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feraligatr
Generation II · #0160 — Big Jaw Pokémon
Feraligatr is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II and represents the final evolutionary stage of the Totodile line. As the Big Jaw Pokémon, it earns its designation through its most prominent feature: massive, powerful jaws lined with sharp fangs capable of delivering devastating bites. Feraligatr stands at an impressive 2.3 meters tall and weighs 88.8 kilograms, making it a formidable physical presence in any Pokémon battle. With a base stat total of 530, Feraligatr excels primarily in physical attack (105) and defense (100), establishing itself as a bulky physical attacker rather than a special sweeper. Its signature ability Torrent enhances Water-type moves to 1.5 times their damage output when Feraligatr's health drops to one-third or less, providing a powerful comeback mechanic in prolonged battles. The hidden ability Sheer Force offers an alternative strategy, boosting moves with secondary effects to 1.3 times their power while negating those effects, making it invaluable for players seeking consistent damage output over conditional advantages.
Base Stats
Height
2.3m
Weight
88.8kg
Category
Big Jaw Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
blue
Shape
upright
Habitat
waters-edge
Abilities
Strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.
Feraligatr Biology & Physical Characteristics
Feraligatr is a bulky, bipedal crocodilian Pokémon sporting blue scales across its muscular frame, with a noticeably hunched back and reinforced shoulders and hips. Its most striking feature is its large mouth filled with several sharp fangs, with three particularly prominent teeth visible even when its jaws are closed: two protruding from its lower jaw and one from its upper jaw. The Pokémon's eyes are distinctive red orbs surrounded by black markings, with ridge-like formations above them that give it a perpetually intimidating expression. Yellow coloration adorns its lower jaw and forms a distinctive V-shaped marking on its lower body, extending upward from its torso. Three red spines, each with three points, protrude from key locations: one atop its head, another between its shoulders, and a third near its tail's tip. Large rectangular scales group across its arms, knees, tail, and waist, providing both aesthetic definition and likely protective plating. Unlike many Pokémon, Feraligatr demonstrates the remarkable ability to sleep with one eye open, a trait consistent with its crocodilian nature and likely evolved for aquatic vigilance. This semi-aquatic adaptation is reflected in its physiology: while its powerful hind legs enable remarkable terrestrial speed and agility, its body structure makes supporting its substantial weight outside water quite difficult, causing it to frequently move on all fours when not in battle.
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Training
Breeding
Feraligatr Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Feraligatr exhibits a significant gender bias heavily favoring males, with approximately 87.5 percent of the species being male and only 12.5 percent female. This pronounced sexual dimorphism in population ratio is reflected across most of the Totodile evolutionary line and creates interesting dynamics for breeding mechanics within the Pokémon games. Both males and females of the species are equally capable in battle, with no inherent stat differences or move pool variations between genders, maintaining competitive balance despite the population imbalance. Feraligatr belongs to the Monster and Water 1 egg groups, allowing it to breed with a diverse range of compatible Pokémon partners to produce Totodile offspring. The species exhibits a base friendship value of 70, indicating moderate receptiveness to trainer bonding and affection, though not as readily as some other starter Pokémon. When bred, Feraligatr eggs require 20 hatch cycles to produce a Totodile, translating to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps of gameplay travel. This breeding period positions Feraligatr among Pokémon with relatively standard gestation times, neither exceptionally quick nor drawn out. Players seeking to breed Feraligatr for competitive purposes or to obtain eggs with specific inherited moves must account for the gender ratio when planning their breeding strategy, as finding female Feraligatr in the wild can prove challenging compared to securing males.
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gold silver
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red blue
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platinum
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emerald
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diamond pearl
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firered leafgreen
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ruby sapphire
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black white
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black 2 white 2
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xd
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colosseum
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heartgold soulsilver
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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ultra sun ultra moon
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feraligatr's Evolution Chain
Feraligatr Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Feraligatr evolves from Croconaw starting at level 30, completing the three-stage evolution line that begins with Totodile. This evolution marks a dramatic transformation in size, power, and capability, as Feraligatr's Attack stat jumps significantly while maintaining solid defensive capabilities. The evolution line demonstrates a consistent growth pattern across all three stages, with each form building upon the aquatic and predatory characteristics of its predecessor while introducing more pronounced physical musculature and aggressive features. In addition to its standard form, Feraligatr can undergo Mega Evolution into Mega Feraligatr using the Feraligite, a transformation introduced in later generations. Mega Feraligatr undergoes substantial stat redistribution, with its Attack increasing dramatically to 160 and its Defense boosting to 125, transforming it into an even more fearsome physical juggernaut. The Mega Evolution also grants Mega Feraligatr the Dragon typing alongside its primary Water typing, fundamentally altering its type matchups and strategic applications. This dual typing makes Mega Feraligatr resistant to a wider variety of attacks, including reducing damage from common threats like Electric and Grass-type moves to quarter damage. The addition of Dragon typing opens up access to Dragon-type moves and coverage options previously unavailable to its base form, significantly expanding Mega Feraligatr's competitive versatility and allowing it to fill different roles within team compositions.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Feraligatr Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Feraligatr is inherently a water-dwelling Pokémon, though its powerful hind legs grant it surprising mobility on land despite its considerable mass. According to Pokédex entries, the species uses its thick and powerful hind legs to charge at foes with incredible speed during battle, kicking the ground hard to build momentum before launching devastating physical attacks. The Pokémon primarily inhabits freshwater environments such as rivers, lakes, and swamps, where its aquatic prowess allows it to dominate both aquatic and terrestrial prey. When hunting, Feraligatr uses its massive jaws as a primary weapon, biting with such force and savagery that it reportedly shakes its head while tearing victims apart—a hunting strategy refined through generations of evolution. The species uses its imposing jaws as both a hunting tool and an intimidation display, opening its huge mouth wide to frighten opponents before engaging in battle. Feraligatr's temperament reflects its predatory nature; it is an aggressive and assertive Pokémon that does not shy away from confrontation. In its natural habitats, Feraligatr establishes itself as an apex predator, with few creatures willing to challenge it once they witness its displays of raw power and aggression.
Pokedex Entries
Generation II
When it bites with its massive and powerful jaws, it shakes its head and savagely tears its victim up.
It is hard for it to support its own weight out of water, so it gets down on all fours. But it moves fast.
Although it has a massive body, its powerful hind legs enable it to move quickly, even on the ground.
Generation III
FERALIGATR intimidates its foes by opening its huge mouth. In battle, it will kick the ground hard with its thick and powerful hind legs to charge at the foe at an incredible speed.
It opens its huge mouth to intimidate enemies. In battle, it runs using its thick and powerful hind legs to charge the foe with incredible speed.
It is hard for it to support its own weight out of water, so it gets down on all fours. But it moves fast.
When it bites with its massive and powerful jaws, it shakes its head and savagely tears up its victim.
Generation IV
It usually moves slowly, but it goes at blinding speed when it attacks and bites prey.
When it bites with its massive and powerful jaws, it shakes its head and savagely tears its victim up.
It is hard for it to support its weight out of water, so it sometimes gets down on all fours. But it moves fast.
Generation V
It usually moves slowly, but it goes at blinding speed when it attacks and bites prey.
It usually moves slowly, but it goes at blinding speed when it attacks and bites prey.
Generation VI
It usually moves slowly, but it goes at blinding speed when it attacks and bites prey.
When it bites with its massive and powerful jaws, it shakes its head and savagely tears its victim up.
Feraligatr intimidates its foes by opening its huge mouth. In battle, it will kick the ground hard with its thick and powerful hind legs to charge at the foe at an incredible speed.
Feraligatr Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Feraligatr's name derives from a combination of 'feral' and 'alligator,' perfectly encapsulating the Pokémon's savage, wild nature and its clear basis in crocodilian reptiles. The Japanese name 'Ordile' (オーダイル) similarly combines elements reflecting its predatory character and aquatic origins. The design philosophy emphasizes physical power and predatory aggression above all else, with the prominent jaws serving as the focal point of its entire silhouette. Game designers intentionally exaggerated Feraligatr's jaw structure compared to real-world crocodilians, making them disproportionately large to visually communicate the Pokémon's devastating bite force and primary combat strength. The red spine protrusions along its back and tail, absent in its pre-evolutions, serve as visual markers of its fully matured, dangerous status, evoking imagery of a creature bristling with hostile intent. The blue coloration, consistent across the Totodile line, maintains visual cohesion while the yellow accent markings on its jaw and lower body provide striking contrast that draws attention to these distinctive features. The hunched posture and bulk of Feraligatr's frame reflect a creature built for raw power rather than speed, though its hind leg emphasis suggests capability for explosive bursts of movement. This design successfully communicates Feraligatr's identity as a powerful, aggressive predator while maintaining enough personality and distinctiveness to stand apart from generic reptilian designs.
Learnable Moves
Feraligatr can learn 109 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| aqua jet | water | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| aqua tail | water | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| avalanche | ice | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| chip away | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| detect | fighting | Status | — | — | 5 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| dive | water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon dance | dragon | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| dynamic punch | fighting | Physical | 100 | 50 | 5 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fake tears | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| flail | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| flip turn | water | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury cutter | bug | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hydro cannon | water | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice fang | ice | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| lash out | dark | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| liquidation | water | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| mega kick | normal | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 |
| mega punch | normal | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 |
| metal claw | steel | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| muddy water | water | Special | 90 | 85 | 10 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic fangs | psychic | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| rage | normal | Physical | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock climb | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| scald | water | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| scale shot | dragon | Physical | 25 | 90 | 20 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| scratch | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seismic toss | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thrash | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| water pledge | water | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| waterfall | water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| whirlpool | water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Feraligatr Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, Feraligatr functions as a reliable physical attacker and bulky wallbreaker, leveraging its outstanding Attack stat of 105 combined with respectable Defense of 100 to pressure opponents while maintaining survivability. The Torrent ability provides valuable insurance in close matches, allowing Feraligatr to deal increased damage with Water-type moves when facing elimination, turning seemingly lost battles into dramatic comebacks. Feraligatr's movepool emphasizes physical attacks with reliable coverage options including Waterfall for consistent Water-type STAB (Same-Type Attack Bonus), Crunch for Dark-type coverage and special attack drops, and various other options like Dragon Dance to boost its Speed and Attack simultaneously. The hidden ability Sheer Force appeals to competitive players prioritizing consistent damage output, as it removes the luck element of secondary effects while providing a flat 1.3 times damage multiplier to applicable moves like Waterfall, Crunch, and Aqua Jet. Its Mega Evolution transforms Feraligatr into a significantly more threatening physical sweeper with Attack reaching 160, though the acquisition of Dragon typing complicates its defensive profile by introducing new weaknesses to Dragon and Fairy-type moves. Across various competitive formats, Feraligatr maintains relevance as an effective team member capable of breaking defensive cores and pressuring special attackers that might outspeed its base form. Speed remains Feraligatr's primary limitation with a base stat of only 78, requiring investment or external support like Dragon Dance to overcome faster metagame threats, though this drawback is partially offset by its excellent bulk and powerful STAB combination.
Commonly Asked Questions About Feraligatr
What type is Feraligatr?
Feraligatr is a water type Pokemon.
What does Feraligatr evolve from?
Feraligatr evolved from croconaw that evolved from totodile.
What are Feraligatr's weaknesses?
Feraligatr is weak to grass and electric type moves.
Feraligatr Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Feraligatr has secured a prominent place in Pokémon culture as one of the Generation II starter Pokémon evolution lines, commanding significant fan affection despite competition from Typhlosion and Meganium. The species appears regularly in Pokémon media across multiple formats, with notable appearances in the animated series including the character Wani-Wani and various other trainers' Feraligatr in meaningful battles. Its impressive physical design and predatory nature have made it a popular choice for fan art, merchandise, and competitive team building discussions across the global Pokémon community. Feraligatr's membership in the prestigious starter Pokémon roster grants it cultural significance comparable to iconic creatures like Charizard and Blastoise, though it remains somewhat overshadowed by Kanto region starters in mainstream discourse. The introduction of Mega Evolution in later generations revitalized competitive interest in Feraligatr, positioning it as a viable metagame threat that could compete with contemporaneous powerhouses. In trading card games and collectible markets, Feraligatr cards command respectable value and collector interest, with early printings from Generation II collections remaining sought-after by enthusiasts. The Pokémon's integration into spinoff games, mobile applications, and supplementary media has ensured its consistent presence in broader Pokémon culture, maintaining relevance across multiple decades of the franchise's evolution. Fan communities frequently celebrate Feraligatr's combination of raw power and aquatic versatility, making it a staple in discussions about optimal starter choices and team composition strategies.
Where to Find Feraligatr in Every Pokémon Game
Feraligatr originates from the Johto region, appearing as starter Pokémon #0009 across multiple Game Boy Color titles including Gold, Silver, and Crystal, where players select Totodile as one of three initial Pokémon choices. The evolutionary line remained accessible in subsequent remakes HeartGold and SoulSilver on Nintendo DS, maintaining the starter status in the remade Johto experience. In modern game titles, Feraligatr has received expanded availability through various methods beyond starter selection, including wild encounters in appropriate water-type habitats in numerous regions, breeding from Totodile or Croconaw, and event distributions in specific games. Pokémon Legends: Z-A, an upcoming title, lists Feraligatr with local Pokédex number 0009, suggesting its continued prominence in new region iterations. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Indigo Disk DLC assigns Feraligatr local Pokédex number 0181, confirming its appearance in modern generation gaming experiences. The species can be encountered or obtained in most mainline Pokémon games released since Generation II, making it consistently available to players seeking to build teams around this capable Water-type. Its relative commonness in wild water environments means trainers rarely struggle to acquire a Feraligatr at approximately level 30 through natural progression. Beyond mainline games, Feraligatr appears in Pokémon GO, side games, and various spinoff titles, ensuring comprehensive availability across multiple Pokémon gaming platforms. This widespread availability reflects Feraligatr's status as an iconic and foundational Pokémon, ensuring new and veteran players alike can easily access this powerful aquatic starter.