So what do you need to do to get shiny Squirtle in Pokemon Go? Squirtle is a starter Water-type Pokémon from the Kanto region. You could catch the classic version of this Pokémon from the very beginning of the game, but shiny Squirtle appeared in the game much later. The Shiny version of this Pokémon looks like a regular Squirtle, except for a lighter body tone. To catch a shiny Squirtle, you need to look for it in the wild. You will find the right Pokemon with a 1 in 500 chance. Fortunately, there are other ways to get the rare version of Squirtle in the game, and in our guide, we will tell you about them.
How to Get Shiny Squirtle in Pokemon Go
As we said, you can catch a shiny version of the Squirtle just by walking around the city. But it is best to look at the habitats of this type of Pokémon. Take a walk by the lake or spend the day by the river, and you will find dozens of Squirtles. But unfortunately, the chance of meeting a shiny version of Squirtle is still 1 in 500.
Occasionally, the game holds holidays or events dedicated to certain Pokémon or types of Pokémon. These are holidays like Community Day events, Pokémon Go Fest, or mini-events dedicated to only some Pokémon. You can encounter many more Squirtle during such events. Thanks to this, you have an increased chance of catching a shiny version of this Pokémon.
In addition to the methods described above, there is a more efficient way. By visiting Squirtle raids, you can catch a shiny version of this Pokémon with a 1 in 20 chance. It’s much better than just looking for it in the world. But this method requires good preparation. In addition, Squirtle is not a frequent visitor to raid gyms, so this method is situational.
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If you’re lucky enough to find a few Squirtle raids, prepare well before going into battle. Assemble a strong team of trainers and Pokémon because you can get a shiny Squirtle after a few attempts.
Stay tuned as raid bosses change frequently, and the developers will let you know ahead of time. So wait for Squirtle to spawn in a raid gym to get a shiny Squirtle.
Pokemon GO is available on iOS and Android.
