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Swellow(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Normal/Flying type Pokémon that was introduced in the third generation. It evolves from Taillow at level 22.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Swellow is a large, dark-blue bird Pokémon with a red breast and face. A crest of feathers sweeps back from the top of its head. A blue stripe separates the red markings on its head and chest, and it has a white underside. It has small, narrow eyes, a pointed, yellow beak, and red feet with black talons. Each foot has three forward-facing toes and one pointed backward. Two long, pointed feathers with red tips form its tail and are an indication of good health when standing up straight. Swellow's wings taper to a sharp point. An impressive dive-bomber, it will never miss its target. Additionally, it takes great pride in its glossy plumage and often cleans the wings of other Swellow. It searches for warm meadows while in the air. Swellow preys on Wurmple.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Swellow is one of the members of Team Tasty, alongside Wurmple. Throughout the game, Wurmple is scared that Swellow will eat him. Only at the end of the game does Swellow realize this. He later reappears as a recruitable character in Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon, still proudly declaring himself as Wurmple's teammate.

In the anime[]

In That's Just Swellow, Ash Ketchum's Taillow evolved into a Swellow during the final round of the Crossgate PokéRinger competition.

In Sky High Gym Battle!, Winona used a Shiny Swellow during her Gym battle against Ash. It faced off against Grovyle, which it was able to defeat, but it was later defeated by Ash's own Swellow.

Origin and inspiration[]

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby 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.
Pokémon Sapphire Swellow is very conscientious about the upkeep of its glossy wings. Once two Swellow are gathered, they diligently take care of cleaning each other's wings.
Pokémon Emerald A Swellow dives upon prey from far above. It never misses its targets. It takes to the skies in search of lands with a warm climate.
Pokémon FireRed If its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky.
Pokémon LeafGreen If its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Pokémon Pearl It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Pokémon Platinum It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Pokémon HeartGold It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws.
Pokémon SoulSilver It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Pokémon White It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Pokémon Black 2 It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Pokémon White 2 It circles the sky in search of prey. When it spots one, it dives steeply to catch the prey.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X If its two tail feathers are standing at attention, it is proof of good health. It soars elegantly in the sky.
Pokémon Y It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws.
Pokémon Omega Ruby 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.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Swellow is very conscientious about the upkeep of its glossy wings. Once two Swellow are gathered, they diligently take care of cleaning each other’s wings.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond It circles the sky in search of prey and dives sharply to catch its target.
Pokémon Shining Pearl It circles the sky in search of prey and dives sharply to catch its target.


Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby
Route 115
Pokémon Sapphire
Route 115
Pokémon Emerald
Route 115
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond
Route 213 (Poké Radar)
Pokémon Pearl
Route 213 (Poké Radar)
Pokémon Platinum
Route 213 (Poké Radar)
Pokémon HeartGold
Evolve Taillow
Pokémon SoulSilver
Evolve Taillow
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black
Route 13, Giant Chasm
Pokémon White
Route 13, Giant Chasm
Pokémon Black 2
Route 13 (Swarm)
Pokémon White 2
Route 13 (Swarm)
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Evolve Taillow
Pokémon Y
Evolve Taillow
Pokémon Omega Ruby
Evolve Taillow
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Evolve Taillow


Evolution[]

Taillow
Reach level 20.
Swellow
PKMN276 PKMN277

Base Stats[]

Gen III-VI[]

Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 85
Defense 60
Sp. Attack 50
Sp. Defense 50
Speed 125
Total 430

Gen VII+[]

Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 85
Defense 60
Sp. Attack 75
Sp. Defense 50
Speed 125
Total 455

Moveset[]

Main article: Taillow/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

Sprites
Ruby Sapphire
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Emerald
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Fire Leaf
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Diamond Pearl
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Platinum
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Heart Soul
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Black White
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Black 2 White 2
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X Y
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Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
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