Nidoran♂
Nidoran♂ is a male Poison-type Pokémon. It is known for its distinctive appearance, featuring large ears, a horn on its forehead, and a tough outer shell of spines.
| National Pokedex No: 0032 |
| Type: |
| Category: Poison Pin Pokémon |
| Height: 0.5 m (1′08″) |
| Weight : 9.0 kg (19.8 lbs) |
| Gender: 100% ♂, 0 % ♀ |
| Abilities/Hidden abilities: Poison Point or Rivalry/Hustle |
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Nidoran♂ is a small, quadrupedal Pokémon with distinct physical characteristics.
Nidoran♂ is a small Pokémon, standing on four short and sturdy legs. Its body is compact and well-muscled, giving it agility and strength. The head is slightly rounded, featuring expressive red eyes. A single, prominent horn extends from the center of its forehead, serving both offensive and defensive purposes. The facial structure is relatively simple, emphasizing the horn as a key feature.
Nidoran♂ has large, pointy ears that are finely tuned for detecting sounds in its environment. These ears contribute to its sensory awareness and play a role in its overall perception.
Along its back, Nidoran♂ sports a row of small, pointed spikes. These spikes may serve as a form of protection or as a means of deterring potential threats. The typical coloration of Nidoran♂ includes various shades of purple or blue. The color palette complements its Poison-type characteristics, giving it a distinct and recognizable appearance.
These detailed physical characteristics showcase the practical adaptations and unique features that contribute to Nidoran♂’s appearance in the Pokémon universe.
Behaviour
The behavior of Nidoran♂ is influenced by its Poison-type nature and its role in the Pokémon ecosystem. Here are detailed aspects of Nidoran♂’s behavior.
Nidoran♂ is known to be territorial, marking its territory using its horn and leaving scent markings to warn other Pokémon. When it senses a threat, Nidoran♂ becomes defensive and uses its horn for protection. It may engage in battles to defend itself and its territory.
Nidoran♂ is a social Pokémon, often found in groups or pairs. They communicate with each other through various vocalizations and body language. During the breeding season, male Nidoran♂ engage in courtship displays to attract a mate. This may involve showcasing their horns and performing displays of agility and strength.
Nidoran♂ is an agile Pokémon, capable of swift movements. This agility aids in both hunting for prey and evading potential predators.
Communication among Nidoran♂ involves a combination of vocalizations, body postures, and scents. They use these methods to convey warnings, express dominance, or signal readiness for breeding.
Nidoran♂ actively hunts for small prey, using its agility to corner and capture its target. Its Poison-type moves may also assist in subduing prey. Nidoran♂ is adaptable to various environments, allowing it to thrive in diverse habitats. Its behavior may adjust based on factors such as food availability and the presence of other Pokémon.
Nidoran♂ exhibits curiosity, exploring its surroundings and investigating new stimuli. This behavior aids in its learning and adaptation to different environments.
Understanding these aspects of Nidoran♂’s behavior provides insights into how this Pokémon interacts with its ecosystem and other Pokémon in its habitat.
Evolution
Nidoran♂ evolves into Nidorino starting at level 16. The evolutionary process involves the accumulation of experience points gained through battles and other activities. Upon reaching level 16, Nidoran♂ automatically evolves into Nidorino.
Nidorino evolves into Nidoking through the use of a Moon Stone. To evolve Nidorino into Nidoking, a Moon Stone must be used on Nidorino. The Moon Stone is a special evolutionary item found in the Pokémon world. Once the Moon Stone is applied, Nidorino undergoes a transformation and evolves into Nidoking.
The use of a Moon Stone is a unique method of evolution in the Pokémon series. Moon Stones trigger evolution in certain Pokémon species, resulting in a mature and more powerful form.
The evolution from Nidoran♂ to Nidoking represents a significant enhancement in the Pokémon’s physical attributes, strength, and abilities. Nidoking gains access to a broader movepool and becomes more formidable in battles.
Nidoking retains certain characteristics from its earlier stages, such as its Poison-type nature and the prominent horn on its forehead. However, its overall appearance, size, and power are substantially increased.
The evolutionary progression provides Nidoking with advantages in terms of battling prowess, making it a stronger and more versatile Pokémon. Its evolution is often associated with increased dominance in its natural habitat.
Understanding the evolutionary stages of Nidoran♂, from Nidoran♂ to Nidorino and subsequently to Nidoking, highlights the transformative journey and growing strength of this Poison-type Pokémon. The introduction of a Moon Stone as a catalyst for evolution adds an interesting element to Nidoran♂’s evolutionary line.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
In the episode “Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?”, a Nidoran couple, despite their Trainers’ animosity, expressed mutual affection. Following a battle with Team Rocket, Ralph’s Nidoran♂, Tony, evolved into Nidorino after sharing a kiss with Emily’s Nidoran♀.
In “Leading a Stray!”, several Nidoran♂ collaborated with a Luxio to aid a trapped Wailmer in the sewers.
Anime Minor Appearances
Here are some of Nidoran♂’s appearences in Pokemon anime.
Two Nidoran♂ made their debut on Scissor Street in ”Pokémon Fashion Flash”. A Nidoran♂ appeared in ”The Breeding Center Secret”. Multiple Nidoran♂ were at Professor Oak‘s Lab in Showdown at the ”Po-ké Corral”. Nidoran♂ joined the Pokémon Theme Park in ”Pikachu’s Vacation”. A Trainer’s Nidoran♂ appeared in ”Bad to the Bone”.
Valencia Island featured a variant of Nidoran♂ in ”Poké Ball Peril”. In the Pinkan Island incident, a pink Nidoran♂ resided there in ”In the Pink”. ”The Power of One” showcased a Nidoran♂ sensing Lawrence III’s disturbance. Japanese credits of ”Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure” featured a Nidoran♂. Nidoran♂ appeared in ”The Chikorita Rescue” and ”A Farfetch’d Tale”. ”The Fortune Hunters” episode involved Butch and Cassidy stealing a Nidoran♂. A Nidoran♂ joined the residents in ”Celebi: The Voice of the Forest”.
In ”Going Apricorn!”, Tracey fed a Nidoran♂ at Professor Oak’s Laboratory. In ”Fangs for Nothin”’, a Nidoran♂ lived in the Dragon Holy Land. Another Nidoran♂ was seen at Professor Oak’s Laboratory in ”Showdown at the Oak Corral”. Multiple Nidoran♂ appeared in the opening sequence of ”Destiny Deoxys”. A Nidoran♂ resided in an underground paradise in ”Beg, Burrow and Steal”. A Coordinator’s Nidoran♂ was featured in ”Mean With Envy” and ”Hi Ho Silver Wind!”.
Multiple Nidoran♂ were inhabitants of the Tree of Beginning in ”Lucario and the Mystery of Mew”. Additional appearances include ”The Green Guardian”, ”Off the Unbeaten Path”, ”Harley Rides Again” and ”Odd Pokémon Out! ”, where it lived on Camomile Island. Nidoran♂ also appeared in ”Not on MY Watch Ya Don’t!”, ”Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (Part 1)”, with two more in the follow-up episode, and made a cameo in ”Arceus and the Jewel of Life”.
In Cilan’s demonstration in ”Mystery on a Deserted Island!”, a Nidoran♂ evolved into a Nidoking. Nidoran♂ also appeared in ”Grooming Furfrou!” and in a flashback or fantasy in ”The Forest Champion!”. Multiple Nidoran♂ were residents of Allearth Forest in ”Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction”, and one lived in a forest in Pikachu and the ”Pokémon Music Squad”. A Nidoran♂ appeared in a flashback in ”A Watershed Moment!”.
In ”Alola to New Adventure!”, a Trainer’s Nidoran♂ was seen in a flashback. In ”I Choose You!”, a Nidoran♂ sheltered from the rain in a cave with Entei. Another flashback appearance was in ”Enter Pikachu!”. Goh caught a Nidoran♂ in ”Dreams Are Made of These!” and it has appeared in ”Pokémon Journeys: The Series”. Nidoran♂ also appeared in ”Healing the Healer!”, ”A Rollicking Roll… ”, ”Take My Thief! Please!”, and ”Distant Blue Sky!”.
Manga Appearances
Pokémon Adventures
In ”Just a Spearow Carrier”, Wilton’s Nidoran♂ made its debut. Green tried to swap his Butterfree for her Weedle, but Red intervened.
Later, in ”The Last Battle XIII”, a Nidoran♂ joined the fray in Ilex Forest.
Nidoran♂ also appeares in these Pokémon manga:
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys – In the episode ”Let’s Fight For The Future!!” a Trainer’s Nidoran♂ appeared.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All – A Nidoran♂ appeares in the episode ” I Want to be Human Again!” (Shu caught him) and in the twenty-third chapter of this manga GDZ23.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji’s Rescue Team – In the epsiode ” I Want to be Human Again!”.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters – In the episode ”Introducing the Pokémon Clefairy!!”.
Pokémon Zensho – In this manga appeared a Nidoran♂ owned by Bill, a Pokémon researcher.
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Route 5, 22, Underground Path 5-6, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Yellow | Routes 2, 9, 10, and 22, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Routes 35 and 36 |
| Pokémon Crystal | Route 35, National Park |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon FireRed | Route 3, 5, Underground Path 5-6, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon LeafGreen | Route 3, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Emerald | Trade |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Trade |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Route 201 |
| Pokémon Platinum | Route 201 |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Routes 35 and 36, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Black | Trade |
| Pokémon White | White Forest |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Route 2 |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Route 11 |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Trade (Pokémon Bank) |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Trade |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! And Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Routes 9, 10, 22 and 23 |
| Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | Trade |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Route 201, Grassland Cave, Swampy Cave, Dazzling Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Sunlit Cavern, Stargleam Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Unobtainable |
Nidoran♀'s origin name
Nidoran♀’s name originates from a combination of two elements: “nido” and “ran.”
English: Nidoran♀ – The English name is a combination of “nido,” which could be derived from “needle” or “thorn,” reflecting the creature’s sharp spines, and “ran,” possibly from “ranidae” (the family of true frogs). The “♀” symbol denotes its female gender.
Japanese: ニドラン♀ (Nidoran♀) – In Japanese, Nidoran♀ is written as ニドラン♀. The name is transliterated as “Nidoran♀.” The “♀” indicates its female gender.
French: Nidoran♀ – The French name retains the original English name, “Nidoran♀,” with the addition of the “♀” symbol indicating its female gender.
German: Nidoran♀ – Similarly, the German name for Nidoran♀ is “Nidoran♀,” maintaining consistency with the English name.
Spanish: Nidoran♀ – In Spanish, the name remains “Nidoran♀,” aligning with the English name and including the “♀” to signify its female gender.
Italian: Nidoran♀ – The Italian name for Nidoran♀ is “Nidoran♀,” following the pattern of staying close to the English name.
Korean: 니드런♀ (Nideureon♀) – In Korean, Nidoran♀ is written as 니드런♀, pronounced as “Nideureon♀.” The “♀” indicates its female gender.
Chinese (Simplified): 尼多兰♀ (Níduōlán♀) – The simplified Chinese name is 尼多兰♀, pronounced as “Níduōlán♀.” The “♀” denotes its female gender.
Chinese (Traditional): 尼多蘭♀ (Níduōlán♀) – In traditional Chinese, Nidoran♀ is written as 尼多蘭♀, with the “♀” symbol indicating its female gender.
The consistent use of “Nidoran♀” across various languages reflects the decision to maintain uniformity in naming this Pokémon, with the addition of the female gender symbol for clarity.