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Nidorino is a Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I, known as the Poison Pin Pokémon. Its evolution line is Nidoran M → Nidorino.
What type is Nidorino?
Nidorino is a Poison-type Pokémon.
What is Nidorino weak to?
Nidorino is weak to Ground and Psychic-type attacks.
What does Nidorino resist?
Nidorino resists Grass, Fighting, Poison, Bug, and Fairy-type attacks.
What are Nidorino's base stats?
Nidorino has a base stat total of 365. Its highest base stat is Attack at 72. See the full base stat breakdown.
What abilities does Nidorino have?
Nidorino can have Poison Point and Rivalry as standard abilities, plus Hustle as its Hidden Ability. Browse all abilities.
What does Nidorino evolve from?
Nidorino evolves from Nidoran M starting at level 16.
How does Nidorino evolve?
Nidorino evolves into Nidoking when exposed to a Moon Stone.
Where can you find Nidorino?
Nidorino can be encountered in the wild in 21 games, including Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, Pokémon Yellow, and Pokémon Gold. See the per-game location list.
What moves can Nidorino learn?
Nidorino can learn 76 different moves across the main series, through leveling up, TMs and HMs, and move tutors. See Nidorino's complete movepool.
Base Stats
Abilities
Type Matchups
View full type chart →Damage multipliers vs. poison typing. Ability-based immunities (e.g. Levitate) are not included.
Evolution Line
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Moves · 76 total
Level-Up
13 movesTM / HM
58 movesMove Tutor
5 movesWhere to find· 32 games
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Red?
4 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Safari Zone Area 1 East, Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North, Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon Red.
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 1 East
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Blue?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Celadon City Prize Corner, Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon Blue.
- •Celadon City Prize Corner
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Yellow?
4 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 23, Kanto Route 9, Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon Yellow.
- •Kanto Route 23
- •Kanto Route 9
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Gold?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 13, Kanto Route 14, and Kanto Route 15 in Pokémon Gold.
- •Kanto Route 13
- •Kanto Route 14
- •Kanto Route 15
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Silver?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 13, Kanto Route 14, and Kanto Route 15 in Pokémon Silver.
- •Kanto Route 13
- •Kanto Route 14
- •Kanto Route 15
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Crystal?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 13, Kanto Route 14, and Kanto Route 15 in Pokémon Crystal.
- •Kanto Route 13
- •Kanto Route 14
- •Kanto Route 15
Nidorino in Pokémon Ruby
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Nidorino in Pokémon Sapphire
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Nidorino in Pokémon Emerald
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Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon FireRed?
4 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Safari Zone Area 1 East, Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North, Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon FireRed.
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 1 East
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon LeafGreen?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 11, Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon LeafGreen.
- •Kanto Route 11
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Diamond?
2 spotsNidorino can be found in Sinnoh Route 221 and Valor Lakefront in Pokémon Diamond.
- •Sinnoh Route 221
- •Valor Lakefront
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Pearl?
2 spotsNidorino can be found in Sinnoh Route 221 and Valor Lakefront in Pokémon Pearl.
- •Sinnoh Route 221
- •Valor Lakefront
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Platinum?
2 spotsNidorino can be found in Sinnoh Route 221 and Valor Lakefront in Pokémon Platinum.
- •Sinnoh Route 221
- •Valor Lakefront
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon HeartGold?
4 spotsNidorino can be found in Johto Safari Zone Savannah, Kanto Route 13, Kanto Route 14, and Kanto Route 15 in Pokémon HeartGold.
- •Johto Safari Zone Savannah
- •Kanto Route 13
- •Kanto Route 14
- •Kanto Route 15
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon SoulSilver?
4 spotsNidorino can be found in Johto Safari Zone Savannah, Kanto Route 13, Kanto Route 14, and Kanto Route 15 in Pokémon SoulSilver.
- •Johto Safari Zone Savannah
- •Kanto Route 13
- •Kanto Route 14
- •Kanto Route 15
Nidorino in Pokémon Black
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Nidorino in Pokémon White
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Nidorino in Pokémon Black 2
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Nidorino in Pokémon White 2
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Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon X?
1 spotNidorino can be found in Kalos Route 11 in Pokémon X.
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Y?
1 spotNidorino can be found in Kalos Route 11 in Pokémon Y.
Nidorino in Pokémon Omega Ruby
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Nidorino in Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
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Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu!?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 10, Kanto Route 23, and Kanto Route 9 in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu!.
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Let's Go, Eevee!?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Route 10, Kanto Route 23, and Kanto Route 9 in Pokémon Let's Go, Eevee!.
Nidorino in Pokémon Sword
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Nidorino in Pokémon Shield
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Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Green Japan?
3 spotsNidorino can be found in Celadon City Prize Corner, Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon Green Japan.
- •Celadon City Prize Corner
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon Red Japan?
4 spotsNidorino can be found in Kanto Safari Zone Area 1 East, Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North, Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West, and Kanto Safari Zone Middle in Pokémon Red Japan.
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 1 East
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 2 North
- •Kanto Safari Zone Area 3 West
- •Kanto Safari Zone Middle
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon The Crown Tundra Shield?
6 spotsNidorino can be found in Ballimere Lake Max Den C, Ballimere Lake Max Den H, Frigid Sea Max Den G, Giants Bed, Giants Bed Max Den C, and Giants Bed Max Den K in Pokémon The Crown Tundra Shield.
- •Ballimere Lake Max Den C
- •Ballimere Lake Max Den H
- •Frigid Sea Max Den G
- •Giants Bed
- •Giants Bed Max Den C
- •Giants Bed Max Den K
Where can you find Nidorino in Pokémon The Crown Tundra Sword?
6 spotsNidorino can be found in Ballimere Lake Max Den C, Ballimere Lake Max Den H, Frigid Sea Max Den G, Giants Bed, Giants Bed Max Den C, and Giants Bed Max Den K in Pokémon The Crown Tundra Sword.
- •Ballimere Lake Max Den C
- •Ballimere Lake Max Den H
- •Frigid Sea Max Den G
- •Giants Bed
- •Giants Bed Max Den C
- •Giants Bed Max Den K