Swellow (Pokémon)
Swellow
#277
Pokédex Data
| National No. | #277 |
|---|---|
| Type | Normal Flying |
| Species | Swallow Pokémon |
| Height | 0.7 m (2' 0.3") |
| Weight | 19.8 kg (43.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | |
| Color | Blue |
| Introduced in | Generation 3 |
| Habitat | Grassland |
| Shape | Wings |
Swellow Weakness
This shows the effectiveness of each type on Swellow. Swellow is the defender and each type is the attacker. The effectiveness is measured by the damage multiplier.
Key
| Key | Effect | Damage multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | No effect | 0% |
| ¼ (0.25) | Not very effective | 25% |
| ½ (0.5) | Not very effective | 50% |
| 1 | Normal | 100% |
| 2 | Very effective | 200% |
| 4 | Super effective | 400% |
Type effectiveness against Swellow
1× damage
Normal Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Fighting Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Flying Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Poison Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
0× damage
Ground Pokémon have no effect against Swellow.
2× damage
Rock Pokémon are very effective against against Swellow.
0.5× damage
Bug Pokémon are not very effective against against Swellow.
0× damage
Ghost Pokémon have no effect against Swellow.
1× damage
Steel Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Fire Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Water Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
0.5× damage
Grass Pokémon are not very effective against against Swellow.
2× damage
Electric Pokémon are very effective against against Swellow.
1× damage
Psychic Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
2× damage
Ice Pokémon are very effective against against Swellow.
1× damage
Dragon Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Dark Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
1× damage
Fairy Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Swellow.
Pokédex Entries
Swellow was unavailable prior to Generation 3.
Generation 3
| RubySapphireEmerald | SWELLOW 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. |
|---|---|
| FireRedLeafGreen | If its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky. |
Generation 4
| DiamondPearlPlatinum | It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey. |
|---|---|
| HeartGold | It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws. |
| SoulSilver | It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws. |
Generation 5
| BlackWhite | It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey. |
|---|---|
| Black 2White 2 | It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey. |
Generation 6
| X | If its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky. |
|---|---|
| Y | It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws. |
| Omega RubyAlpha Sapphire | Swellow 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. |
Generation 7
| Sun | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
|---|---|
| Moon | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
| Ultra Sun | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
| Ultra Moon | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
| Let's Go PikachuLet's Go Eevee | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
Generation 8
| Sword | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
|---|---|
| Shield | Swellow has no Pokédex entry. |
Swellow Locations
| Version | Location | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby Sapphire | Hoenn Route 115 | 25 |
| Emerald | Hoenn Route 115 | 25 |
| Diamond Pearl | Sinnoh Route 213 | 21 |
| Platinum | Sinnoh Route 213 | 25 |
| Black White | Giant Chasm | 57 |