Hey, I’m Zathong and this guide is about Ampharos in Pokémon. Learn more about Ampharos’s type, abilities, weaknesses, evolution, name and location.
Type | Electric |
Height | 4′ 07″ |
Weight | 135.6 lbs |
Abilities | Static: The Pokémon is charged with static electricity, so contact with it may cause paralysis. |
Gender | ♂ ♀ |
Versions:
- The light from its tail can be seen from space. This is why you can always tell exactly where it is, which is why it usually keeps the light off.
- Its tail shines bright and strong. It has been prized since long ago as a beacon for sailors.
Ampharos Name in Japanese and Languages others
Languages | Name |
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English, Spanish, Italian | Ampharos |
Japanese | デンリュウ (Denryu) |
German | Ampharos |
French | Pharamp |
Origin | ampere: unit of electrical current pharos:; Greek for lighthouse pharaoh: Ancient Egyptian ruler (which Ampharos is designed after) |
Ampharos Weaknesses
Weaknesses |
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Ground |
Ampharos Evolution

Electric
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Electric
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Electric
Ampharos changes
- In Generations 2-5, Ampharos has a base Defense of 75.
- In Generations 2-4, Ampharos has a base experience yield of 194.
- In Generation 5, Ampharos has a base experience yield of 225.
- In Generations 2-7, Ampharos has a base Friendship value of 70.
Ampharos where to find for…
Gold Silver | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
Crystal | Trade/migrate from another game |
Ruby Sapphire FireRed LeafGreen | Trade/migrate from another game |
Emerald | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
White Black 2 White 2 | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
X Y | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
Sun Moon | Trade/migrate from another game |
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
Let’s Go Pikachu Let’s Go Eevee | Not available in this game |
Sword Shield | Not available in this game |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl | Evolve Mareep/Flaaffy |
Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
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