Raticate
Raticate is known for its rodent-like appearance and is recognized by its large incisors.
| National Pokedex No: 0020 |
| Type: |
| Category: Mouse Pokémon |
| Height: 0.7 m (2′04″) |
| Weight : 18.5 kg (40.8 lbs) |
| Gender: 50% ♂, 50 % ♀ |
| Abilities/Hidden abilities:Run Away or Guts/Hustle |
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Raticate is a rodent Pokémon known for its stout body covered in brown fur. It stands on two legs, featuring large, sharp incisors that never stop growing. These teeth are strong and used for gnawing through tough materials. The Pokémon has a pair of prominent whiskers on its face, enhancing its keen sense of smell. Raticate’s ears are round and expressive, and it has small, clawed hands.
The tail of Raticate is long and slightly curled, adding to its overall balance. Its hind legs are muscular, providing agility for quick movements. Raticate’s eyes are typically small, reflecting its nocturnal habits. In terms of size, Raticate is larger and more robust than its pre-evolution, Rattata.
Alolan form
Alolan Raticate, the variant found in the Alola region, has distinct characteristics.
It appears plumper than the typical Raticate, with a rounder body.
Its fur is darker, and it features notable markings around its eyes, giving it a distinctive facial appearance.
These adaptations reflect the unique environmental conditions and evolutionary pressures in the Alola region.
Behaviour
Raticate exhibits various behaviors influenced by its natural instincts and environmental factors.
Raticate is primarily nocturnal, meaning it is more active during the night. This behavior helps it avoid predators and take advantage of nighttime conditions for hunting.
Raticate is known for being territorial, especially when it comes to protecting its nest and food sources. It may display aggressive behavior when its territory is threatened. Raticate often constructs nests in hidden, secluded locations. It uses its strong incisors for gnawing and burrowing, creating suitable shelter. The nests are crucial for protecting its young and storing food.
Raticate is an omnivore, meaning it consumes both plant and animal matter. Its diet includes fruits, berries, and the occasional prey it can catch. Its sharp incisors are used not only for self-defense but also for opening hard-shelled food items. Raticate’s incisors grow continuously, necessitating constant chewing and gnawing. This behavior serves the dual purpose of keeping its teeth at a manageable length and aiding in tasks like burrow construction.
Raticate is known to have a hierarchical social structure. Within a group, there may be a dominant individual that leads and protects the others. Cooperation among group members can enhance their chances of survival.
Raticate is highly alert and has a keen sense of smell, which it uses for detecting both food and potential threats. It can quickly react to changes in its environment, making it adept at avoiding danger. Raticate shows adaptability to different environments. The Alolan variant, for example, has adapted to the unique conditions of the Alola region, resulting in physical and possibly behavioral differences from other regional forms.
Understanding these behaviors provides insights into Raticate’s survival strategies and its role in the Pokémon ecosystem.
Evolution
Raticate evolves from Rattata, and its evolution is a crucial aspect of its life cycle. Here are the details of Raticate’s evolution.
Rattata is the pre-evolutionary form of Raticate. Raticate is the evolved form that Rattata attains upon reaching a certain level of experience and maturity. Rattata typically evolves into Raticate starting at level 20.
Rattata gains experience points through battles, and as it accumulates enough experience, it levels up. The evolutionary process occurs when Rattata reaches level 20. At this point, it undergoes a transformation into Raticate.
Upon evolution, Raticate undergoes noticeable physical changes. It becomes larger, gaining more height and weight compared to Rattata. The facial features, ears, and overall body structure of Raticate are distinct from those of Rattata.
Evolution typically results in an increase in Raticate’s base stats, making it more powerful and resilient in battles. Raticate gains access to a broader range of moves and abilities, enhancing its versatility in combat. Raticate’s evolved form provides it with evolutionary advantages, such as a higher base stat total, improved attack power, and a potentially expanded movepool.
These advantages contribute to Raticate’s effectiveness as a Pokémon in battles and its overall adaptability in different environments.
Raticate’s evolution plays a role in maintaining balance within the Pokémon ecosystem. As Rattata evolves into Raticate, it may take on different ecological niches and exhibit behaviors suitable for its evolved state.
Understanding Raticate’s evolution is essential for trainers, as it represents a significant milestone in the growth and development of this Pokémon. The evolutionary process contributes to the diversity and complexity of the Pokémon world.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
Ash’s Raticate
Raticate’s brief appearance in the Pokémon anime during the St. Anne episode involved a trade between Ash and a Gentleman. Ash traded his Butterfree for the Gentleman’s Raticate, but the trade was short-lived as the events on the St. Anne led to Ash reconsidering, and he traded Raticate back before the ship sank. This was part of the early adventures in the Kanto region in the Pokémon anime series.
Other appearences
Multiple Alolan Raticate play a significant role in battles and competitions in various episodes. They debut in “To Top a Totem!” and later appear defending a Darkinium Z in “A Team-on-Team Tussle!”. They face defeats in battles against Ilima’s Eevee and Gladion’s Lycanroc in different episodes, and one runs away from a Tyranitar in “Not Caving Under Pressure!”.
Anime Minor Appearances
In “Sparks Fly for Magnemite” a Raticate was seen in Gringey City’s Pokémon Center. Multiple Raticate were present at the Laramie Ranch in “The Flame Pokémon-athon!” with one participating in the Big P Pokémon Race. In “Showdown at Dark City” a Trainer’s Raticate was found at the Kas Gym, and an injured Raticate was brought to a clinic in “A Chansey Operation”.
During the Queen of the Princess Festival in “Princess vs. Princess” a Raticate took part in the competition. Another Raticate resided at Professor Oak’s Laboratory as shown in “Showdown at the Po-ké Corral”. Additionally, a Trainer’s Raticate appeared in both “Mewtwo Strikes Back” and its remake “Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution”. One Raticate was spotted at the Pokémon Theme Park in “Pikachu’s Vacation”.
In “Lights, Camera, Quack-tion” a Raticate was part of the cast for the movie “Pokémon in Love.” In “Round One – Begin!” a Trainer’s Raticate participated in the Indigo Plateau Conference, and another Trainer’s Raticate was seen at the closing ceremonies in “Friends to the End”. A unique variant of Raticate from Valencia Island appeared in “Poké Ball Peril”.
Additionally, two Raticate were shown in a flashback in “Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?” owned by Ralph and Emily respectively. In “The Power of One” a Raticate sensed the disturbance caused by Lawrence III, and a wild Raticate was featured in “Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure”. In “Chikorita’s Big Upset” a Schoolboy’s Raticate battled against Ash’s Chikorita. In “Tricks of the Trade” two Raticate were seen at the Pokémon Swap Meet in Palmpona. Furthermore, a Raticate appeared in a flashback in “The Light Fantastic”.
In “The Heartbreak of Brock” a Raticate resided at Temacu’s father’s lab. It also appeared in “Celebi: The Voice of the Forest” and “Extreme Pokémon!” as part of the Extreme Pokémon Race. Additionally, a Raticate was featured in “The Legend of Thunder!” and multiple Raticate appeared in the opening sequence of “Destiny Deoxys”. In “Lucario and the Mystery of Mew” a Raticate lived in the Tree of Beginning.
Further appearances include “Not on MY Watch Ya Don’t!” and “The Keystone Pops!”. A Raticate also appeared in the opening sequence of “Zoroark: Master of Illusions”. In “Racing to a Big Event!” an Alolan Raticate competed in the Pokémon Pancake Race, and two Alolan Raticate were training on Clawmark Hill in “Rocking Clawmark Hill!”. A Trainer’s Alolan Raticate was seen in “Balloons, Brionne, and Belligerence!”.
Two Alolan Raticate appeared in “A Timeless Encounter!”. A Trainer’s Alolan Raticate was featured in “Battling Besties!” and another Alolan Raticate was owned by a Team Skull Grunt in “Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!”. In “Dreams Are Made of These!” a Raticate and three Rattata were attacked by a Persian and three Meowth.
A Trainer’s Raticate appeared in “Trade, Borrow, and Steal!” and “To Train, or Not to Train!”. In “A Rollicking Roll…” a Trainer’s Raticate got stuck in Gulpin’s giant ball. Goh caught a Raticate in “Take My Thief! Please!”. Additionally, a Raticate was owned by a student of Indigo Academy in “The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)”.
Manga Appearances
These are some of Raticate’s manga appearences:
Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō’s Big Adventure
One Raticate owned by Petrel (one of the Team Rocket executives) and one owned by Team Rocket Grunt (members of Team Rocket) appeared in the fourth chapter of the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō’s Big Adventure manga – JBA4.
Movie adaptations
In the ICYR2, the second chapter of ”Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You! Remix”, participated two Alolan Raticate.
Pokémon Adventures
In the Yellow arc, Yellow’s Rattata, nicknamed Ratty, evolves into a Raticate in “Can’t Catch Caterpie!”
In the Gold, Silver & Crystal arc, a Raticate is among the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest in “The Last Battle XIII.”
In the Black 2 & White 2 arc, a Team Plasma Grunt’s Raticate is seen in “The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition.”
In the Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon arc, an Alolan Raticate appears under the ownership of Team Skull Grunts in “A Photoshoot and the Abandoned Thrifty Megamart.” Another Alolan Raticate, belonging to an Aether Foundation Employee, is featured in “Battle in Vast Poni Canyon.”
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All
”In Shu’s Christmas”, the twenty-third chapter of the Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All manga – GDZ23 a Raticate appeared.
Pokémon Zensho
Raticate appeared in a fantasy in the prologue of the Pokémon Zensho manga – PZ01.
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Routes 16, 17, 18, and 21 |
| Pokémon Yellow | |
| Routes 9, 10, 11, 16, 18, and 21, Pokémon Mansion | Route 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 22, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 38, 39, 46, Burned Tower, Mt. Mortar, Sprout Tower, Tin Tower, Tohjo Falls, Union Cave |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Routes 9, 10, 26, 27, 38, and 39, Mt. Mortar, Union Cave, Tohjo Falls, Burned Tower |
| Pokémon Crystal | Route 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 21, 26, 27, 38, 39, 42, 43, Burned Tower, Mt. Mortar, Tohjo Falls, Union Cave |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Routes 16, 17, and 18, Pokémon Mansion |
| Pokémon Emerald | Trade |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Citadark Isle |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Routes 225 and 226 |
| Pokémon Platinum | Routes 225 and 226 |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Route 7, 9, 10, 26, 27, 38, 39, 47, Burned Tower, Mt. Mortar, Tohjo Falls, Union Cave |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Dreamyard |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Dreamyard, Strange House, Relic Passage |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Trade |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Route 118 |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Route 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, Akala Outskirts, Tapu Village, Malie City, Poni Wilds, Ancient Poni Path, Poni Grove, Poni Plains, Poni Gauntlet |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | Route 8, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, Akala Outskirts, Tapu Village, Mount Lanakila, Poni Plains |
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | Route 8, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, Akala Outskirts, Tapu Village, Mount Lanakila, Poni Plains, Heahea Beach |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Route 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 21, Pokémon Mansion |
| Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Route 225, 226, Spacious Cave, Grassland Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Sunlit Cavern |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Unobtainable |
Raticate's origin name
Understanding Raticate’s name etymology across languages provides insights into how its rat-like qualities and combative nature are conveyed in different linguistic and cultural contexts.
English: The English name “Raticate” is a combination of two words: “rat” and “eradicate.” This reflects its nature as a rodent Pokémon and its penchant for gnawing and eradicating food sources.
Japanese: In Japanese, Raticate is known as “ラッタ” (Ratta). This name is a shortening of the Japanese word for rat, which is “ラット” (Ratto).
German: The German name for Raticate is “Rattikarl.” It combines “Ratte” (rat) and “karl,” which could be a reference to the common German name suffix.
French: In French, Raticate is named “Rattatac,” combining “rat” with “attaque” (attack), emphasizing its aggressive nature.
Italian: The Italian name for Raticate is “Raticorno,” merging “rat” with “unicorno” (unicorn). The inclusion of “unicorn” may reference its prominent front incisors.
Spanish: In Spanish, Raticate is called “Raticate.” The name remains similar to the English version, emphasizing its rat-like characteristics.
Korean: Raticate’s Korean name is “라태” (Ratae), a transliteration of its Japanese name “Ratta.”
Chinese (Simplified): In Simplified Chinese, Raticate is known as “拉达.” The characters “拉” (lā) and “达” (dá) represent the sounds of its Japanese name “Ratta.”
Chinese (Traditional): In Traditional Chinese, Raticate is written as “拉達,” with the characters mirroring the Simplified Chinese version.