Encounter locations
Kanto · 57 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Cerulean Cave 1F | Surf | 30–50 |
| Cerulean Cave B1F | Surf | 40–60 |
| Five Island | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Five Island Meadow | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Five Island Meadow | Walking | 41 |
| Five Island Memorial Pillar | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Five Island Resort Gorgeous | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Five Island Water Labyrinth | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Four Island | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Four Island | Surf | 5–35 |
| Four Island Icefall Cave Back | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Four Island Icefall Cave Back | Walking | 41 |
| Four Island Icefall Cave Entrance | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Four Island Icefall Cave Entrance | Surf | 5–35 |
| Four Island Icefall Cave Entrance | Walking | 41 |
| One Island | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| One Island Kindle Road | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| One Island Kindle Road | Walking | 34 |
| One Island Treasure Beach | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| One Island Treasure Beach | Walking | 31 |
| Route 11 | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Route 23 | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Route 23 | Surf | 20–40 |
| Route 6 | Surf | 20–25 |
| Safari Zone Center | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Safari Zone Center | Surf | 20–40 |
| Safari Zone East | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Safari Zone East | Surf | 20–40 |
| Safari Zone North | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Safari Zone North | Surf | 20–40 |
| Safari Zone West | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Safari Zone West | Surf | 20–40 |
| Seafoam Islands 1F | Walking | 22–33 |
| Seafoam Islands B1F | Walking | 26–35 |
| Seafoam Islands B2F | Walking | 28–32 |
| Seafoam Islands B3F | Super Rod | 15–25 |
| Seafoam Islands B3F | Surf | 30–40 |
| Seafoam Islands B3F | Walking | 30–34 |
| Seafoam Islands B4F | Good Rod | 5–15 |
| Seafoam Islands B4F | Walking | 32 |
| Seven Island Sevault Canyon Entrance | Walking | 41 |
| Seven Island Tanoby Ruins | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Seven Island Trainer Tower | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Six Island Green Path | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Six Island Outcast Island | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Six Island Ruin Valley | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Six Island Ruin Valley | Walking | 41 |
| Six Island Water Path | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Six Island Water Path | Walking | 41 |
| Three Island Berry Forest | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Three Island Berry Forest | Surf | 5–40 |
| Three Island Berry Forest | Walking | 31 |
| Three Island Bond Bridge | Super Rod | 25–35 |
| Three Island Bond Bridge | Walking | 31 |
| Two Island Cape Brink | Super Rod | 15–35 |
| Two Island Cape Brink | Surf | 5–40 |
| Two Island Cape Brink | Walking | 31 |
Hoenn · 2 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Safari Zone Northwest | Surf | 20–35 |
| Safari Zone Southwest | Surf | 20–35 |
Unova · 2 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Route 3 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Wellspring Cave | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
Sinnoh · 28 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Celestic Town | Surf | 20–30 |
| Eterna City | Surf | 20–30 |
| Lake Acuity | Surf | 20–30 |
| Lake Acuity | WalkingBefore National Dex | 38 |
| Lake Acuity | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 38 |
| Lake Valor | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Lake Valor | Surf | 20–30 |
| Lake Valor | WalkingBefore National Dex | 38–39 |
| Lake Valor | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 38–39 |
| Lake Verity | Surf | 20–30 |
| Lake Verity Low Water | Surf | 20–30 |
| Oreburgh Gate 1F | Walking | 5–7 |
| Oreburgh Gate B1F | Surf | 20–30 |
| Oreburgh Gate B1F | Walking | 8–10 |
| Ravaged Path | Surf | 20–30 |
| Ravaged Path | Walking | 4–6 |
| Resort Area | Surf | 35–45 |
| Route 203 | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 204 North | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 204 South | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 205 North | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 208 | Surf | 20 |
| Route 209 | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 210 North | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 212 North | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 214 | Surf | 20–30 |
| Route 225 | Surf | 35–45 |
| Twinleaf Town | Surf | 20–30 |
Johto · 20 encounter records
| Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Cerulean Cave 1F | Surf | 35–40 |
| Cerulean Cave 2F | Surf | 35–40 |
| Cerulean Cave B1F | Surf | 35–40 |
| Ilex Forest | Surf | 5–20 |
| Lake of Rage | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Route 35 | Surf | 10–25 |
| Route 6 | Surf | 5–10 |
| Seafoam Islands 1F | WalkingDay | 26–29 |
| Seafoam Islands 1F | WalkingNight | 26–29 |
| Seafoam Islands B1F | WalkingDay | 26–28 |
| Seafoam Islands B1F | WalkingNight | 26–28 |
| Seafoam Islands B2F | WalkingDay | 27–30 |
| Seafoam Islands B2F | WalkingNight | 27–30 |
| Seafoam Islands B3F | WalkingDay | 31–32 |
| Seafoam Islands B3F | WalkingNight | 31–32 |
| Seafoam Islands B4F | Good RodDay | 20 |
| Seafoam Islands B4F | Good RodNight | 20 |
| Seafoam Islands B4F | WalkingDay | 34 |
| Seafoam Islands B4F | WalkingNight | 34 |
| Slowpoke Well | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
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
- 50
- Attack
- 52
- Defense
- 48
- Sp. Attack
- 65
- Sp. Defense
- 50
- Speed
- 55
Abilities · Damp / Cloud Nine
Hidden ability · Swift Swim
Size · 0.8 m · 19.6 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Golduck · Level 33
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Psyduck
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Scratch |
| 1 | Tail Whip |
| 3 | Water Gun |
| 6 | Confusion |
| 9 | Fury Swipes |
| 12 | Water Pulse |
| 15 | Disable |
| 18 | Zen Headbutt |
| 21 | Screech |
| 24 | Aqua Tail |
| 27 | Soak |
| 30 | Psych Up |
| 34 | Amnesia |
| 39 | Wonder Room |