Aerodactyl (Pokémon)

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Aerodactyl プテラ Ptera #142
Art by Ken Sugimori from FireRed and LeafGreen
Type Rock Flying Unknown Unknown Blue-Striped Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Category Fossil Pokémon
Abilities Rock Head or Pressure Pressure Blue-Striped -----	Exp. at Lv. 100 1,250,000
Regional Pokédex numbers Kanto #142 Johto #229 Hoenn #297 Sinnoh — Unova Not in any regional Pokédex
Regional Browser numbers Fiore R-198 Almia R-258 Oblivia
Height 5'11" Imperial 1.8 m Metric 5'11"/1.8 m Red-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m
Weight 130.1 lbs. Imperial 59.0 kg Metric 130.1 lbs./59.0 kg Red-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Dex color Purple	Catch rate 45 (5.9%)
Body style Blue-Striped	Footprint      Blue-Striped
Gender ratio Gender unknown Unknown 87.5% male, 12.5% female
Breeding Flying group 31 cycles (7905 minimum steps)
EV yield HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 2 Base Exp.: 202 Battle Exp.: 2021*
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

Aerodactyl (Japanese: プテラ Ptera) is a dual-type Rock/Flying Pokémon.

It is resurrected from Old Amber and is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.

Biology

It is widely considered to be extinct, and is only found by resurrecting it from the Old Amber.

Physiology

A ferocious, prehistoric Pokémon, it possesses serrated, saw-bladed like fangs that it uses to tear through the throats of its prey. Its wings have skin stretched from its side to its arms. The triangular-shaped tip of its tail is gray, like the tail itself which is connected to its oval body. Aerodactyl have dark green eyes, though the iris is barely visible.

Gender differences

None.

Special abilities

Aerodactyl is capable of flying at great speeds and tearing through prey with its fangs. It is also very durable due to its rock-hard body. Aerodactly also shows some form of relationship to Dragons, thus allowing it learn Dragon-type moves. Aerodactyl also gains access to Fire-type moves such as Fire Blast and Flamethrower. This is due to the fact that Aerodactyl shows some resemblance to Dragons.

Behavior

Aerodactyl's preferred method of killing its victims is by tearing through the throats of its victims with its serrated, saw-like fangs.

Habitat

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Mountain Pokémon

The exact habitat of Aerodactyl is unknown even though some living samples have been found miles underground in caves, but so far most Aerodactyl are revived from Old Amber. It most likely lived in mountainous areas.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

In the episode Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon, Ash's Pokédex states "Its hard fangs suggest it might have been a carnivore. Its sharp claws were probably used to capture prey."

In the episode Putting the Air Back in Aerodactyl, the Aerodactyl seemed to enjoy eating a pear like fruit that grew in the forests of an island.

In the anime

Aerodactyl in the anime

Major appearances

Aerodactyl first appeared in Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon. It scared off the other Generation I fossil Pokémon that were chasing Ash and Team Rocket. It then kidnapped the young Trainer, who was rescued by his Charizard. Todd took a photo of this Aerodactyl, which was seen in Pokémon Paparazzi.

Fossils of Kabutops and Aerodactyl were resurrected by Annie and Oakley in Pokémon Heroes; in the English dub, they were once used by an evil Pokémon Trainer to torment the civilians of Alto Mare, but were drowned when a Latios brought water to the city. They were sent to chase after Ash and Latias. They have blank, yellow-tinted eyes with no pupils and are lined with a thick black outline.

Putting the Air Back in Aerodactyl featured an Aerodactyl that was revived by Gary Oak. The Aerodactyl seemed to enjoy eating a pear-like fruit that grew in the forests of an island. Team Rocket agents Butch and Cassidy wanted to steal this Aerodactyl in order to present it to Dr. Namba, but were stopped by Gary's Umbreon and Dodrio, and of course the Aerodactyl who sent the two Rockets flying with a Hyper Beam.

Another Aerodactyl appeared in Wild in the Streets, where it terrorized Oreburgh City after being revived from its fossil state.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry EP046 Aerodactyl Ash's Pokédex Aerodactyl, an extinct Flying Pokémon. Its hard fangs suggest that it was a carnivore. Its sharp claws were probably used to capture prey.

Episode Pokémon Source Entry DP017 Aerodactyl Dawn's Pokédex Aerodactyl, the Fossil Pokémon. An ancient Template:Type2, it is equipped with sharp saw-like teeth.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Red obtains an Aerodactyl from a resurrected piece of Old Amber. He has since then used it extensively for aerial transportation and combat.

Lance has his own Aerodactyl, he also utilices for aerial transportation and combat.

In the TCG

Main article: Aerodactyl (TCG)

Game data

NPC appearances

• Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire: In the Ruby Field, once an egg has been hatched, Aerodactyl will fly by and replace it the next time the ball rolls into the Egg Stand.

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red A ferocious, prehistoric Pokémon that goes for the enemy's throat with its serrated saw-like fangs. Blue Yellow A savage Pokémon that died out in ancient times. It was resurrected using DNA taken from amber. Stadium A Pokémon that was resurrected from the genes of an ancient dinosaur. With sharp fangs, it is very vicious.
Generation II Gold A vicious Pokémon from the distant past, it appears to have flown by spreading its wings and gliding. Silver This vicious Pokémon is said to have flown in ancient skies while shrieking high-pitched cries. Crystal In prehistoric times, this Pokémon flew freely and fearlessly through the skies. Stadium 2 A vicious Pokémon from the distant past. It appears to have flown by spreading its wings and gliding.
Generation III Ruby Aerodactyl is a Pokémon from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from genetic material extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies in ancient times. Sapphire {{{sapphiredex}}} Emerald Aerodactyl is a Pokémon from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from DNA extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies. FireRed It was regenerated from a dinosaur's genetic matter that was found in amber. It flies with high-pitched cries. LeafGreen A ferocious, prehistoric Pokémon that goes for the enemy's throat with its serrated, sawlike fangs.
Generation IV Diamond A Pokémon that roamed the skies in the dinosaur era. Its teeth are like saw blades. Pearl {{{pearldex}}} Platinum {{{platinumdex}}} HeartGold A vicious Pokémon from the distant past, it appears to have flown by spreading its wings and gliding. SoulSilver This vicious Pokémon is said to have flown in ancient skies while shrieking high-pitched cries.
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 One Revive Old Amber Blue (Japan) None Trade Yellow One Revive Old Amber
Generation II Gold Silver One Trade Chansey on Route 14 Crystal One Trade Chansey on Route 14
Generation III Ruby Sapphire None Trade Emerald None Trade FireRed LeafGreen Fossil Revive Old Amber Colosseum None Trade XD None Trade
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Fossil Revive Old Amber Platinum Fossil Revive Old Amber HeartGold SoulSilver Fossil Revive Old Amber Pal Park Mountain 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 Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire	Randomly on the Ruby Field
Pokémon Trozei!	Endless Level 4 Forever Level 53 Pair Trozei Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue Team	Sky Tower (21F-25F) Sky Tower Summit (1F-8F) Pitfall Valley (15F-25F) Joyous Tower (90F-99F)
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time/Darkness	Mt. Horn (8F-14F) Mt. Mistral (1F-19F)
Pokémon Ranger	Fiore Temple
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia	Peril Cliffs
My Pokémon Ranch	Random trade with Hayley *
Pokémon Rumble	Windy Prairie‎

Held items

Game		Held Item(s)
Red*	Blue*	Bitter Berry (100%)
Yellow*
Ranch		Kasib Berry (100%)

Stats

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 80		140 - 187	270 - 364
Attack: 105		99 - 172	193 - 339
Defense: 65		63 - 128	121 - 251
Sp. Atk: 60		58 - 123	112 - 240
Sp. Def: 75		72 - 139	139 - 273
Speed: 130		121 - 200	238 - 394
Total: 515	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 60.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed 5/5 ★★★★★	Power 2/3 ★★☆
Skill 2/2 ★★	Stamina 2/3 ★★☆
Jump 5/5 ★★★★★	Total 16/18 ★★★

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:

Damaged normally by: Normal ½× Fighting 1× Flying ½× Poison ½× Ground 0× Rock 2× Bug ½× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 2× Grass 1× Electric 2× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Weak to: Normal ½× Fighting 1× Flying ½× Poison ½× Ground 0× Rock 2× Bug ½× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 2× Grass 1× Electric 2× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Immune to: Normal ½× Fighting 1× Flying ½× Poison ½× Ground 0× Rock 2× Bug ½× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 2× Grass 1× Electric 2× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Resistant to: Normal ½× Fighting 1× Flying ½× Poison ½× Ground 0× Rock 2× Bug ½× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 2× Grass 1× Electric 2× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Notes: If Gravity is in effect, this Pokémon is given an Iron Ball or a Ring Target, or it is affected by Smack Down or Ingrain, the effectiveness of  Ground-type  moves is 2×.

Learnset

By leveling up

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By tutoring

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Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only from an Evolution of this Pokémon
A colored initial indicates that the move is not available to be tutored in this game,
while a colored background indicates that the move is available. |} |}

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball     Acquisition: Catch		Pokémon Pinball RS     Acquisition: Catch		Pokémon Trozei!    Rarity: Rare
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team File:MDP RT 142.png Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 8.4% Friend Area: Ancient Relic Phrases 51%-100% HP It isn't just birds that can fly! 26%-50% HP Blast it... Only half HP already? 1%-25% HP I've had it... I can barely keep flying... Level up Yes! I leveled up! Watch me soar higher! Partner phrases 51%-100% HP <name>, my HP is between 51% and 100%. 26%-50% HP <name>, my HP is between 26% and 50%. 1%-25% HP <name>, my HP is between 1% and 25%. Level up Yes! I leveled up! Watch me soar higher!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 8.2% IQ group: D
Pokémon Ranger Group:  Rock  Poké Assist: ( Flying ) Field move: None Loops: 3 Min. exp.: 93 Max. exp.: 118 Browser entry   Aerodactyl freely roams the sky while loosing devastating rays.
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia Group:  Rock  Poké Assist: ( Flying ) Field move: (Crush ×4) Browser entry   It flies around while firing a powerful beam and supersonic waves from its mouth.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs Group: Poké Assist: Field move:  Normal  None Past ( Normal ) None Past (Electrify ×1) Browser entry   This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Rumble N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed			Pokémon Rumble Blast N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure PokéPark Pad entry: This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond Strong: {{{Park2strong}}} Weak: {{{Park2weak}}} PokéPark Pad entry: This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
Pokémon Conquest HP: Move: {{{ConquestMove}}} Attack: Ability 1: {{{ConquestAbility1}}} Defense: Ability 2: {{{ConquestAbility2}}} Speed: Ability 3: {{{ConquestAbility3}}} Does not evolve. Range: 0 Perfect Links: {{{ConquestLink}}}

Evolution

Does not evolve Aerodactyl  Rock  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 Aerodactyl images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Aerodactyl Fossil Sprites Image from Pokémon Red and Green Image from Pokémon Red and Blue Image from Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen

Trivia

• Aerodactyl was originally going to use its Japanese name, "Ptera", as its English name.
• During its first appearance in Attack of the Prehistoric Pokémon it was mentioned that Aerodactyl was carnivorous based on its teeth (and the reactions of the other fossil Pokémon when it arrived). However in Putting the Air Back in Aerodactyl it is shown and proven to be at least omnivorous, based on its joyful consumption of fruit.
• Aerodactyl's fossil sprite in FireRed and LeafGreen resembles Aerodactyl's Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire sprite.
• Aerodactyl is the only non-Template:Type2 that can learn Iron Head by leveling up.
  • It is also the only Pokémon that learns both Hyper Beam and Giga Impact by leveling up.
• No other Pokémon has the same type combination as Aerodactyl.
• Aerodactyl is the only fossil Pokémon that does not have an evolution or pre-evolution.
  • It is also the only fossil Pokémon that can be obtained in any way other than breeding it or reviving its fossil: it is available through an in-game trade in Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal, and one of Hayley's trades.
• Outside of Ghost- and Template:Type2s, in which such behavior is typical, Aerodactyl is one of the few Pokémon that can have STAB super-effectiveness against another Pokémon of its species, as Rock is super-effective against Flying. Other such examples include Lucario and Tropius.
• Aerodactyl is the only Generation I Template:Type2 that doesn't have a 4× weakness to Template:Type2 moves.
• Aerodactyl is the fastest Template:Type2 Pokémon, with a base Speed of 130.
  • Aerodactyl is tied with Crobat for being the second fastest Template:Type2 Pokémon, behind Ninjask.
  • Interestingly, Aerodactyl's shiny form shares the same colors as Crobat.
• Aerodactyl has the highest base stat total of all of the fossil Pokémon.
• Red's Aerodactyl, Aero, is shown in the volume cover artwork for the third volume with a remarkably purple coloring, which wouldn't debut until years later in Generation II with its shiny form.

Origin

It appears to be based upon pterosaurs, prehistoric flying reptiles, particularly the rhamphorhynchoidea branch, due to Aerodactyl's possession of teeth and a long tail. It also seems to possess some dragon-like characteristics, such as that of a wyvern---a two legged variety of dragon---which would explain its being on Lance's team.

Name origin

Aerodactyl's name may be a pun, combining aero, Greek for air, or aeroplane, with the similar sounding pterodactyl. The "Aero" could also refer to the shape of the end of its tail (Which resembles the end of an arrow). Its Japanese name is simply a shortening of the word pterosaur.

In other languages

• German: Aerodactyl
• French: Ptera - based on pterosaur
• Korean: 프테라 Peutera
• Chinese (Taiwan): 化石翼龍 Huà Shí Yì Lóng - "Fossil Pterodactyl".

Notes

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