Zangoose
Cat Ferret Pokémon |
ザングース
Zangoose |
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#335 |
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Type
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Abilities
Immunity |
Toxic Boost
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Breeding
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Height
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Weight
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Base experience yield
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Leveling rate
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EV yield
Total: 2 |
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Shape
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Footprint
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Pokédex color
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Base friendship
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External Links
- On Smogon Pokédex:
- Generation III
- Generation IV
- Generation V
- Generation VI
- Generation VII
- Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives
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Zangoose (Japanese: ザングース Zangoose) is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.
It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.
It is well known for its ongoing feud against Seviper.
Biology
Zangoose is a bipedal Pokémon resembling a cross between a mongoose and cat. Despite being classified as a bipedal Pokémon, it usually walks on all fours. Its fur is mostly white with deep red, scar-like markings on the face, chest, and forepaws. It has two long, black claws on its forepaws, and pink paw pads on its hind feet. It has pink eyes, long ears, and a small red nose. When it opens its mouth, two sharp fangs can be seen on its upper jaw. There are small tufts of white fur on its shoulders, and it has a large, fluffy tail.
Zangoose is bitter enemies with Seviper, which it has battled for many generations. Its claws are its best weapons and can be used for its former signature move, Crush Claw. It lives in grasslands and savannas.
In the anime
Main series
Major appearances
Zangoose debuted in ZigZag Zangoose, under the ownership of Nicholai. It battled Ash and his Treecko, but suddenly, Zangoose noticed Jessie's Seviper and started to battle it instead. Ash, his friends, and even Team Rocket did not know what was going on, but it was Zangoose and Seviper's natural rivalry that got the two fighting. They were suddenly knocked into a river and Seviper then used Poison Tail, knocking Zangoose unconscious. Brock nursed Zangoose back to health with herbal medicine and left it to rest. Later, Seviper reappeared and engaged it in battle again. After a long and fierce battle, Zangoose finally knocked out the Fang Snake Pokémon with a Crush Claw.
In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time & Darkness, a Zangoose was a member of Team Razor Wind, along with Scyther and Sandslash. The trio of clawed Pokémon were first seen being blasted out of the Wigglytuff Guild. Team Razor Wind overheard that Team Poképals were assigned with the task of traveling to the Labyrinth Cave to get a Gabite Scale for an ailing Shinx, and decided to attempt beating Team Poképals. Unfortunately for Team Razor Wind, Gabite beat them up. The team reappeared in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - Beyond Time & Darkness.
In Glory Blaze!, it was revealed that Paul found Chimchar while it was being attacked by multiple Zangoose. Due to the amazing power Chimchar used while fighting the Zangoose, Paul decided to catch it. Also in this episode, Chimchar faced off against a Black Belt's Zangoose and nearly lost to it during the Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition.
In Tears For Fears!, multiple Zangoose confronted Team Rocket and fought Jessie's Seviper. Later, Chimchar found the courage to defeat them.
In Beating the Bustle and Hustle!, Crimson used a Zangoose in a battle against Ash and Officer Jenny. It was able to defeat Buizel but then fell to Pikachu's Iron Tail.
In Saving Braviary!, Weiss sent out a Zangoose after he and Schwarz caught N getting away with an injured Braviary. It was then used to battle Ash and his friends, and was eventually defeated in a battle by Ash's Pikachu with help from the same Braviary.
Minor appearances
In a flashback in Delcatty Got Your Tongue, a Coordinator's Zangoose was defeated by Dr. Abby's Skitty during the Grand Festival.
In A Double Dilemma, a Zangoose was living at North Petalburg.
A Trainer's Zangoose appeared in Destiny Deoxys.
A Zangoose appeared in the opening sequence of Lucario and the Mystery of Mew.
A Coordinator's Zangoose appeared in Thinning the Hoard! and Channeling the Battle Zone!.
A Zangoose appeared in a flashback in Pace - The Final Frontier!.
A Zangoose appeared in a flashback in Chim - Charred!.
In Ash and N: A Clash of Ideals!, Team Plasma Grunts used multiple Zangoose during Team Plasma's assault on the White Ruins.
A Trainer's Zangoose appeared in A Festival Reunion!.
Pokédex entries
Entry |
AG048 |
Zangoose |
Ash's Pokédex |
Zangoose, the Cat Ferret Pokémon. Zangoose usually walks around on all fours, but stands on its hind legs when angry. It's very quick and can easily dodge most enemy attacks. |
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DP051 |
Zangoose |
Dawn's Pokédex |
Zangoose, the Cat Ferret Pokémon. Zangoose have battled against Seviper for many generations, and their sharp claws are their best weapons. |
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Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer
Zangoose (rear right) in the animated trailer
In the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer, a Team Plasma Grunt's Zangoose surrounded Nate, Hugh, and Cheren aboard the Plasma Frigate.
In the manga
Zangoose in
Pokémon Adventures
Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl
A Zangoose appeared in PDP15.
Pokémon Adventures
Zangoose debuted in On the Loose and Hyper With Zangoose and Seviper I, where it fought a wild Seviper.
Sidney owns a Zangoose, which he used to try and awaken the Legendary creatures. It first appeared in The Beginning of the End with Kyogre & Groudon XIII.
The Battle Tower rented a Zangoose, which was stolen by Guile Hideout in The Final Battle VII.
A Trainer's Zangoose appeared in Getting the Drop on Gallade I.
A Zangoose appeared in a flashback as one of the Pokémon trained by the International Police in Innocent Scientist.
Pokémon Battle Frontier
Enta obtained a Zangoose before he entered the Battle Frontier. It first appeared in The Predestined Battle!.
In the TCG
- Main article: Zangoose (TCG)
In the TFG
One Zangoose figure has been released.
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Zangoose is the leader of Team Razor Wind. The same Zangoose reappears in Super Mystery Dungeon.
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III. |
Generation III |
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Hoenn
#123 |
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Kanto
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Ruby |
Memories of battling its arch-rival Seviper are etched into every cell of Zangoose's body. This Pokémon adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility. |
Sapphire |
Zangoose usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This Pokémon shares a bitter rivalry with Seviper that dates back over generations. |
Emerald |
When it battles, it stands on its hind legs and attacks with its sharply clawed forelegs. Its fur bristles if it encounters any Seviper. |
FireRed |
If it comes across a Seviper, its fur bristles and it assumes its battle pose. Its sharp claws are its best weapon. |
LeafGreen |
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Generation IV |
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Sinnoh
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Johto
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Diamond |
It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
Pearl |
Platinum |
HeartGold |
Its fur would all stand on end if it smelled a Seviper nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes. |
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Unova
B2W2: #186 |
Black |
It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
White |
Black 2 |
It's Seviper's archrival. To threaten those it encounters, it fans out the claws on its front paws. |
White 2 |
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Generation VI |
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Kalos
Coastal #005 |
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Hoenn
#128 |
X |
It has feuded with Seviper for many generations. Its sharp claws are its biggest weapons. |
Y |
Its fur would all stand on end if it smelled a Seviper nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes. |
Omega Ruby |
Memories of battling its archrival Seviper are etched into every cell of Zangoose's body. This Pokémon adroitly dodges attacks with incredible agility. |
Alpha Sapphire |
Zangoose usually stays on all fours, but when angered, it gets up on its hind legs and extends its claws. This Pokémon shares a bitter rivalry with Seviper that dates back over generations. |
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Generation VII |
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Alola
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Kanto
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This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII. |
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Generation VIII |
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Galar
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This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VIII. |
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III. |
Generation III |
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Sapphire |
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Emerald |
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FireRed |
LeafGreen |
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Colosseum |
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Diamond |
Pearl |
Routes 208 and 210 (Ruby) |
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Platinum |
Routes 208 and 210 (Ruby) |
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HeartGold |
SoulSilver |
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Pal Park |
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Generation V |
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Black |
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Black 2 |
White 2 |
Routes 7 and 11, Village Bridge
Routes 7 and 23 (Hidden Grotto) |
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Dream World |
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Generation VI |
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Omega Ruby |
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Alpha Sapphire |
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Generation VII |
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Moon |
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Ultra Sun |
Ultra Moon |
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Let's Go Pikachu |
Let's Go Eevee |
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In side games
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III. |
Generation III |
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Pinball: R&S |
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Trozei! |
Secret Storage 3, Huge Storage 3, Endless Level 22, Mr. Who's Den |
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MD Red |
MD Blue |
Mt. Freeze (7F-12F), Wish Cave (65F-71F) |
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Generation IV |
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MD Time |
MD Darkness |
Crevice Cave (B1F-B10F, Lower Crevice Cave B1F-B4F), Mt. Avalanche (1F-19F) |
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MD Sky |
Crevice Cave (B1F-B10F, Lower Crevice Cave B1F-B4F), Mt. Avalanche (1F-19F) |
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Generation V |
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Rumble Blast |
Meadow: Everspring Valley |
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Rumble U |
Entranceway: A Fateful Showdown! |
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Generation VI |
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Battle Trozei |
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Shuffle |
Event: The Daily Pokémon (#4) |
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Rumble World |
Legend Terrain: Meteorite Parkland (All Areas, Entrance Boss) |
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Generation VII |
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Rumble Rush |
Celebi Sea, Zygarde Sea, Butterfree Sea, Rayquaza Sea, Celebi SeaFinal, Zygarde SeaFinal |
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In events
RS |
Pokémon Center New York Campaign 4 Zangoose |
English |
United States |
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August 7 to 13, 2004 |
RSEFRLG |
Gather More Pokémon! Fifth Campaign Zangoose |
Japanese |
Japan |
10 |
March 21 to April 9, 2006 |
Held items
Game |
Held Item(s) |
Pokémon XD |
Silk Scarf (100%) |
Diamond |
Pearl |
Quick Claw (5%) |
Platinum |
HeartGold |
SoulSilver |
Quick Claw (5%) |
Black |
White |
Quick Claw (5%) |
Black 2 |
White 2 |
Quick Claw (5%) |
X |
Y |
Quick Claw (5%) |
Omega Ruby |
Alpha Sapphire |
Quick Claw (5%) |
Stats
Base stats
Stat |
Range |
At Lv. 50 |
At Lv. 100 |
HP:
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133 - 180 |
256 - 350 |
Attack:
115
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108 - 183 |
211 - 361 |
Defense:
60
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58 - 123 |
112 - 240 |
Sp. Atk:
60
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58 - 123 |
112 - 240 |
Sp. Def:
60
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58 - 123 |
112 - 240 |
Speed:
90
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85 - 156 |
166 - 306 |
Total:
458
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Other Pokémon with this total |
- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation VIII, this Pokémon is: |
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- If this Pokémon is given a Ring Target, the effectiveness of Ghost-type moves is 1×.
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Learnset
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This Pokémon is unavailable within Generation VIII.
Click on the generation numbers above to see Zangoose's learnsets from other generations. |
Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III. |
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Generation IV |
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Diamond |
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Platinum |
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HeartGold |
SoulSilver |
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Generation V |
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Black |
White |
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Generation VI |
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Omega Ruby |
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Generation VII |
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Sun |
Moon |
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Ultra Sun |
Ultra Moon |
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Front |
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Generation VIII |
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Sword |
Shield |
400px |
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For other sprites and images, please see
Zangoose images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
Trivia
- Zangoose and its rival Seviper share several characteristics, such as being in the Field Egg Group, residing in the same Friend Area, and being the only two Pokémon with a base stat total of 458.
- Zangoose and Seviper also have the exact opposite Experience group, with Zangoose being in the Erratic group and Seviper being in the Fluctuating group.
Origin
Zangoose is likely based on the mongoose, a cat-like carnivore that is well known for its ability to hunt and kill venomous snakes. It also bears a physical resemblance to the Turkish Angora and Persian cat breeds. The rivalry Zangoose shares with Seviper is based on the relationship both cats and mongooses have towards snakes.
Name origin
Zangoose is a combination of 刪 san (cut down) and mongoose. It may also derive from 残痕 zankon (scar) due to the markings on its body.
In other languages
Language |
Title |
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Japanese |
ザングース Zangoose |
From 刪 san, 残痕 zankon, zangado, and mongoose |
French |
Mangriff |
From mangouste and griffe |
Spanish |
Zangoose |
Same as English name |
German |
Sengo |
From Sense and Mungo |
Italian |
Zangoose |
Same as English name |
Korean |
쟝고 Zanggo |
Corruption of Japanese name |
Cantonese Chinese |
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Mandarin Chinese |
貓鼬斬 / 猫鼬斩 Māoyòuzhǎn |
From 貓鼬 māoyòu and 斬 zhǎn |
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[hide]More languages |
Thai |
แซงกูส Saengkut |
Transcription of Japanese name |
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External links
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