Pidgeot (Pokémon)

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Pidgeot ピジョット Pigeot #018
Artwork from FR/LG
Type Normal Flying Unknown Unknown Blue-Striped Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Category Bird Pokémon
Abilities Keen Eye or Tangled Feet Tangled Feet Blue-Striped -----	Exp. at Lv. 100 1,059,860
Regional Pokédex numbers Kanto #018 Johto #012 Hoenn #220 Sinnoh — Unova Not in any regional Pokédex
Regional Browser numbers Fiore R— Almia R— Oblivia
Height 4'11" Imperial 1.5 m Metric 4'11"/1.5 m Red-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m
Weight 87.1 lbs. Imperial 39.5 kg Metric 87.1 lbs./39.5 kg Red-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Dex color Brown	Catch rate 45 (5.9%)
Body style Blue-Striped	Footprint      Blue-Striped
Gender ratio Gender unknown Unknown 50% male, 50% female
Breeding Flying group 21 cycles (5355 minimum steps)
EV yield HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 3 Base Exp.: 172 Battle Exp.: 1721*
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

Pidgeot (Japanese: ピジョット Pigeot) is a dual-type Normal/Flying Pokémon.

It evolves from Pidgeotto starting at level 36. It is the final form of Pidgey.

Biology

Physiology

Pidgeot bares striking resemblance to Pidgeotto; however, Pidgeot is noticeably larger than is pre-evolution. Its plumage tends to be larger and glossier. The feathers on its head-crest are nearly as long as its body, and are yellow and red. Its tail feathers are red colored. Like its previous evolutions, its underbelly is a tan color, and it has black markings around its eyes.

Gender differences

None.

Special abilities

Pidgeot is a powerful flier, capable of creating whirlwinds strong enough to bend trees. At maximum velocity it can reach speeds of Mach 2 if it accelerates for long enough, which is incredibly rare. It has keen eyes that allow it to see Magikarp from a distance of 3300 feet in the air.

Behavior

Pidgeot are normally calm and confident in their abilities. It has many powerful attacks, and its plumage is often described as beautiful, making it a popular choice for skilled trainers. Pidgeot may also spread its wings widely to intimidate enemies.

Habitat

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Forest Pokémon

Pidgeot typically dwell in forests with thick growth and large trees. It can most likely be found in Kanto and Johto.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

Pidgeot seems to primarily subsist on a diet of Template:Type2 and Template:Type2 Pokémon which it fishes out of the water using its high speed and keen senses. However, like all Pokémon, it is also capable of surviving by eating apples and Berries.

In the anime

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Pidgeot in the anime

Major appearances

In Bound for Trouble, wild Pidgeot that were twice their normal size appeared. Their size was due to there being excessive quantities of food on one of the Orange Islands. One of these oversized Pidgeot snatches up Meowth and Pikachu when they got tethered together.

In A Staravia is Born!, a wild Pidgeot helps Ash and his friends to rescue some Template:Type2 Pokémon from Team Rocket.

Ash's Pidgeot

Ash Ketchum had a Pidgeot that he captured as a Pidgeotto early in his journey during Ash Catches a Pokémon. In Pallet Party Panic!, the same Spearow Ash had thrown a rock at in the first episode returned with its flock, but it had evolved into a Fearow. The flock attacked Ash, so Pidgeotto evolved into Pidgeot to battle Fearow. After Pidgeot defeated Fearow, Pidgeot left Ash's party to watch over a local flock of Pidgey and Pidgeotto. Ash promised to return for it someday, but so far he has not kept that promise.

Falkner's Pidgeot

Falkner of the Violet City Gym owns a Pidgeot. He uses it in his gym battle against Ash.

Other

A Pidgeot belonging to Rudy appeared in Misty Meets Her Match.

A Pidgeot was owned by Sir Aaron in Lucario and the Mystery of Mew. Also, Mew transformed into a Pidgeot in the movie.

One is also owned by the Coordinator Solidad.

One is used by Natsuya that will appear in DP169.

Minor appearances

In Mewtwo Strikes Back, a Pidgeot owned by Corey was one of the Pokémon captured and cloned by Mewtwo. It was referred to as a Pidgeotto due to a dubbing error. The Pidgeot clone was seen again in Mewtwo Returns.

In Hoenn Alone, an Officer Jenny used a Pidgeot to help locate Ash's Pikachu after it was stolen by Team Rocket.

A Pidgeot is used in the PokéRinger Contest.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry EP081 Pidgeot Ash's Pokédex Pidgeot, the Bird Pokémon. The evolved form of Pidgeotto, it can fly at twice the speed of sound at an altitude of nearly one mile.

In the manga

In Pokémon Adventures, Blue owns a Pidgeot that was one of the earliest members of his team. It now resides in the Viridian Gym as one of its defenders.

In Pokémon Zensho, Shigeru had a Pidgeot he used to attack Satoshi while he was flying on his Charizard.

In the TCG

Main article: Pidgeot (TCG)

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp. Blue Yellow This Pokémon flies at Mach 2 speed, seeking prey. Its large talons are feared as wicked weapons. Stadium Capable of flying incredibly quickly. In full flight, by the time its flapping is heard, it is long gone.
Generation II Gold Its well-developed chest muscles make it strong enough to whip up a gusty windstorm with just a few flaps. Silver It spreads its beautiful wings wide to frighten its enemies. It can fly at Mach 2 speed. Crystal Its outstanding vision allows it to spot splashing Magikarp, even while flying at 3300 feet. Stadium 2 Its well-developed chest muscles make it strong enough to whip up a gusty windstorm with just a few flaps.
Generation III Ruby This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon. Sapphire This Pokémon has a dazzling plumage of beautifully glossy feathers. Many Trainers are captivated by the striking beauty of the feathers on its head, compelling them to choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon. Emerald This Pokémon has gorgeous, glossy feathers. Many trainers are so captivated by the beautiful feathers on its head that they choose Pidgeot as their Pokémon. FireRed It spreads its gorgeous wings widely to intimidate enemies. It races through the skies at Mach-2 speed. LeafGreen When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.
Generation IV Diamond By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees. Pearl By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees. Platinum By flapping its wings with all its might, Pidgeot can make a gust of wind capable of bending tall trees. HeartGold Its well-developed chest muscles make it strong enough to whip up a gusty windstorm with just a few flaps. SoulSilver It spreads its beautiful wings wide to frighten its enemies. It can fly at Mach 2 speed.
Generation V Black {{{blackdex}}} White {{{whitedex}}} Black 2 {{{black2dex}}} White 2 {{{white2dex}}}
Generation VI X Unknown Y Unknown

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Blue None Evolve Pidgeotto Blue (Japan) None Trade Yellow None Evolve Pidgeotto
Generation II Gold Silver None Evolve Pidgeotto Crystal None Evolve Pidgeotto
Generation III Ruby Sapphire None Trade Emerald None Trade FireRed LeafGreen None Evolve Pidgeotto Colosseum None Trade XD None Evolve Pidgeotto
Generation IV Diamond Pearl None Evolve Pidgeotto Platinum None Evolve Pidgeotto HeartGold SoulSilver None Evolve Pidgeotto Pal Park Field Pokéwalker None
Generation V Black White None Trade Black 2 White 2 None Trade Dream World None
Generation VI X Y None Trade

In side games

Game	Location
Pokémon Trozei!	Endless Level 51 Endless Level 72 Forever Level 1 Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue Team	Evolve from Pidgeotto
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time/Darkness	Concealed Ruins (B21-B29) World Abyss (B21-B27) Mt. Mistral (1F-19F)
Pokémon Rumble	Windy Prairie‎

Stats

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 83		143 - 190	276 - 370
Attack: 80		76 - 145	148 - 284
Defense: 75		72 - 139	139 - 273
Sp. Atk: 70		67 - 134	130 - 262
Sp. Def: 70		67 - 134	130 - 262
Speed: 91		86 - 157	168 - 309
Total: 469	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature. This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 70.

Pokéthlon stats

Speed 3/4 ★★★☆	Power 3/5 ★★★☆☆
Skill 2/3 ★★☆	Stamina 3/4 ★★★☆
Jump 5/5 ★★★★★	Total 16/21 ★★★☆

Learnset

By leveling up

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By TM/HM

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By tutoring

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Evolution

Unevolved Pidgey  Normal  Flying

Level 18 →

First Evolution Pidgeotto  Normal  Flying

Level 36 →

Second Evolution Pidgeot  Normal  Flying

Sprites

Gen	Game
I	Red	Blue	Yellow		Red (Ja)	Green	Back
II	Gold	Silver	Crystal				Back
III	Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald		FireRed	LeafGreen	Back
IV	Diamond	Pearl	Platinum		HeartGold	SoulSilver	Back
V	Black	White	Black 2	White 2			Back

For other sprites and images, please see Pidgeot images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

• Pidgeot originally had an extra "t" in its name, but it was dropped.
• Two different pronunciations for Pidgeot's name, Pidg-ee-ot and Pi-git, have been used interchangeably in the anime.
• When rebattling Gym Leaders in HeartGold and SoulSilver, both Falkner and Blue have a Pidgeot as their highest leveled Pokémon.
• In Mewtwo Strikes Back, Corey's Pidgeot is incorrectly referred to as a Pidgeotto.

Origin

Despite its name, its appearance and behavior do not resemble a pigeon so much as that of a bird of prey, particularly an eagle, osprey or a falcon. In particular, its shiny form may be referencing a Golden Eagle. Its eye markings strongly resemble the Sun/Sky gods of Egyptian mythology; Ra and Horus.

Name origin

Its name is a variation of a pigeon.

In other languages

• German: Tauboss - Combination of Taube (pigeon) and the loanword Boss.
• French: Roucarnage - From roucoule (coo) and carnage.
• Korean: 피죤투 Pijontu
• Chinese (Taiwan): 比雕 Bî Diao - Transliteration of the first part of its Japanese name, Pigeot. The last character, 雕, means eagle.
• Chinese (Hong Kong): 大比鳥 Dái Bî Nîao - In relation to the name of its pre-evolved form, Pidgeotto, this name literally means 'big Pidgeotto'.

Related articles

• Ash's Pidgeot

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