
|no3=031
|name3=Nidoqueen
|type1-3=Poison
|type2-3=Ground}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=030}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|030|Nidorina}}

==Trivia==
* Despite being a non-legendary, gendered species, and Pokédex entries attesting to its care and protection of offspring, Nidorina and its evolution Nidoqueen are unable to breed; only its pre-evolution, Nidoran♀, can breed.
** This also makes Nidorina and Nidoqueen the only two Pokémon that cannot breed even though their pre-evolution can breed.
* Nidorina's Shiny coloration is similar to {{p|Nidorino}}'s regular coloration and vice versa.
* Nidorina and its {{p|Nidoran♀|pre-evolution}} share their {{pkmn|category}} with their male counterparts {{p|Nidoran♂}} and {{p|Nidorino}}. They are all known as the Poison Pin Pokémon.

===Origin===
Nidorina appears to be based on a {{wp|porcupine}}, {{wp|rabbit}}, {{wp|mouse}} or {{wp|hamster}}.

====Name origin====
Nidorina may be a combination of ''needle'' and ''{{wp|rhinoceros}}''. ''Nido'' may also be based on ''{{wp|cnidocyte}}'', a type of venomous cell responsible for the stings delivered by stinging animals, most notably by jellyfish. Alternatively, it may be based on 二 ''ni'' (two) or 二度 ''nido'' (two times/two degrees), referring to the two distinct evolutionary lines using the name with similar names and traits. ''Rina'' likely alludes to its female gender; in some languages, such as {{wp|Spanish language|Spanish}} and {{wp|Italian language|Italian}}, names and words ending in ''a'' are an indication to the female gender.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=poison|type2=poison
|ja=ニドリーナ ''Nidorina''|jameaning=Possibly from "needle", plus feminine ending ''-a''
|fr=Nidorina|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Nidorina|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Nidorina|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Nidorina|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=니드리나 ''Nideurina''|komeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|zh_yue=尼美蘿 ''Nèihméihlòh''|zh_yuemeaning=Rough transliteration of Japanese name. 美 means ''beautiful''
|zh_cmn=尼多娜 ''Níduōnà''|zh_cmnmeaning=Rough transliteration of Japanese name. 娜 ''Nà'' is a word usually used in transliterating female names
|hi= नीदोरीना ''Nidorina'' |himeaning=Transcription of English name
}}

 

==Related articles==

==External links==

==Notes==
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Nidoran♂ (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Nidoran | type=poison | prevnum=031 | nextnum=033 | prev=Nidoqueen | next=Nidorino }}
{{Pokémon Infobox |
name=Nidoran♂ |
jname=ニドラン♂ |
tmname=Nidoran♂ |
image=032Nidoran.png |
ndex=032 |
jdex=098 |
hdex=230 |
karea=Coastal |
kdex=107 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Poison |
category=Poison Pin |
height-ftin=1'08" |
height-m=0.5 |
weight-lbs=19.8 |
weight-kg=9.0 |
abilityn=d |
ability1=Poison Point |
ability2=Rivalry |
abilityd=Hustle |
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Field |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=1 |
evat=1 |
expyield=55 |
oldexp=60 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=0 |
color=Purple |
catchrate=235 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=nidoran(m) |
generation=1 |
friendship=70 |
}}
'''Nidoran♂''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ニドラン♂''' ''Nidoran♂'') is a {{type|Poison}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Nidorino}} starting at [[level]] 16, which evolves into {{p|Nidoking}} when exposed to a {{evostone|Moon Stone}}.

It is related to {{p|Nidoran♀}} and, through {{p|Ditto}}, can lay {{pkmn|Egg}}s that contain either Nidoran♂ or Nidoran♀.

==Biology==
Nidoran♂ is a small, quadruped rodent-like Pokémon. It is pinkish purple with darker spots, and has large, spiny ears, oversized front teeth, and red eyes. Its back is covered with many large spines that can release potent poisons if threatened. There is a long, pointed horn on its forehead. The size of this horn is indicative of the strength of its venom. Nidoran♂ is an exclusively male Pokémon, {{p|Nidoran♀}} being its female counterpart.

Nidoran♂ constantly listens for the sounds of approaching enemies with its large ears. Said ears have unique muscles that allow them to be moved in any direction, and even the slightest sound does not escape Nidoran♂'s notice. In order to listen to distant locations, it flaps its ears like wings. When angry, it extends its toxic spikes and charges, stabbing with its horn to inject poison. Nidoran♂ lives in open spaces, such as {{dl|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon|savannas and plains}}.

==In the anime==
[[File:Ralph Tony.png|thumb|200px|Nidoran♂ in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
{{oi|Ralph}} owned a Nidoran♂ which evolved into a Nidorino after kissing {{Oi|Emily}}'s {{p|Nidoran♀}} in ''[[EP100|Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?]]''.

In ''[[DP109|Leading a Stray!]]'', one was part of a {{p|Luxio}}'s group.
===Minor appearances===
Nidoran♂ first appeared in ''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''.

A Nidoran♂ appeared in ''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''.

A group of {{Shiny}} (due to a coloring error) Nidoran♂ were seen at Professor Oak's Laboratory in ''[[EP065|Showdown at the Po-ké Corral]]''.

A Nidoran♂ under the ownership of an unnamed Trainer appeared in ''[[EP073|Bad to the Bone]]''.

A differently patterned Nidoran♂ appeared in ''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''.

A {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Pink Pokémon|pink}} Nidoran♂ appeared in [[EP088|In the Pink]]. {{TRT}} tried to capture him along with his female counterpart until a {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Pink Nidoking|pink}} {{p|Nidoking}} chased them off.

Nidoran♂ also appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''.

A Nidoran♂ and a Nidoran♀ were cuddling behind a bush in ''[[EP126|The Chikorita Rescue]]''.

A Nidoran♂ along with a Nidoran♀ briefly appeared in ''[[EP143|Going Apricorn!]]'' at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] where they were being fed by {{Tracey}}.

A Nidoran♂ was one of the Pokémon stolen by [[Butch]] and [[Cassidy]] in ''[[EP157|The Fortune Hunters]]''.

Nidoran♂ also appeared in ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]''.

A Nidoran couple were among the inhabitants of the [[Dragon Holy Land]] in ''[[EP252|Fangs for Nothin']]''.

A Nidoran♂ was one of the Pokémon seen at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] in ''[[SS004|Showdown at the Oak Corral]]''.

Multiple Nidoran♂ appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

Nidoran♂ appeared in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' living in the [[Tree of Beginning]].

One also appeared in ''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part One]]''.

Multiple Nidoran♂ made a cameo in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''.

A Nidoran♂ appeared in [[evolution|Cilan's demonstration]] in ''[[BW135|Mystery on a Deserted Island!]].''

A Nidoran♂ appeared in ''[[XY008|Grooming Furfrou!]]''.

A Nidoran♂ appeared in a flashback/fantasy in ''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''.

Multiple Nidoran♂ appeared in ''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Orange}}
{{Animedexbody|EP100|Nidoran♂|Ash's Pokédex|Nidoran♂. Its horn is larger than the {{p|Nidoran♀|female's}} and its {{m|Horn Attack}} is quite powerful.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Orange}}

===In Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Red Nidoran m PO.png|thumb|left|250px|Nidoran♂ in Pokémon Origins]]
{{OBP|Red|Origins}}'s used Nidoran♂ during his Gym battle with [[Brock]] in ''[[PO02|File 1: Red]]''.
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==In the manga==
[[File:Shu Nidoran M.png|thumb|Nidoran♂ in Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All]]
===In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga===
Nidoran♂ first he appeared in ''[[PS039|Just a Spearow Carrier]]'' belonging to [[Wilton]]. {{adv|Green}} attempted to trick the man into trading his {{p|Butterfree}} for her weak {{p|Weedle}} because his Pokémon was infatuated with her {{DL|Green (Adventures)|Nidory|female Nidoran}}. {{adv|Red}} was able to stop her from carrying out this plan, however.

Another Nidoran♂ appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to help the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].

===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga===
[[Shu]] has a Nidoran♂ in the [[Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All]] manga.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
{{Zensho|Satoshi}} catches a Nidoran♂ in ''[[PZ04|Vermilion City]]''. However, Nidoran♂ turns out to be [[Bill]] in the end.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Nidoran♂ (TCG)}}

==In the TFG==
One Nidoran♂ figure has been released.

* {{TFG|Next Quest}}: {{TFG ID|Next Quest|Nidoran♂|32}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=poison}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=Stiffens its ears to sense danger. The larger its horns, the more powerful its secreted venom.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=Its large ears are always kept upright. If it senses danger, it will attack with a poisonous sting.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Its large ears sense danger. It extends its toxic spikes when angry. The size of its body thorns indicates its toxicity.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=It is small, but its horn is filled with poison. It charges then stabs with the horn to inject poison.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. It will strike first if it senses any danger.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=It constantly moves its large ears in many directions in order to detect danger right away.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=It is small, but its horn is filled with poison. It charges then stabs with the horn to inject poison.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=The male Nidoran has developed muscles for moving its ears. Thanks to them, the ears can be freely moved in any direction. Even the slightest sound does not escape this Pokémon's notice.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=The male Nidoran has developed muscles that freely move its ears in any direction. Even the slightest sound does not escape this Pokémon's notice.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=Its large ears are flapped like wings when it is listening to distant sounds. It extends toxic barbs when angered.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=It stiffens its ears to sense danger. The larger its horns, the more powerful its secreted venom.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=It is small, but its horn is filled with poison. It charges then stabs with the horn to inject poison.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. It will strike first if it senses any danger.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry= It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=Its large ears are flapped like wings when it is listening to distant sounds. It extends toxic barbs when angered.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Nidoran♂ has developed muscles for moving its ears. Thanks to them, the ears can be freely moved in any direction. Even the slightest sound does not escape this Pokémon's notice.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

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====In side games====
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====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|type=poison}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Lovely Kiss Nidoran♂|English|United States|5|February 1 to 14, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Lovely Kiss Nidoran♂}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Sweet Kiss Nidoran♂|English|United States|5|February 1 to 14, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Sweet Kiss Nidoran♂}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Morning Sun Nidoran♂|English|United States|5|August 9 to 29, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Morning Sun Nidoran♂}}
|}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems|type=poison
|rby1=TM43|rby1type=TM|rby1rar=100|rby1TMmove=Detect|rby1TMtype=Fighting
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 46 |
Attack= 57 |
Defense=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Special=40 |
Speed= 50 |
type=Poison }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Poison
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=2
|PowerMax=4
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=1
|StaminaMax=2
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=poison|
Normal=100 |
Fighting=50 |
Flying=100 |
Poison=50 |
Ground=200 |
Rock=100 |
Bug=50 |
Ghost=100 |
Steel=100 |
Fire=100 |
Water=100 |
Grass=50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic=200 |
Ice=100 |
Dragon=100 |
Dark=100 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
gen1poison=yes|
oldbug=2}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30|||Cool|2|1}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Peck|Flying|Physical|35|100|35|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|7|Focus Energy|Normal|Status|—|—|30|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|9|Double Kick|Fighting|Physical|30|100|30|||Cool|2|1}}
{{learnlist/level6|13|Poison Sting|Poison|Physical|15|100|35||'''|Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|19|Fury Attack|Normal|Physical|15|85|20|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|21|Horn Attack|Normal|Physical|65|100|25|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|25|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|31|Toxic Spikes|Poison|Status|—|—|20|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|33|Flatter|Dark|Status|—|100|15|||Clever|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|37|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|43|Captivate|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|45|Horn Drill|Normal|Physical|—|30|5|||Cool|2|1}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM01|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10||'''|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|90|100|10|||Beautiful|1|4}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|110|70|5|||Beautiful|1|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||''|Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10||'''|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|10|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|XY}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM06|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
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{{learnlist/breedf/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Drill Run|Ground|Physical|80|95|10||''|no|yes|Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes|Clever|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20|||no|yes|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Super Fang|Normal|Physical|—|90|10|||no|yes|Tough|2|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20|||no|yes|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Nidoran♂|Poison|Poison|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg grass color}}"
! Move
! Card
|- style="background:#fff"
| {{m|Scratch}}
| [[Nidoran♂ (Aquapolis 96)]]

|}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=poison |
ndex=032 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12.6 |
area=Safari |
P1=Don't laugh at my {{a|Poison Point|poisonous spikes}}! |
P2=I'm down to half HP... |
P3=I'm close to dropping... |
PL=Leveled up! Yes, I'm pleased! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=C |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=1|
rumbledefense=1|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=1|
rumble2defense=1|
rumble2speed=3|
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Poison
|pictype=art
|no1=032
|name1=Nidoran♂
|type1-1=Poison
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 16}}
|no2=033
|name2=Nidorino
|type1-2=Poison
|evo2={{bag|Moon Stone}} {{color2|000|Moon Stone}}
|no3=034
|name3=Nidoking
|type1-3=Poison
|type2-3=Ground}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Poison}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=032}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=032}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=032}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=032}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=032}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=032}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|032|Nidoran♂}}

==Trivia==
* Nidoran was the first Pokémon to feature gender differences, and even gender; however, their difference is much greater than most later Pokémon.
* Despite the addition of genders in all Pokémon starting in Generation II, the two variations of Nidoran remained separate species, rather than a singular species that splits down different evolution paths based on gender.
** When an {{pkmn|Egg}} is produced from Nidoran and Ditto parents, the gender ratio of the Egg favors the gender of the non-Ditto parent by an unknown margin.
** A Nidoran♀ {{pkmn|Egg}} has a chance of hatching into a Nidoran♂ when bred with a non-Nidoran♂ compatible father.
* Nidoran♂'s {{pkmn2|Shiny|alternate coloration}} is similar to {{p|Nidoran♀}}'s normal coloration. The same goes for Nidoran♀ .
* Nidoran♂ and its {{p|Nidorino|evolution}} share their {{pkmn|category}} with their female counterparts {{p|Nidoran♀}} and {{p|Nidorina}}. They are all known as the Poison Pin Pokémon.
* Due to the fact that its gender, ♂, is included in its name, checking Nidoran♂'s summary from [[Generation II]] onward will display as if it were genderless if it does not have a nickname. If its nickname is anything other than "Nidoran♂", its gender will appear as normal.
* Nidoran♂ is the only Pokémon with a base stat total of 273.

===Origin===
Nidoran♂ appears to be based on a {{wp|porcupine}}, {{wp|rabbit}}, {{wp|mouse}}, or a {{wp|hamster}}, as seen by their aggressive nature towards one another.

====Name origin====
Nidoran♂ may be derived from ''needle''. It may also come from ''{{wp|cnidocyte}}'', a type of venomous cell responsible for the stings delivered by stinging animals, most notably jellyfish. Alternatively, it may be based on 二 ''ni'' (two) or 二度 ''nido'' (two times/two degrees) referring to the two distinct evolutionary lines with similar names and traits. Also, the Japanese word ''ran'' is translated as ''orchid'' in English. {{wp|Orchid}}s are flowers that can be purple or blue, these being the same colors as the male and female evolutionary forms of Nidoran, respectively. The ''♂'' is an indication of its male gender.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=poison|type2=poison
|ja=ニドラン♂ ''Nidoran♂''|jameaning=Possibly from "needle"
|fr=Nidoran♂|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Nidoran♂|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Nidoran♂|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Nidoran♂|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=니드런♂ ''Nideuran♂''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_yue=尼多郎 ''Nèihdōlòhng''|zh_yuemeaning=Transliteration of its original name. The character 郎 ''lòhng'' refers to young males
|zh_cmn=尼多朗 ''Níduōláng''|zh_cmnmeaning= Transliteration of its Japanese name. 朗 ''Láng'' is a word usually used in transliterating male names
}}

 

==Related articles==

==External links==

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