Nidorino Pokémon Crystal: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Nidorino in Pokémon Crystal. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, the complete moveset of 35 moves grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor), and every wild encounter location with levels, conditions, and catch rates.
Pokémon Crystal
KantoNidorino Pokemon Crystal Pokedex Entry
It’s nervous and quick to act aggressively. The potency of its poison increases along with the level of adrenaline present in its body.
Pokemon Crystal Nidorino Sprites
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Shiny ReversePokémon Crystal Nidorino Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Nidorino via various methods in Pokémon Crystal.
| 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. 19 |
| Focus Energy | normal | Lv. 27 |
| Fury Attack | normal | Lv. 36 |
| Horn Drill | normal | Lv. 46 |
End of Move Database
Pokémon Crystal Nidorino Locations
Nidorino can be caught in 3 locations across Pokémon Crystal, including Kanto Route 13 Area and Kanto Route 14 Area. The most reliable spawn is at Kanto Route 15 Area, where you'll find it at Lv. 23 by walking through tall grass with a 30% encounter rate (morning).
Kanto Route 13 Area
2 encounters- walkLv. 2330%Frequent
- walkLv. 2330%Frequent
Kanto Route 14 Area
2 encounters- walkLv. 26Day30%Frequent
- walkLv. 26Morning30%Frequent
Kanto Route 15 Area
2 encounters- walkLv. 23Day30%Frequent
- walkLv. 23Morning30%Frequent