grovyle
Generation III · #0253 — Wood Gecko Pokémon
Grovyle, known as the Wood Gecko Pokémon and bearing the National Pokédex number #253, is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III. It represents the intermediate evolution stage in the Treecko evolutionary line, bridging the small, curious Treecko and the powerful final form, Sceptile. With a base stat total of 405, Grovyle specializes in speed and special attack, making it a nimble combatant that relies on evasion and ranged Grass-type techniques rather than brute physical force. The species has become iconic to the Hoenn region's verdant landscapes, appearing prominently in both the original Ruby and Sapphire versions and their enhanced remakes, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. Grovyle's design and capabilities reflect the evolutionary philosophy of Generation III's starter Pokémon line, which emphasizes adaptation to specific environmental niches and combat strategies.
Base Stats
Height
0.9m
Weight
21.6kg
Category
Wood Gecko Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
green
Shape
upright
Habitat
forest
Abilities
Strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Doubles Speed upon using or losing a held item.
Grovyle Biology & Physical Characteristics
Grovyle exhibits a distinctly theropod dinosaur-like appearance, standing at 0.9 meters tall and weighing only 21.6 kilograms, making it a relatively lightweight Pokémon despite its muscular build. Its body is predominantly green with a striking red underside and a belt-like green stripe running across its belly, providing excellent camouflage in forest environments. The most distinctive biological features are its prominent foliage: three long leaves sprouting from each wrist, a large leaf adorning the top of its head, and two leafy tails that enhance its camouflage capabilities. Grovyle possesses two-clawed fingers on its hands and powerful, birdlike feet that anchor its renowned jumping and climbing abilities. The species' most remarkable physiological characteristic is its extraordinarily developed thigh musculature, which grants it astounding agility and jumping performance. These muscles generate explosive bursts of power that enable Grovyle to leap rapidly from branch to branch with unparalleled grace and speed. The leafy extensions covering its body serve a dual purpose: they provide both exceptional camouflage in thickly overgrown forests and assist in thermoregulation and respiration, typical of grass-type Pokémon biology.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Grovyle Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Grovyle exhibits a strong male-biased gender ratio, with 87.5% of the species being male and only 12.5% being female, similar to most Pokémon in the Monster and Dragon egg groups. This biological skew creates interesting breeding dynamics, as female Grovyle are considerably rarer and more sought after by competitive breeders. Both males and females are capable of breeding, belonging to the Monster and Dragon egg groups, which grants them access to diverse move pools through breeding combinations. The species has a base friendship value of 70 and a medium-slow growth rate, requiring significant experience accumulation to reach higher evolutionary stages. Eggs hatch after 20 cycles, approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps depending on game mechanics, allowing dedicated breeders to produce competitive specimens through careful selection. Female Grovyle, despite their rarity, are particularly valuable because Pokémon inherit Poké Ball type from their mother in most game generations, making female specimens essential for collectors seeking specific ball aesthetics. The gender ratio also has competitive implications, as the hidden ability Unburden is particularly valuable when combined with move sets that leverage held item consumption, making the breeding of quality females a worthwhile endeavor for serious trainers.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm00
sword shield
tm01
yellow
tm01
gold silver
tm01
crystal
tm01
red blue
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
sun moon
tm01
blue japan
tm01
red green japan
tm01
sword shield
tm02
crystal
+738 more TMs/HMs
grovyle's Evolution Chain
Grovyle Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Grovyle evolves from Treecko when the latter reaches level 16, representing a significant maturation in both physical capability and combat prowess. The evolution introduces substantial improvements across most stat categories, particularly in Special Attack, which increases from Treecko's 70 to Grovyle's 85, and Speed, which rises from 70 to 95—a defining characteristic of this evolutionary stage. At level 36, Grovyle undergoes its final evolution into Sceptile, gaining additional refinement in speed and special attack while developing a more agile, reptilian form. The evolutionary progression reflects a biological metamorphosis where Grovyle serves as a transitional form, having developed sufficient muscle mass and leaf growth to function as a capable forest predator while still retaining room for further specialization. This middle evolutionary stage is particularly valued by trainers who appreciate its balance of offensive capability and survival prowess, as it represents an optimal point for competitive training before the final evolution into Sceptile. The evolutionary line demonstrates the generational design philosophy of providing trainers with meaningful progression checkpoints rather than forcing evolution into final forms.
Where to Find
alola route 5
alola
Grovyle Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Grovyle inhabits dense jungles and thickly forested regions where its natural camouflage proves invaluable for both hunting and evading predators. According to Pokédex entries, no Pokémon has ever successfully caught a fleeing Grovyle, regardless of their speed, a testament to its superior agility and the protective properties of its leafy covering. The species is a master climber, spending most of its time navigating the canopy in search of prey, which it pursues by leaping deftly from branch to branch with remarkable coordination. Grovyle employs a hunting strategy involving stealthy approach and quick strikes, closing in on its target while using the dense foliage and its camouflage to remain undetected. Research indicates that the species sleeps in various positions throughout jungle environments, and its excellent camouflage makes resting Grovyle extraordinarily difficult for even veteran Pokémon researchers to locate. The species exhibits territorial behavior, defending its forest domain from intruders while maintaining a solitary lifestyle punctuated by brief mating season interactions with potential partners.
Pokedex Entries
The leaves growing out of GROVYLE’s body are convenient for camouflaging it from enemies in the forest. This POKéMON is a master at climbing trees in jungles.
This POKéMON adeptly flies from branch to branch in trees. In a forest, no POKéMON can ever hope to catch a fleeing GROVYLE however fast they may be.
Leaves grow out of this POKéMON’s body. They help obscure a GROVYLE from the eyes of its enemies while it is in a thickly overgrown forest.
Its strongly developed thigh muscles give it astounding agility and jumping performance.
It lives in dense jungles. While closing in on its prey, it leaps from branch to branch.
It leaps from tree branch to tree branch quite swiftly. It shows astounding agility.
It lives in dense jungles. While closing in on its prey, it leaps from branch to branch.
It lives in dense jungles. While closing in on its prey, it leaps from branch to branch.
Its strongly developed thigh muscles give it astounding agility and jumping performance.
It lives in dense jungles. While closing in on its prey, it leaps from branch to branch.
The leaves growing out of Grovyle’s body are convenient for camouflaging it from enemies in the forest. This Pokémon is a master at climbing trees in jungles.
This Pokémon adeptly flies from branch to branch in trees. In a forest, no Pokémon can ever hope to catch a fleeing Grovyle however fast they may be.
Grovyle Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Grovyle represents a sophisticated blend of 'grove,' referring to a small grouping of trees, and 'reptile,' emphasizing the creature's dinosaur-like physiology. The Japanese name, Juptile, combines elements suggesting the creature's grass-covered, tree-dwelling nature. Design-wise, Grovyle draws inspiration from theropod dinosaurs such as Velociraptor, evidenced by its bipedal stance, powerful hind legs, and predatory posture, while the prominent leaf formations create a fusion of dinosaurian and botanical aesthetics. The color scheme—predominantly green with red underside—mirrors actual arboreal reptiles and provides effective visual camouflage in jungle environments. The leafy appendages, particularly the distinctive wrist-leaves and head-crest, differentiate Grovyle from typical reptilian creatures while reinforcing its Grass-type classification. The designers deliberately crafted Grovyle's silhouette to suggest rapid movement and agility, with a sleek, streamlined body that contrasts sharply with stockier starter Pokémon from previous generations. This design philosophy extends to the species' facial features, which maintain the intelligent, alert expression characteristic of the Treecko line while incorporating subtle hints of predatory focus befitting a creature that hunts through jungle canopies.
Learnable Moves
Grovyle can learn 100 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| absorb | grass | Special | 20 | 100 | 25 |
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| detect | fighting | Status | — | — | 5 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double kick | fighting | Physical | 30 | 100 | 30 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon breath | dragon | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| dynamic punch | fighting | Physical | 100 | 50 | 5 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury cutter | bug | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| grass pledge | grass | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| grassy glide | grass | Physical | 55 | 100 | 20 |
| grassy terrain | grass | Status | — | — | 10 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| leaf blade | grass | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| leaf storm | grass | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| leafage | grass | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| leech seed | grass | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| mega drain | grass | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| mega kick | normal | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 |
| mega punch | normal | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| night slash | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| pound | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| pursuit | dark | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| quick guard | fighting | Status | — | — | 15 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 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 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| seismic toss | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| slam | normal | Physical | 80 | 75 | 20 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| solar blade | grass | Physical | 125 | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| synthesis | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| upper hand | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 15 |
| vacuum wave | fighting | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| worry seed | grass | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| x scissor | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
Grovyle Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive play, Grovyle occupies a unique niche as a speedy special attacker with a base Special Attack of 85 and exceptional Speed of 95, allowing it to outpace many common threats in lower competitive tiers. Its ability Overgrow provides a crucial defensive mechanism, increasing the power of Grass-type moves to 1.5× damage when health drops to one-third or below, transforming Grovyle into a formidable comeback threat in tight matches. However, Grovyle's moderate defenses—45 Defense and 65 Special Defense with only 50 HP—render it vulnerable to priority moves and physical attacks, necessitating careful prediction and strategic switching. The hidden ability Unburden offers an alternative competitive strategy, doubling Speed when Grovyle uses or loses a held item, creating opportunities for Choice Scarf or Trick Room combinations that can catch opponents off-guard. Grovyle's movepool provides respectable coverage through moves like Leaf Storm, Earthquake, Focus Blast, and Shadow Ball, allowing it to threaten a wide variety of opponents despite its intermediate evolution status. Most competitive players utilize Grovyle as a lead or mid-game momentum shifter rather than a late-game sweeper, leveraging its high Speed to secure early knockouts before switching out to more durable teammates. Its relatively poor durability means success with Grovyle demands excellent team synergy and predictive play, rewarding skilled trainers who understand Speed-based threat management.
Commonly Asked Questions About Grovyle
What type is Grovyle?
Grovyle is a grass type Pokemon.
What does Grovyle evolve into?
Grovyle evolves into sceptile.
What are Grovyle's weaknesses?
Grovyle is weak to flying, poison, bug, fire and ice type moves.
Where can I find Grovyle?
Grovyle can be found in alola route 5 (alola).
Grovyle Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Grovyle has achieved significant cultural prominence within the Pokémon franchise, most notably through Ash's Grovyle in the Pokémon anime series, which appeared during the Advanced Generation arc and became a fan-favorite character known for its rebellious personality and eventual bond with Ash. The species received additional narrative attention as a main character in the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky games, where it appeared as a significant figure with substantial plot relevance. Grovyle's design has influenced subsequent Grass-type starter Pokémon development, establishing the archetype of the agile, predatory grass-type as an alternative to bulky or defensive options. The species appears prominently in competitive trading card game releases and has inspired numerous fan artworks, customized Pokémon figures, and cosplay representations throughout the global community. Grovyle's role in the Hoenn region's ecological narrative helped establish Generation III's sophisticated approach to Pokémon-environment integration, where starter Pokémon lines reflected specific regional biomes and evolutionary pressures. The Pokémon's appearance in spin-off titles, including Pokémon Mystery Dungeon and ranger games, has broadened its cultural relevance beyond traditional mainline games, introducing it to diverse audiences and establishing it as an integral part of the franchise's expanded universe.
Where to Find Grovyle in Every Pokémon Game
Grovyle primarily becomes available to players through the evolution of Treecko, the Grass-type starter Pokémon available at the beginning of Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire, making it obtainable early in these games' storylines. Players can obtain Treecko and guide its evolution to Grovyle through normal progression, requiring level 16 to trigger the initial evolution from Treecko. In games outside the Hoenn region, Grovyle availability varies significantly; it can be captured or obtained through trading in various Generation III, IV, and V titles, though it is notably absent from certain game versions. Subsequent generations have included Grovyle in their Pokédex entries, with appearances in X and Y, Sun and Moon, Sword and Shield, and Scarlet and Violet, though availability methods differ substantially—typically through National Pokédex access, breeding, or Pokémon Home transfers rather than direct wild encounters. The Indigo Disk DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet includes Grovyle in its expanded Pokédex, allowing players to catch or breed specimens within that content. Trading between players remains a reliable method for obtaining Grovyle across most game generations, with the species' relatively low capture rate of 45 making wild encounters moderately challenging. For modern players, Pokémon Home and Nintendo Switch Online provide connectivity options enabling Grovyle transfer between compatible games, though availability in the most current titles should be verified against official Pokédex databases.