Fish are the strongest creatures in the Pokémon world

Dive into the Depths: 15 Amazing Fish Pokémon You Need to Know

New Pokémon trainers often focus on creature types for classification. However, Pokémon can also be categorized by their real-world animal counterparts. Following our previous exploration of dog-like Pokémon, we now present 15 fantastic fish Pokémon that deserve a closer look.

Table of Contents

• Gyarados
• Milotic
• Sharpedo
• Kingdra
• Barraskewda
• Lanturn
• Wishiwashi
• Basculin (White-Stripe)
• Finizen/Palafin
• Seaking
• Relicanth
• Qwilfish (Hisuian)
• Lumineon
• Goldeen
• Alomomola

Gyarados

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Gyarados, a legendary Pokémon, is renowned for its powerful design and immense strength. Its evolution from the humble Magikarp is a testament to perseverance. Inspired by a Chinese carp legend, its transformation into a dragon symbolizes overcoming adversity. Its versatility in battle and powerful moveset make it a fan favorite. Mega Gyarados, with its Water/Dark typing, further enhances its offensive capabilities, but its base form remains vulnerable to Electric and Rock-type attacks. Paralysis and burns significantly hinder its performance.

Milotic

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Milotic embodies elegance and power. Its graceful design, inspired by sea serpent myths, evokes peace and harmony. However, don't underestimate its formidable strength. Evolving from the elusive Feebas, Milotic is a prized addition to any team. Its vulnerabilities to Grass and Electric attacks, coupled with its susceptibility to paralysis, require strategic planning in battle.

Sharpedo

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Sharpedo, the ocean's fastest predator, is a fearsome Water-type Pokémon. Its torpedo-like shape and aggressive nature make it a powerful asset for trainers who prefer an offensive playstyle. Its high speed and powerful bite are assets, but its low defense makes it vulnerable to attacks like Aqua Jet. Paralysis and burns significantly reduce its effectiveness.

Kingdra

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Kingdra, a Water/Dragon type, is celebrated for its balanced stats and elegant design. Inspired by sea dragons and seahorses, it's a versatile fighter excelling in rainy conditions. Its evolution from Seadra requires a trade while holding a Dragon Scale. Its only weaknesses are Dragon and Fairy-type moves.

Barraskewda

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Barraskewda, an eighth-generation Water-type, is known for its incredible speed and aggressive combat style. Resembling a barracuda, its high speed makes it a formidable attacker, but its low defense makes it vulnerable to Electric and Grass-type moves.

Lanturn

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Lanturn, a unique Water/Electric type, stands out with its bioluminescent lure. Inspired by anglerfish, its glowing lure and friendly demeanor contrast with other Water-type Pokémon. However, its low speed and vulnerability to Grass-type attacks are significant drawbacks.

Wishiwashi

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Wishiwashi's unique ability to transform between a small, solitary form and a massive school form highlights the power of unity. Inspired by schooling fish, its vulnerability to Grass and Electric types is amplified when its health drops below 25%, causing it to revert to its weaker solo form.

Basculin (White-Stripe)

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The White-Stripe Basculin, from Pokémon Legends: Arceus, is a calm yet intimidating predator. Its design, inspired by piranhas and bass, makes it a strong and resilient choice for battle. However, it's vulnerable to Electric and Grass-type moves.

Finizen/Palafin

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Finizen and its evolution, Palafin, are Water-type Pokémon from the ninth generation. Their friendly nature and Palafin's powerful transformation ability make them popular choices. However, Palafin's vulnerability to Grass and Electric types before its transformation is a key weakness.

Seaking

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Seaking, a Water-type Pokémon, embodies elegance and strength. Inspired by koi carp, its graceful movements and powerful attacks make it a valuable asset in battle. However, its low attack speed and vulnerability to Electric and Grass types require careful strategy.

Relicanth

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Relicanth, a Water/Rock type, is inspired by the coelacanth. Its high defense and health make it an excellent tank, but its low speed is a significant drawback. It is vulnerable to Grass and Fighting-type moves.

Qwilfish (Hisuian)

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The Hisuian Qwilfish, a Dark/Poison type, is a formidable Pokémon with a unique design and abilities. Its vulnerability to Psychic and Ground-type attacks requires strategic consideration.

Lumineon

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Lumineon, a Water-type Pokémon, is known for its elegant design and glowing patterns. Its vulnerability to Grass and Electric types and low attack power require strategic use of weather conditions or stat boosts.

Goldeen

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Goldeen, a Water-type Pokémon, is known for its beauty and elegance. Inspired by koi carp, its average stats and vulnerability to Electric and Grass types require careful team composition.

Alomomola

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Alomomola, a Water-type Pokémon, is renowned for its healing abilities. Its low attack speed and vulnerability to Electric and Grass types make it a support-oriented Pokémon.

These fish Pokémon offer a diverse range of abilities and strategic options for trainers. Choose wisely and conquer the aquatic world!