Mega Pidgeot is back in Pokémon GO raids, giving trainers another chance to face this powerful Normal/Flying-type Pokémon. Whether you’re preparing for your first battle or want to secure a shiny encounter, this guide covers everything you need to know—counters, CP ranges, movesets, and tips for success.
Mega Pidgeot will be available in 5-Star Mega Raids from August 18, 2025, at 10 AM to August 25, 2025, at 10 AM local time, so plan your raid passes and teams in advance.
Mega Pidgeot Overview
Mega Pidgeot is a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon, which makes it particularly vulnerable to Electric, Ice, and Rock-type moves.
- Max CP (Level 50): 4160 CP
- Best Moveset: Gust (Fast Move) + Brave Bird (Charged Move)
- Weather Boosts: Partly Cloudy and Windy conditions increase CP ranges and boost its Flying-type moves.
Tip: Mega Pidgeot resists Bug and Grass damage, is immune to Ground, and its Normal typing negates Ghost moves—so avoid wasting picks from those categories.
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Mega Pidgeot Raid CP Ranges and Catch Values
When you defeat Mega Pidgeot, you won’t catch it in its Mega form. Instead, you’ll encounter a standard Pidgeot:
- Level 20 (no weather boost): 2015 – 2102 CP
- Level 25 (Partly Cloudy or Windy weather): 2519 – 2628 CP
A perfect IV catch is 2102 CP (Level 20) or 2628 CP (Level 25, weather boosted).
For best results, use Golden Razz Berries with curve “Excellent” throws—this pushes the catch chance close to 28.55%.
Best Counters for Mega Pidgeot
The key to defeating Mega Pidgeot is exploiting its Electric, Ice, and Rock weaknesses.
Top Legendary and Shadow Counters
- White Kyurem (Ice Fang + Ice Burn) – one of the strongest Ice-type attackers.
- Shadow Raikou (Thunder Shock + Wild Charge) – reliable Electric damage.
- Shadow Rampardos (Smack Down + Rock Slide) – devastating Rock damage.
Best Non-Legendary and Mega Counters
- Mega Tyranitar (Smack Down + Stone Edge) – tanky and effective.
- Mega Ampharos (Volt Switch + Zap Cannon) – great Electric coverage.
- Mega Diancie (Rock Throw + Rock Slide) – solid Rock-type pick.
- Regieleki (Lock On + Thunder Cage) – speedy Electric attacker.
Any strong Rock, Electric, or Ice Pokémon with STAB will perform well, while bulky options like Tyranitar or Mega Ampharos help soak Flying damage from Brave Bird and Hurricane.
Avoid Bug, Grass, Ground, and Ghost types, since Mega Pidgeot takes reduced or no damage from them.
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We recommend 3–5 high-level trainers for a smooth raid. More trainers are necessary if your counters are underleveled or lack optimal movesets.
Mega Pidgeot Raid Moveset in Pokemon GO
Expect Mega Pidgeot to deal steady damage with its Flying-type moveset:
- Fast Moves: Gust, Air Slash, Steel Wing
- Charged Moves: Brave Bird, Hurricane, Aerial Ace, Feather Dance
Brave Bird and Hurricane can deal huge bursts of damage—if your team relies on glass cannons, consider mixing in sturdier counters to absorb hits.
How to Get and Mega Evolve Pidgeot in Pokemon GO
To unlock Mega Pidgeot in your collection, you need Mega Energy:
- Initial Evolution: 100 Mega Energy
- Subsequent Evolutions: 20 Mega Energy each time
After evolving once, your Pidgeot only requires a cooldown to Mega evolve again. Walking it as your buddy also yields 5 Mega Energy over time.
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Pro tip: Mega evolving any Flying or Normal-type Pokémon (like Mega Pidgeot, Mega Aerodactyl, or Mega Salamence) before raiding boosts Candy and Candy XL drops for Pidgeot encounters.
Is Shiny Mega Pidgeot Available in Pokemon GO Raids?
Yes, Shiny Mega Pidgeot is available in Pokémon GO. After defeating the raid, trainers can encounter Shiny Pidgeot with boosted odds (around 1 in 20).
If you encounter a Shiny Pidgeot, it has a 100% guaranteed catch rate—so every shiny you see in raids is yours.
PvE and PvP Uses
While not the strongest Mega overall, Mega Pidgeot has some niche utility:
- Raids (PvE): Ranked among the top Flying-type attackers, though it is outclassed by newer options.
- PvP: Generally not usable in Great or Ultra League. It can appear in Mega Master League formats but doesn’t rank well compared to stronger choices.
Quick Mega Pidgeot Raid Tips for Trainers
Before heading into battle, follow these quick tips to maximize your chances of success:
- Focus on Electric, Rock, and Ice attackers with STAB for maximum damage.
- Raid during Partly Cloudy or Windy weather for boosted CP encounters.
- Use Golden Razz + curve Excellent throws for optimal catch chances.
- Mega evolve a Flying or Normal-type before raiding to maximize Candy and XL rewards.
- Remember that Mega Pidgeot resists Bug, Grass, Ground, and Ghost—skip these to avoid wasting time.
Mega Pidgeot might not redefine the raid meta, but it’s a valuable Flying-type attacker and a solid shiny target. Gather your best counters, team up with other trainers, and make the most of its limited-time raid availability. Play Now!
