Shiny Lechonk has arrived in Pokémon Go, letting trainers capture this rare variant!
Since debuting in late 2023 during the Paldean Adventure event, both Shiny Lechonk and its evolved form Shiny Oinkologne remain coveted finds for completionists.
Can trainers encounter a shiny Lechonk?
Shiny Lechonk is indeed obtainable.
This alternate-colored Pokémon first appeared during the Paldean Adventure festivities. While not tied to a Community Day, occasional events or wild spawns offer opportunities for dedicated hunters to add it to their collections.
Appearance of the rare variant
The distinctive variant swaps Lechonk’s typical black fur for a bubblegum-pink hue. This palette change reflects ordinary pigmentation rather than the Iberian breed’s darker tones. Evolving it maintains this transformation – male Oinkologne develops white accents instead of indigo, while females adopt pale cream markings over brown.
Encounter probabilities
Standard wild encounters reportedly offer approximately 1/512 odds for this rare coloration. During special spawn events or research rewards, chances might improve slightly. Persistent hunting during increased spawn windows remains the optimal strategy.
Acquisition methods and IV benchmarks
When hunting for competitive specimens, prioritize catching high IV versions. A perfect 15/15/15 Lechonk displays these CP ranges:
- Standard wild catches (Level 30): 628 CP
- Weather-boosted encounters (Level 35): 680 CP
The Normal-type Pokémon’s family features consistent typing across both base and evolved forms, making IV optimization crucial for battle viability.
