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Croagunk(JP) is a Poison/Fighting type Pokémon that was introduced in the fourth generation. It evolves into Toxicroak starting at level 37.

Physiology and Behaviour[]

Croagunk is a dark ultramarine-blue, bipedal Pokémon that resembles a poison dart frog. It has yellow eyes, which are surrounded by black markings. There are orange, expandable pouches on its cheeks, and its teeth are wide and flat. A black marking encircles its upper arms and chest, and there are white bands around its chest. The white markings are slightly higher up on the female Croagunk than the male. It has three fingers and toes, most of which are black. The only digits that are not black are its center fingers, which are orange instead.

Croagunk's cheek pouches and fingers contain a poisonous fluid. However, the fluid squeezed from its finger is also a significant ingredient in remedies for lower back pain once diluted. The cheek pouches can be used to create an unnerving sound. When its opponents are distracted, it tries to stab them with its fingers. Despite this, it fights others only to ensure its own survival. Croagunk is a popular Pokémon due to being chosen as a mascot for a pharmaceutical company. Croagunk and its evolved form, Toxicroak, are related to Seismitoad. Croagunk is said to have a dastardly nature, due to wielding poison. It usually lives in swamps and forested areas. Croagunk is the mascot of Pastoria City.

Appearances[]

Main games[]

In Pokémon Platinum, Looker is briefly seen with a Croagunk. Wild Croagunk in the games occasionally carry Black Sludge. In Pokémon X and Y, it is implied that it died in a later case.

Mystery Dungeon[]

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Croagunk is one of the members of Wigglytuff Guild. He doesn't have much of a purpose other than to run the Swap Cauldron. His catchphrase is "Meh-heh-heh".

Pokkén Tournament[]

Croagunk can be used as an assist in Pokkén Tournament. It uses Toxic to lower the opponent's defense. It is also a playable character in the arcade and Nintendo Switch versions of the game.

In the anime[]

In Gymbaliar!, Brock caught a Croagunk. He took over Misty and Max's job of pulling Brock away from attractive women during Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl, using Poison Jab on him every time he falls in love.

In Pokémon Generations, Looker used a Croagunk to battle Heatran and two Team Galactic Grunts at Stark Mountain.

In the manga[]

Origin[]

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers.
Pokémon Pearl Inflating its poison sacs, it makes an eerie blubbering sound for intimidation.
Pokémon Platinum It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot.
Pokémon HeartGold Fluid squeezed from its finger, albeit poisonous, is a significant ingredient in remedies for lower-back pain.
Pokémon SoulSilver Fluid squeezed from its finger, albeit poisonous, is a significant ingredient in remedies for lower-back pain.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot.
Pokémon White It rarely fights fairly, but that is strictly to ensure survival. It is popular as a mascot.
Pokémon Black 2 Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab.
Pokémon White 2 Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers.
Pokémon Y Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Its cheeks hold poison sacs. It tries to catch foes off guard to jab them with toxic fingers.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Inflating its poison sacs, it fills the area with an odd sound and hits flinching opponents with a poison jab.

Game Locations[]

Title Location(s)
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond
Great Marsh
Pokémon Pearl
Great Marsh
Pokémon Platinum
Route 212, Great Marsh
Pokémon HeartGold
Safari Zone
Pokémon SoulSilver
Safari Zone
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black
Route 8 (Swarm)Spring/Summer/Autumn
Pokémon White
Route 8 (Swarm)Spring/Summer/Autumn
Pokémon Black 2
Route 8, Icirrus City, Moor of IcirrusSpring/Summer/Autumn
Pokémon White 2
Route 8, Icirrus City, Moor of IcirrusSpring/Summer/Autumn
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Route 7
Pokémon Y
Route 7


Evolution[]

Croagunk
Reach level 37.
Toxicroak
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Base Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 48
Attack 61
Defense 40
Sp. Attack 61
Sp. Defense 40
Speed 50
Total 300


Moveset[]

Main article: Croagunk/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

Sprites
Diamond Pearl
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Platinum
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Heart Soul
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Black White
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X Y
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Sword Shield
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Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
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Legends Arceus
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Scarlet Violet
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Trivia[]

  • Croagunk's English name, along with numerous others, was released on February 13, 2007. Due to the poor quality of the image, it was believed its name was "Croalurk".
  • In Pokkén Tournament DX, Croagunk is the only playable character that is also a support Pokémon.

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