Sandshrew Pokémon Pearl: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Sandshrew in Pokémon Pearl. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, and the complete moveset of 60 moves grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor).
Pokémon Pearl
SinnohSandshrew Pokemon Pearl Pokedex Entry
It burrows into the ground to create its nest. If hard stones impede its tunneling, it uses its sharp claws to shatter them and then carries on digging.
Pokemon Pearl Sandshrew Sprites
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Shiny ReversePokémon Pearl Sandshrew Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Sandshrew via various methods in Pokémon Pearl.
| Move | Type | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Scratch | normal | Lv. 1 |
| Defense Curl | normal | Lv. 3 |
| Sand Attack | ground | Lv. 7 |
| Poison Sting | poison | Lv. 9 |
| Rapid Spin | normal | Lv. 13 |
| Swift | normal | Lv. 15 |
| Fury Swipes | normal | Lv. 19 |
| Rollout | rock | Lv. 21 |
| Fury Cutter | bug | Lv. 25 |
| Sand Tomb | ground | Lv. 27 |
| Slash | normal | Lv. 31 |
| Gyro Ball | steel | Lv. 33 |
| Sandstorm | rock | Lv. 37 |
End of Move Database