Pokédex Description


- Clamperl's sturdy shell is not only good for protection - it is also used for clamping and catching prey. A fully grown Clamperl's shell will be scored with nicks and scratches all over.

- Clamperl grows while being protected by its rock-hard shell. When its body becomes too large to fit inside the shell, it is sure evidence that this Pokemon is getting close to evolution.

- A Clamperl slams its shell closed on prey to prevent escape. The pearl it creates upon evolution is said to be infused with a mysterious energy.


- It is protected by a sturdy shell. Once in a lifetime, it makes a magnificent pearl.



- It makes a single pearl during its lifetime. The pearl is said to amplify psychic power.

- It makes a single pearl during its lifetime. The pearl is said to amplify psychic power.


- When it evolves, it makes a mysterious pearl that amplifies psychic powers when it’s held.
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Miscellaneous Game Art

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Other Images
Sugimori Art






