Sandshrew Pokémon Shield: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Sandshrew in Pokémon Shield. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, and the complete moveset of 63 moves grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor).
Pokémon Shield
GalarSandshrew Pokemon Shield 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.
Pokémon Shield Sandshrew Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Sandshrew via various methods in Pokémon Shield.
| Move | Type | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Scratch | normal | Lv. 1 |
| Defense Curl | normal | Lv. 1 |
| Poison Sting | poison | Lv. 3 |
| Sand Attack | ground | Lv. 6 |
| Rollout | rock | Lv. 9 |
| Fury Cutter | bug | Lv. 12 |
| Rapid Spin | normal | Lv. 15 |
| Bulldoze | ground | Lv. 18 |
| Swift | normal | Lv. 21 |
| Fury Swipes | normal | Lv. 24 |
| Agility | psychic | Lv. 27 |
| Slash | normal | Lv. 30 |
| Dig | ground | Lv. 33 |
| Gyro Ball | steel | Lv. 36 |
| Swords Dance | normal | Lv. 39 |
| Sandstorm | rock | Lv. 42 |
| Earthquake | ground | Lv. 45 |
End of Move Database