Encounter locations
Kanto · 2 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Route 2 | WalkingNight | 3–5 |
| Six Island Pattern Bush | Walking | 9–14 |
Hoenn · 2 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Petalburg Woods | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Safari Zone Southeast | Walking | 33 |
Sinnoh · 1 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Old Chateau | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
Johto · 39 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Cherrygrove | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 4–5 |
| Ecruteak | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 15–17 |
| Fuchsia | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 21–23 |
| National Park | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 13–15 |
| National Park | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| New Bark | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 4–5 |
| Pallet | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–6 |
| Route 1 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–6 |
| Route 12 | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 22–23 |
| Route 13 | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 22–23 |
| Route 14 | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 26–27 |
| Route 15 | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 21–23 |
| Route 18 | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 26–27 |
| Route 2 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–7 |
| Route 2 | WalkingNight | 3–4 |
| Route 2 East | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–7 |
| Route 2 East | WalkingNight | 3–4 |
| Route 21 | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 24–26 |
| Route 22 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–7 |
| Route 26 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 31–32 |
| Route 27 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 31–32 |
| Route 29 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 4–5 |
| Route 30 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 4–5 |
| Route 30 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Route 30 | WalkingNight | 2 |
| Route 31 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–6 |
| Route 31 | WalkingNight | 3 |
| Route 34 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 11–12 |
| Route 35 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 13–14 |
| Route 36 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 6–7 |
| Route 37 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 15–17 |
| Route 37 | WalkingNight | 13–15 |
| Route 38 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 15–16 |
| Route 39 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 16–17 |
| Route 47 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 17–18 |
| Route 48 | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 17–18 |
| Safari Zone Gate | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 17–19 |
| Viridian | HeadbuttRare tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 5–7 |
| Viridian Forest | HeadbuttCommon tree for this character. Use Headbutt facing the tree. | 3–4 |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
Check the Town Map to see which swarms are active.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 40
- Attack
- 60
- Defense
- 40
- Sp. Attack
- 40
- Sp. Defense
- 40
- Speed
- 30
Abilities · Swarm / Insomnia
Hidden ability · Sniper
Size · 0.5 m · 8.5 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Ariados · Level 22
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Spinarak
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Poison Sting |
| 1 | String Shot |
| 5 | Absorb |
| 8 | Infestation |
| 12 | Scary Face |
| 15 | Night Shade |
| 19 | Shadow Sneak |
| 22 | Fury Swipes |
| 26 | Sucker Punch |
| 29 | Agility |
| 33 | Pin Missile |
| 36 | Psychic |
| 40 | Poison Jab |
| 44 | Cross Poison |
| 47 | Sticky Web |
| 51 | Toxic Thread |