Nincada (Japanese: ツチニン Tsuchinin) is a Bug/Ground-Type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.
Biology
Natural abilities
Its special ability is Compoundeyes. This Pokémon grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
Evolution
Nincada can evolve into Ninjask, and Shedinja. A Nincada evolves into a Ninjask once level 20 is reached. If the player has an extra Poké Ball and empty party slot, Shedinja will appear in the player's party when Nincada evolves.
Game info
Game locations
| Locations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Version(s) | Area(s) | Rarity |
| Ruby and Sapphire | Route 116 | Uncommon |
| FireRed and LeafGreen | Trade | None |
| Emerald | Route 116 | Uncommon |
| Diamond and Pearl | Eterna Forest (PokéRadar) | Rare |
| Platinum | Eterna Forest (PokéRadar) | Rare |
| HeartGold and SoulSilver | Bug-Catching Contest (National Pokédex required) | Common |
| Black and White | Trade | None |
| X and Y | Route 4 | Very Rare |
Pokédex entries
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Stats
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Sprites
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Anime
Trivia
- Nincada is the only Pokémon that evolves into two Pokémon at once.
- Nincada is based off of a Cicada, as it's name suggests.
Etymology
Nincada is probably named after "Ninja" and "Cicada".
Gallery
See also
- Pokémon.com Pokédex
- Legendary Pokémon data
- The Pokémon Database
- Pokémon Dream Pokédex data
- Psypokes Psydex data
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