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#277 Swellow

official Swellow artwork by Ken Sugimori

Quick facts

NameSwellow
TypeNormalFlying
SpeciesSwallow Pokémon
Height0.7 m (2' 4")
Weight19.8 kg (43.7 lbs)
Catch rate45

Swellow's description

Swellow is a Normal- / Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Gen 3 and has the National Dex number #277. The Pokédex classifies it as the Swallow Pokémon.

Swellow's name in

Chinese (T / S)FrenchGermanJapaneseKorean
스왈로 (Seuwallo)HélédelleSchwalbossオオスバメ (Ohsubame)大王燕 / 大王燕 (Dàwángyàn)

Swellow's resistances & weaknesses

ElectricGrassIceGroundBugRockGhost
x 2x ½x 2x 0x ½x 2x 0

Swellow's rearing

Training

Experience GrowthMedium Slow
Base Happiness70
EV yield2 Speed

Breeding

Gender ratio50%50%
Egg Group(s)Flying
Egg Cycles15 (approx. 3840 steps)

Swellow's abilities

1st Ability2nd AbilityHidden Ability
Guts-Scrappy

Swellow's base stats

StatsLv. 50Lv. 100
MinMaxMinMax
HP60
120230167324
Attack85
81157150295
Defense60
58112123240
Sp. Atk75
72139139273
Sp. Def50
4994112218
Speed125
117229194383
Total455

Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, 0 IVs, and (if applicable) a hindering nature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, 31 IVs, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

Swellow's evolutions

Swellow's Pokédex entries

GenGameDescription
3RubySwellow flies high above our heads, making graceful arcs in the sky. This Pokémon dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. The hapless prey is tightly grasped by Swellow's clawed feet, preventing escape.
3SapphireSwellow is very conscientious about the upkeep of its glossy wings. Once two Swellow are gathered, they diligently take care of cleaning each other's wings.
3EmeraldA Swellow dives upon prey from far above. It never misses its targets. It takes to the skies in search of lands with a warm climate.
3FireRed, LeafGreenIf its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky.
4Diamond, Pearl, PlatinumIt circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
4HeartGold, SoulSilverIt dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws.
5Black, White, Black 2, White 2It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
6XIf its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky.
6YIt dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws.
6Omega RubySwellow flies high above our heads, making graceful arcs in the sky. This Pokémon dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. The hapless prey is tightly grasped by Swellow’s clawed feet, preventing escape.
6Alpha SapphireSwellow is very conscientious about the upkeep of its glossy wings. Once two Swellow are gathered, they diligently take care of cleaning each other’s wings.