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Dugtrio Mole Pokémon ダグトリオ Dugtrio #051 Dugtrio Alolan Dugtrio Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Types Ground Unknown Dugtrio Ground Steel Alolan Dugtrio Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown
Abilities Sand Veil or Arena Trap Dugtrio Sand Veil or Tangling Hair Alolan Dugtrio Cacophony Sand Force Hidden Ability Cacophony Hidden Ability Cacophony Alolan Dugtrio Cacophony
Gender ratio Unknown 50% male, 50% female	Catch rate 50 (12.9%)
Breeding Egg Group Field Hatch time 20 cycles
Height 2'04" 0.7 m Dugtrio 2'04" 0.7 m Alolan Dugtrio 0'0" 0 m {{{form3}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form4}}}	Weight 73.4 lbs. 33.3 kg Dugtrio 146.8 lbs. 66.6 kg Alolan Dugtrio 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form3}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form4}}}
Mega Stone [[|]] [[|]]
Base experience yield 153 Gen. I-IV Unknown IV 149 V+	Leveling rate Medium Fast
EV yield Total: 2 Dugtrio 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 2 Speed Alolan Dugtrio 0 HP 2 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed
Shape	Footprint Alolan Dugtrio
Pokédex color   Brown	Base friendship 70
External Links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation I Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Dugtrio (Japanese: ダグトリオ Dugtrio) is a Ground-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

It evolves from Diglett starting at level 26.

In Alola, Dugtrio has a Ground/Steel-type regional form. It evolves from Alolan Diglett starting at level 26.

Biology

Dugtrio is a set of Diglett triplets sharing a single body. Each head has brown skin, black eyes, and a large, round, pink nose. Dugtrio's three heads think the same thoughts and act cooperatively, though on rare occasions may fight over which head gets to eat first. In order to make burrowing easier, each head will bob up and down to loosen the soil. Dugtrio can tunnel under the earth at 60 mph (100 km/h) to a depth of 60 miles (100 kilometers), triggering tremors and earthquakes. It is capable of burrowing endlessly. Dugtrio lives in tunnels and caves under the earth. As shown in the anime, it sometimes lives in hollow trees in forests. It maintains the soil and plants trees to revitalize wooded areas. For a brief time, Fissure was its signature move. Druddigon is a natural predator of Dugtrio.

Alolan Dugtrio is nearly identical to its counterpart, except each head has a mop of golden hair formed from modified whiskers. The left head has a bob-cut, the right head has curly "shoulder-length" hair, and the last one has flowing hair that touches the ground behind it. This hair is made out of thin, yet heavy strands of steel and it grows slowly and continuously throughout Alolan Dugtrio's life.^[1] The hairs act as sensors that can detect vibrations from long distances underground. The Alolan Dugtrio is regarded as a feminine deity of the earth and taking its hairs is thought to bring bad luck.

In the anime

Main series

Dugtrio and Alolan Dugtrio in the anime

Major appearances

In Dig Those Diglett!, multiple Dugtrio worked with Diglett to plant trees in a forest.

In The Underground Round Up, Poncho used a Digtrio and multiple Diglett to rid a town of Electrode. Poncho only used his Dugtrio to get rid of Team Rocket's Electrode Eliminator.

In Got Miltank?, two Dugtrio brought Meowth and Ash's Cyndaquil to a Pokémon-exclusive oasis after they got hurt and lost in the desert.

In Balance of Power, multiple Dugtrio were disturbed by Norman's Slaking's Earthquake. The nearby Jessie kicked a rock at them, angering them and prompting them to chase after her, James, and Meowth.

In Shocks and Bonds, Katie used a Dugtrio against Ash during the Ever Grande Conference. Dugtrio defeated Pikachu, but was then defeated by Glalie's powerful Ice Beam.

In The Green Guardian, Solana used her Capture Styler to receive a Dugtrio's assistance in building an underground tunnel that Ash and his friends could use to bypass vines and get to Celebi.

In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time & Darkness and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - Beyond Time & Darkness, multiple Dugtrio were sentries for the Wigglytuff Guild.

In Making Friends and Influencing Villains!, two Dugtrio helped befriend a Shiny Phantump.

In Getting the Band Back Together! DJ Leo owns an Alolan Dugtrio, having named the three heads Jessica, Ashley, and Michael. In The Professors' New Adventure!, it attended the wedding of Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet with DJ Leo. It reappeared again in Battle Royal 151!.

In JN052, a Dugtrio was the leader of a group of Diglett that were eating the crops on Endo Farm. Goh eventually caught it and used it in a battle against Team Rocket, sending them blasting off. Goh then gave Dugtrio to Endo after realizing Dugtrio could help cultivate soil.

Minor appearances

In Pikachu's Vacation, a Dugtrio was at the Pokémon Theme Park.

A Dugtrio appeared in Clefairy Tales.

Multiple wild Dugtrio appeared in Pikachu's Rescue Adventure.

In Pikachu & Pichu, a Dugtrio lived in Big Town.

In Beauty and the Breeder, a Pokémon Breeder's Dugtrio participated in a Pokémon breeding competition.

In Right On, Rhydon!, Pietra uses three Dugtrio for her digging project, specifically for the task of carrying large rocks.

A Dugtrio appeared in The Legend of Thunder!.

A Dugtrio appeared in A Six Pack Attack!.

In The Ribbon Cup Caper, a Dugtrio was at the ship's Pokémon Center.

Multiple Dugtrio briefly appeared in Giratina and the Sky Warrior.

In One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!, the Pokémon Summer Academy lent a Dugtrio to Conway for the first leg of the Pokémon Triathlon.

In A Rivalry to Gible On!, multiple Dugtrio lived at Mt. Shady.

In Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade, a Dugtrio watched Meloetta's concert.

Eight Dugtrio appeared in Alola, Kanto!, with two of them belonging two Trainers, and one being an Alolan Dugtrio.

In Dewpider Ascending!, an Alolan Dugtrio popped up from the ground underneath Dewpider and bounced it on its head, sending it flying into a tree.

In Showering the World with Love!, an Alolan Dugtrio was leaving Hokulani Observatory just as Ash, his classmates, and Professor Kukui arrived.

A Trainer's Alolan Dugtrio appeared in A Young Royal Flame Ignites!.

A Dugtrio appeared in flashbacks in Enter Pikachu! and Dreams Are Made of These!.

In Working My Way Back to Mew!, Goh attempted to catch a Dugtrio but failed.

In That New Old Gang of Mine!, Goh ended up chasing an Alolan Dugtrio after mistaking its burrowing through the ground for a Grubbin that he was trying to catch.

Pokédex entries

GOTCHA!

An Alolan Dugtrio briefly appeared in GOTCHA!, under the ownership of Molayne.

In the manga

Dugtrio in Pokémon Adventures

Alolan Dugtrio in Pokémon Adventures

Movie adaptations

A Dugtrio appeared in the manga adaptation of Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel as a resident of the Nebel Plateau.

Pokémon Adventures

In Long Live the Nidoqueen!?, Giovanni has a Dugtrio as a part of his Ground-type team. He was used to shatter the opening mechanisms on Red's Poké Balls, preventing him from releasing his Pokémon from them.

A group of wild Diglett appeared in Can You Diglett?, where they were seen crossing the tunnel Bruno's Onix made when he battled Red. During this, some of them evolved into Dugtrio.

A Dugtrio appeared in The Last Battle XIII as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest.

The Underground Man owns three Dugtrio that help him dig underground. They first appeared in Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia I.

Alolan Dugtrio debuted in Truth and the Mastermind Behind Team Skull, with one being seen with Molayne.

Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys

A Dugtrio appeared in the intro of Let's Go! The Journey Towards The Championship.

Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All

Ken owns a Dugtrio, as seen in GDZ16.

A Dugtrio appeared in GDZ34.

A Dugtrio appeared in GDZ50, under the ownership of a collector.

A Dugtrio appeared in GDZ63.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blazing Exploration Team

A Dugtrio appeared in BET2 as a member of Wigglytuff's Guild.

A Dugtrio appeared in BET5.

Pokémon Pocket Monsters

Green's Dugtrio briefly appeared in Red VS Green?!.

A Dugtrio appeared in Pikachu's Birthday Party.

In the TCG

Main article: Dugtrio (TCG)

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

In the Pokémon Stadium 2 stage, a Dugtrio can be seen on the Ground Terrain situated next to a large rock. Cubone & Pokémon Fossils can also be seen on the Ground Terrain.

Trophy information

"A Mole Pokémon. It has three heads that seem to all think the same thing. It lives in caves and is skilled at digging--no matter how hard the ground is, it can dig up to 62 miles below the surface. It's among the fastest of Ground-type Pokémon, a characteristic that can be counted on in combat. Its Sand Tomb is an effective attack that prevents opponents from escaping."

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Dugtrio appears as a Spirit.

Game data

NPC appearances

• Pokémon Pinball: Dugtrio appears in a bonus stage that can be accessed by the Red Table. After the player has knocked out a number of Diglett, they must knock out the Dugtrio that appears to win.
• Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team: Dugtrio sends the player to Mt. Steel to rescue his son in the third story mission of the game. Dugtrio loves to show off to his son, but often forgets that people can't see him underground.
• Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Dugtrio is one of the members of the Wigglytuff Guild. He updates the Outlaw Notice Board and Job Bulletin Board with rotating boards. Like in the previous game, Diglett is his son. He believes that he can swim in the sea, despite being a Ground type.

Pokédex entries

Game locations

In side games

Held items

Dugtrio

Game		Held Item(s)
Red*	Blue*	Gold Berry (100%)
Yellow*
Pokémon XD		Soft Sand (100%)
Diamond	Pearl	Soft Sand (5%)
Platinum
HeartGold	SoulSilver	Soft Sand (5%)
X	Y	Soft Sand (5%)
Sword	Shield	Soft Sand (5%)

Alolan Dugtrio

Game		Held Item(s)
Sun	Moon	Soft Sand (5%)
Ultra Sun	Ultra Moon	Soft Sand (5%)

Stats

Base stats

Dugtrio

Generations I-VI

Generation VII onward

Alolan Dugtrio

Pokéathlon stats

Type effectiveness

Dugtrio

• In addition, Dugtrio is immune to the move Telekinesis.

Alolan Dugtrio

• In addition, Alolan Dugtrio is immune to the move Telekinesis.

Learnset

By leveling up

Dugtrio

Alolan Dugtrio

By TM/TR

Dugtrio

Generation VIII Other generations: I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX

TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  TM08 TM08 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5 TM09 TM09 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5 TM15 TM15 Dig Ground Physical 08080 100}}100% 10 TM16 TM16 Screech Normal Status 0000— 085}}85% 40 TM21 TM21 Rest Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM22 TM22 Rock Slide Rock Physical 07575 090}}90% 10 TM23 TM23 Thief Dark Physical 06060 100}}100% 25 TM24 TM24 Snore Normal Special 05050 100}}100% 15 TM25 TM25 Protect Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM31 TM31 Attract Normal Status 0000— 100}}100% 15 TM32 TM32 Sandstorm Rock Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM34 TM34 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000— 00—}}—% 5 TM37 TM37 Beat Up Dark Physical 0000— 100}}100% 10 TM39 TM39 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20 TM48 TM48 Rock Tomb Rock Physical 06060 095}}95% 15 TM49 TM49 Sand Tomb Ground Physical 03535 085}}85% 15 TM58 TM58 Assurance Dark Physical 06060 100}}100% 10 TM65 TM65 Shadow Claw Ghost Physical 07070 100}}100% 15 TM76 TM76 Round Normal Special 06060 100}}100% 15 TM81 TM81 Bulldoze Ground Physical 06060 100}}100% 20 TM98 TM98 Stomping Tantrum Ground Physical 07575 100}}100% 10 TR01 TR01 Body Slam Normal Physical 08585 100}}100% 15 TR10 TR10 Earthquake Ground Physical 100100 100}}100% 10 TR12 TR12 Agility Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 30 TR19 TR19 Tri Attack Normal Special 08080 100}}100% 10 TR20 TR20 Substitute Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TR21 TR21 Reversal Fighting Physical 0000— 100}}100% 15 TR22 TR22 Sludge Bomb Poison Special 09090 100}}100% 10 TR26 TR26 Endure Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TR27 TR27 Sleep Talk Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TR35 TR35 Uproar Normal Special 09090 100}}100% 10 TR67 TR67 Earth Power Ground Special 09090 100}}100% 10 TR75 TR75 Stone Edge Rock Physical 100100 080}}80% 5 TR76 TR76 Stealth Rock Rock Status 0000— 00—}}—% 20 TR78 TR78 Sludge Wave Poison Special 09595 100}}100% 10 TR83 TR83 Ally Switch Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 15 TR85 TR85 Work Up Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 30 TR94 TR94 High Horsepower Ground Physical 09595 095}}95% 10

Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Dugtrio Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Dugtrio Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations