Nidoran-M Pokémon Gold: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Nidoran-M in Pokémon Gold. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, the complete moveset of 38 moves grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor), and every wild encounter location with levels, conditions, and catch rates.
Pokémon Gold
KantoNidoran-M Pokemon Gold Pokedex Entry
Small but brave, this Pokémon will hold its ground and even risk its life in battle to protect the female it’s friendly with.
Pokemon Gold Nidoran-M Sprites
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Shiny ReversePokémon Gold Nidoran-M Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Nidoran-M via various methods in Pokémon Gold.
| Move | Type | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Tackle | normal | Lv. 1 |
| Leer | normal | Lv. 1 |
| Horn Attack | normal | Lv. 8 |
| Double Kick | fighting | Lv. 12 |
| Poison Sting | poison | Lv. 17 |
| Focus Energy | normal | Lv. 23 |
| Fury Attack | normal | Lv. 30 |
| Horn Drill | normal | Lv. 38 |
End of Move Database
Pokémon Gold Nidoran-M Locations
Nidoran-M can be caught in 2 locations across Pokémon Gold, including Johto Route 35 Area. The most reliable spawn is at Johto Route 36 Area, where you'll find it at Lv. 12 by walking through tall grass with a 30% encounter rate (night).
Johto Route 35 Area
4 encounters- walkLv. 12Swarm no, Day30%Frequent
- walkLv. 12Swarm no, Morning30%Frequent
- walkLv. 12Swarm no, Night30%Frequent
- walkLv. 12Swarm yes30%Frequent
Johto Route 36 Area
3 encounters- walkLv. 12Day30%Frequent
- walkLv. 12Morning30%Frequent
- walkLv. 12Night30%Frequent