Staraptor (Pokémon)

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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, see Staraptor (disambiguation).

Staraptor Predator Pokémon ムクホーク Mukuhawk #0398 Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type Normal Flying Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown
Abilities Intimidate Cacophony Cacophony Reckless Hidden Ability Cacophony Hidden Ability Cacophony Cacophony
Gender ratio Unknown 50% male, 50% female	Catch rate 45 (11.9%)
Breeding Egg Group Flying Hatch time 15 cycles
Height 3'11" 1.2 m Staraptor 0'0" 0 m {{{form2}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form3}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form4}}}	Weight 54.9 lbs. 24.9 kg Staraptor 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form2}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form3}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form4}}}
Mega Stone [[|]] [[|]]
Base experience yield 172 Gen. IV Unknown IV 218 V+	Leveling rate Medium Slow
EV yield Total: 3 Staraptor 0 HP 3 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed
Shape	Footprint {{{form2}}}
Pokédex color   Brown	Base friendship 70
External Links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Staraptor (Japanese: ムクホーク Mukuhawk) is a dual-type Normal/Flying Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

It evolves from Staravia starting at level 34. It is the final form of Starly.

Biology

Staraptor is a grayish-brown, avian Pokémon similar to a large bird of prey. It has small, red eyes and a thin, yellow beak with a black tip. There is a circular white patch on its forehead, which is smaller on the female. Larger white markings cover the front of its throat and chest, separated by a black ruff encircling the shoulders. A red-tipped black crest extends over its head, nearly reaching the tip of its beak. Staraptor is fussy about the shape of this comb, which it uses to appear larger and frighten enemies. It has large wings, five black-tipped tail feathers, and yellow feet with black talons. Its powerful wing and leg muscles allow it to fly effortlessly while carrying other Pokémon, small or large.

Upon evolution, this Pokémon leaves its flock to live alone, as it has become strong enough to take care of itself. It can be highly aggressive, persistently attacking even larger foes in spite of illness or injury.

Evolution

Staraptor evolves from Staravia and is the final form of Starly.

(For specifics on this Pokémon's evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)

Unevolved Starly  Normal  Flying

→

First Evolution Staravia  Normal  Flying

→

Second Evolution Staraptor  Normal  Flying

In the anime

Main series

Staraptor in the anime

Major appearances

Ash's Staraptor

In Pursuing a Lofty Goal!, Ash's Staravia evolved into a Staraptor during the final round against Paul's Honchkrow during the Squallville PokéRinger competition, which he won.

Other

Staraptor debuted in Following A Maiden's Voyage!. Piplup unintentionally hit Staraptor with Bubble Beam and caused it to use Whirlwind, which wrecked Professor Rowan's lab.

In Lost Leader Strategy!, Reggie's Staraptor was the final Pokémon he used in his battle with Ash; it was defeated by Pikachu's Volt Tackle. In Crossing the Battle Line!, Staraptor taught Ash's Staravia Brave Bird. It reappeared in Aiding the Enemy and Saving the World From Ruins!.

In Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (Part 2), Kellyn captured a Staraptor with his Capture Styler and used it to save Ash after J dropped him out of her airship.

In Barry's Busting Out All Over!, Barry used a Staraptor during a battle against Chimchar. It reappeared in Steeling Peace of Mind!.

In Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (Part 1), Ben captured a Staraptor with his Capture Styler and used it to stop the Pokémon Pinchers' pursuit of Latios. It reappeared in a flashback in the following episode.

In A Relay in the Sky!, Orson used a Staraptor during the second leg of the Pokémon Sky Relay and took over the ribbon from Orson's Staravia. It was successfully able to deliver his ribbon to Orson's Starly for the final leg.

Minor appearances

In Genesect and the Legend Awakened, a Staraptor raced Mewtwo.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry DP066 Staraptor Ash's Pokédex Staraptor, the Predator Pokémon, and the evolved form of Staravia. Staraptor's ferocious nature means that it has no problem challenging much larger opponents. DP118 Staraptor Ash's Pokédex Staraptor, the Predator Pokémon. Staraptor has an aggressive temperament and will bravely attack enemies that are far bigger than itself.

Pokémon Evolutions

Staraptor in the Pokémon Evolutions

In The Rival, Barry was revealed to own a Staraptor. It was seen defeating Palmer's Dragonite and then losing to his Rhyperior in the Battle Tower.

Bidoof's Big Stand

Staraptor in Bidoof's Big Stand

A wild Staraptor appeared at the beginning of Bidoof's Big Stand. It chased after the titular Bidoof until it got scared away by an Aura Sphere. Later in the episode, Bidoof faces off against another Staraptor, this time under the ownership of a Trainer, during the Pokémon League finals.

Pokémon: Paldean Winds

Staraptor in Pokémon: Paldean Winds

A Staraptor briefly appeared in Breathe Together, under the ownership of Larry.

In the manga

Staraptor in Pokémon Adventures

Pokémon Adventures

A Staraptor is one of the Pokémon used by the Advanced level Grunt of Team Galactic. It was first used to take the Grunt to the destroyed camera machine used by Saturn in his fight against Paka and Uji. It was later used in the mugging of Mr. Berlitz and later to battle Diamond at the Galactic HQ. It first appeared in Great Gible.

A Staraptor appeared in a flashback in Tackling Tangrowth.

A Staraptor was used by Darach in his battle against Platinum in Getting the Drop on Gallade II. It used a combination of Double Team and Roost to tire Platinum's Empoleon, but Empoleon's Blizzard eventually won out.

In PS611, Norman was revealed to own a Staraptor. It was used to attack Rayquaza.

Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!

Staraptor is one of the Pokémon owned by Jun. It was used in battles against Hareta and Koya. It evolved sometime prior to Challenge! The Fortress Of Steel!!.

Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs

Like in the anime and the game (if the player is Summer), Ben uses a Staraptor as one of his Partners.

In the TCG

Main article: Staraptor (TCG)

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV Sinnoh #012 Johto #— Diamond It has a savage nature. It will courageously challenge foes that are much larger. Pearl The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon. Platinum It never stops attacking even if it is injured. It fusses over the shape of its comb. HeartGold When Staravia evolve into Staraptor, they leave the flock to live alone. They have sturdy wings. SoulSilver
Generation V Unova #— Black It never stops attacking even if it is injured. It fusses over the shape of its comb. White Black 2 It never stops attacking even if it is injured. It fusses over the shape of its comb. White 2
Generation VI Kalos Coastal #101 Hoenn #— X The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon. Y When Staravia evolve into Staraptor, they leave the flock to live alone. They have sturdy wings. Omega Ruby The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon. Alpha Sapphire When Staravia evolve into Staraptor, they leave the flock to live alone. They have sturdy wings.
Generation VII Alola #— Kanto #— This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII.
Generation VIII Galar #— Sinnoh #012 Hisui #014 This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Sword and Shield. Brilliant Diamond It has a savage nature. It will courageously challenge foes that are much larger than itself. Shining Pearl The muscles in its wings and legs are strong. It can easily fly while gripping a small Pokémon. Legends: Arceus It has left the flock, having gained strength enough to survive on its own. The astounding force with which Staraptor flies through the air allows it to carry away large, burly targets.
Generation IX Paldea #99 Kitakami #30 Blueberry #— Scarlet When Staravia evolve into Staraptor, they leave the flock to live alone. They have sturdy wings. Violet It never stops attacking even if it is injured. It fusses over the shape of its comb.

Staraptor in the Paldea Pokédex	Staraptor in the Kitakami Pokédex

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Evolve Staravia Platinum Evolve Staravia HeartGold SoulSilver Evolve Staravia
Generation V Black Trade White Evolve Staravia Black 2 White 2 Trade
Generation VI X Y Evolve Staravia Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Trade
Generation VII Sun Moon Evolve Staravia Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Trade Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee Unobtainable
Generation VIII Sword Shield Unobtainable Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Evolve Staravia Legends: Arceus Obsidian Fieldlands: near Nature's PantryFlying, near Lake VerityDay (also mass outbreaksDayNight), massive mass outbreaks Cobalt Coastlands: Deadwood HauntDay, Tranquility CoveDay, near Castaway ShoreFlying, Spring PathDay, massive mass outbreaks
Generation IX Scarlet Violet South Province: Area Three North Province: Casseroya Lake Tera Raid Battles (5★, 6★) The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Fellhorn Gorge, Oni Mountain, Kitakami Wilds

In side games

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV MD Time MD Darkness Mt. Mistral (1F-19F) MD Sky Mt. Mistral (1F-19F) Ranger: SoA Chicole Path, School Path, Vien Forest, Haruba Desert, Boyleland, Altru Park, Ranger Union, Ice Lake, Chroma Road, Chroma Highlands, Shiver Camp, Oil Field Hideout, Capture Arena Rumble Windy Prairie PokéPark Wii Granite Zone Ranger: GS Dolce Island, Cocona Village, Rand's House, Wireless Tower, Hinder Cape, Mitonga Road, Faldera Island, Sophian Road, Tilikule Island, Oblivia Ruins, Thunder Temple
Generation V Rumble Blast Meadow: Everspring Valley Autumnwood: Volcanic Slope* Conquest Evolve Staravia Rumble U Conductor Room: King of the Sky
Generation VI Battle Trozei Mountain of Order: Stage 5 Rumble World Pearl Marsh: Colossal Tree (Center Boss, Back, Special), Plasma Tundra: Abundant Orchard (Special) Picross Area 30: Stage 11
Generation VII Rumble Rush Snorlax Sea, Arceus Sea, Jirachi SeaFinal
Generation VIII This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation VIII side games.
Cross-Generation Shuffle Albens Town: Stage 224 Masters EX Sync pair scout: Darach & Staraptor

Held items

Games		Held items
Legends: Arceus		Normal Apricorn (40%) Spoiled Apricorn (15%) Grit items by level Alpha Exp. Candy M (100%) Seed of Mastery (20%) Grit items by level

Stats

Base stats

Generations IV-V

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 85		145 - 192	280 - 374
Attack: 120		112 - 189	220 - 372
Defense: 70		67 - 134	130 - 262
Sp. Atk: 50		49 - 112	94 - 218
Sp. Def: 50		49 - 112	94 - 218
Speed: 100		94 - 167	184 - 328
Total: 475	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.

Generation VI onward

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 85		145 - 192	280 - 374
Attack: 120		112 - 189	220 - 372
Defense: 70		67 - 134	130 - 262
Sp. Atk: 50		49 - 112	94 - 218
Sp. Def: 60		58 - 123	112 - 240
Speed: 100		94 - 167	184 - 328
Total: 485	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.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed 3/3 ★★★	Power 4/5 ★★★★☆
Skill 1/3 ★☆☆	Stamina 3/4 ★★★☆
Jump 5/5 ★★★★★	Total 16/20 ★★★☆

Type effectiveness

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

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

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

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

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

Notes: If this Pokémon is given a Ring Target, the effectiveness of  Ghost-type  moves is 1×. 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 1×.

Learnset

By leveling up

Generation IX Other generations: IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 011 Tackle Normal Physical 04040 100100% 35 011 Growl Normal Status 0000— 100100% 40 011 Quick Attack Normal Physical 04040 100100% 30 011 Wing Attack Flying Physical 06060 100100% 35 Evo.Evo. Close Combat Fighting Physical 120120 100100% 5 1313 Double Team Normal Status 0000— 00——% 15 1818 Endeavor Normal Physical 0000— 100100% 5 2323 Whirlwind Normal Status 0000— 00——% 20 2828 Aerial Ace Flying Physical 06060 00——% 20 3333 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 08585% 20 4141 Agility Psychic Status 0000— 00——% 30 4949 Brave Bird Flying Physical 120120 100100% 15 5757 Final Gambit Fighting Special 0000— 100100% 5

Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Staraptor Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Staraptor Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM

Generation IX Other generations: IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  TM001 TM001 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 085}}85% 20 TM004 TM004 Agility Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 30 TM007 TM007 Protect Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM014 TM014 Acrobatics Flying Physical 05555 100}}100% 15 TM015 TM015 Struggle Bug Bug Special 05050 100}}100% 20 TM018 TM018 Thief Dark Physical 06060 100}}100% 25 TM025 TM025 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20 TM027 TM027 Aerial Ace Flying Physical 06060 00—}}—% 20 TM032 TM032 Swift Normal Special 06060 00—}}—% 20 TM040 TM040 Air Cutter Flying Special 06060 095}}95% 25 TM047 TM047 Endure Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM049 TM049 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000— 00—}}—% 5 TM050 TM050 Rain Dance Water Status 0000— 00—}}—% 5 TM060 TM060 U-turn Bug Physical 07070 100}}100% 20 TM065 TM065 Air Slash Flying Special 07575 095}}95% 15 TM070 TM070 Sleep Talk Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM085 TM085 Rest Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 5 TM097 TM097 Fly Flying Physical 09090 095}}95% 15 TM103 TM103 Substitute Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM113 TM113 Tailwind Flying Status 0000— 00—}}—% 15 TM118 TM118 Heat Wave Fire Special 09595 090}}90% 10 TM130 TM130 Helping Hand Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 20 TM152 TM152 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5 TM160 TM160 Hurricane Flying Special 110110 070}}70% 10 TM163 TM163 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5 TM164 TM164 Brave Bird Flying Physical 120120 100}}100% 15 TM167 TM167 Close Combat Fighting Physical 120120 100}}100% 5 TM171 TM171 Tera Blast Normal Special 08080 100}}100% 10 TM191 TM191 Uproar Normal Special 09090 100}}100% 10 TM197 TM197 Dual Wingbeat Flying Physical 04040 090}}90% 10 TM204 TM204 Double-Edge Normal Physical 120120 100}}100% 15 TM205 TM205 Endeavor Normal Physical 0000— 100}}100% 5 TM216 TM216 Feather Dance Flying Status 0000— 100}}100% 15

Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Staraptor Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or an alternate form of Staraptor Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation IX Other generations: IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Parent   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  Astonish Ghost Physical 30 100% 15 * Double-Edge Normal Physical 120 100% 15 Feather Dance Flying Status — 100% 15 Fury Attack Normal Physical 15 85% 20 Sand Attack Ground Status — 100% 15 Uproar Normal Special 90 100% 10

Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Staraptor Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Staraptor Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Staraptor Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By a prior evolution

Generation IX Other generations: IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Stage   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  This Pokémon has no moves exclusive to prior Evolutions.

Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Staraptor Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Staraptor Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

Side game data

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 1.5% IQ group: D
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia Group: Flying Poké Assist: Flying Field move: (Fly ×-) Browser entry R-025 It creates gusts with its large wings to attack.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs Group: Flying Poké Assist: (present) Flying Field move: (present) (Fly ×-) Poké Assist: (past) Flying Field move: (past) (Cut ×1) Browser entry R-230/N-172 It launches twisters.
Pokémon Rumble Attack ●●●● Defense ●● Speed ●●●●			Pokémon Rumble Blast Attack ●●●● Defense ●● Speed ●●●●
Pokémon Rumble Rush Walking Speed: 1.17 seconds Base HP: 56 Base Attack: 79 Base Defense: 52 Base Speed: 70
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure PokéPark Pad entry: Staraptor is a Caretaker of the Granite Zone. He likes all Attractions that involve flying, and he's a specialist at Pelipper's Circle Circuit!
Pokémon Conquest HP: ★★★★ Move: Brave Bird Attack: ★★★★ Ability 1: Intimidate Ability 2: Hero Ability 3: Vanguard Defense: ★★ Speed: ★★★★ Evolves from Staravia when its Attack is 92 or higher Range: 4 Perfect Links: Muneshige and Munezane
Pokémon Battle Trozei Flying Attack Power: ★★★★★			Pokémon Shuffle Flying Attack Power: 60 - 120 10 #287 Stabilize+ Sometimes erases two of the foe's disruptions on the board.
Pokémon GO Base HP: 198 Base Attack: 234 Base Defense: 140 Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 1 km Evolution Requirement: N/A Fast Attacks: Wing Attack, Quick Attack, Sand Attack*, Gust† Charged Attacks: Brave Bird, Heat Wave, Close Combat, Fly*, Frustration, Return

Evolution data

Unevolved Starly  Normal  Flying

Level 14 →

First Evolution Staravia  Normal  Flying

Level 34 →

Second Evolution Staraptor  Normal  Flying

Sprites

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver Front Back Front Back Front Back
Generation V Black White Black 2 White 2 Front Back Front Back
Generation VI X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Front Back Front Back
Generation VII Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Front Back Front Back
Generation VIII Legends: Arceus
Cross-Generation HOME

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

Trivia

• Staraptor and Staravia were given their English names by Nob Ogasawara.

Origin

Staraptor is based on the white-cheeked starling, a common species of bird found throughout Asia, combined with a bird of prey. Although it largely resembles the starling in appearance, much of its inspiration comes from hawks and falcons, particularly its predatory nature and aerial speed. It also has strong similarities to the harpy eagle. The feathers hanging over its face are similar to the long-crested eagle.

Name origin

Staraptor is a combination of starling and raptor (a predatory bird).

Mukuhawk is a combination of 椋鳥 mukudori (gray starling) and hawk.

In other languages

Language Title Meaning Japanese ムクホーク Mukuhawk From 椋鳥 mukudori and hawk French Étouraptor From étourneau and raptor Spanish Staraptor Same as English name German Staraptor Same as English name Italian Staraptor Same as English name Korean 찌르호크 Jjiruhawk From 찌르레기 jjireuraeggi and hawk Mandarin Chinese 姆克鷹 / 姆克鹰 Mǔkèyīng From the transcription of Japanese name and 鷹 / 鹰 yīng Cantonese Chinese 姆克鷹 Móuhhākyīng From the Mandarin-based transcription of Japanese name and 鷹 yīng

More languages Hindi मैहॉक Myhawk From मैना myna and hawk or from Mihawk Thai มุคูฮอว์ก Mukhuhok Transcription of Japanese name

Related articles

• Ash's Staraptor

External links

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