Pinsir Pokémon X: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Pinsir in Pokémon X. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, and every wild encounter location with levels, conditions, and catch rates.
Pokémon X
KalosPinsir Pokemon X Pokedex Entry
This Pokémon clamps its pincers down on its prey and then either splits the prey in half or flings it away.
Pokemon X Pinsir Sprites
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ShinyPokémon X Pinsir Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Pinsir via various methods in Pokémon X.
| Move | Type | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| No level up moves. | ||
Pokémon X Pinsir Locations
Pinsir can be caught in 2 locations across Pokémon X, including Friend Safari Bug and Kalos Route 12 Area. The most reliable spawn is at Friend Safari Bug, where you'll find it at Lv. 30 by walking through tall grass with a 33% encounter rate (friend safari slot 3).
Kalos Route 12 Area
2 encounters- walkLv. 255%Rare
- yellow flowersLv. 275%Rare
Friend Safari Bug
1 encounter- walkLv. 30Friend safari slot 333%Frequent