Fearow (#022)
Fearow (#022) is a Normal/Flying-type Beak Pokémon in Pokémon Red. You can catch Fearow in Route 17, Route 18, and Route 23; the best odds are in the tall grass of Route 23 (25%, Lv 38–43). It evolves from Spearow at level 20 and doesn't evolve further. Its best stat is Speed (100), and its base stat total of 381 ranks #62 of 151.

Fearow spreads a pair of huge, magnificent wings that keep it airborne for long stretches. It can stay aloft for extended periods without ever needing to land and rest.
Where to find Fearow in Pokémon Red
- Route 23: tall grass, Lv 38–43, 25% of encounters.
- Route 18: tall grass, Lv 25–29, 15.2% of encounters.
- Route 17: tall grass, Lv 25–27, 5.5% of encounters.
Base stats
| Stat | Base | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 65 | #53 of 151 | |
| Attack | 90 | #36 of 151 | |
| Defense | 65 | #71 of 151 | |
| Special | 61 | #84 of 151 | |
| Speed | 100 | #15 of 151 | |
| Total | 381 | #62 of 151 |
Generation I uses a single Special stat for both special attack and special defense.
Evolution
Type effectiveness against Fearow
| Damage taken | Types |
|---|---|
| 4× (double weakness) | — |
| 2× (weak to) | Electric Ice Rock |
| ½× (resists) | Grass Bug |
| ¼× (double resistance) | — |
| 0× (immune) | Ground Ghost |
Moves learned by level up
| Level | Move | Type | Power | Accuracy | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Peck | Flying | 35 | 100% | 35 |
| Start | Growl | Normal | — | 100% | 40 |
| Start | Leer | Normal | — | 100% | 30 |
| 9 | Leer | Normal | — | 100% | 30 |
| 15 | Fury Attack | Normal | 15 | 85% | 20 |
| 25 | Mirror Move | Flying | — | 100% | 20 |
| 34 | Drill Peck | Flying | 80 | 100% | 20 |
| 43 | Agility | Psychic | — | 100% | 30 |
TM and HM moves
| TM/HM | Move | Type | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| HM02 | Fly | Flying | 70 |
| TM02 | Razor Wind | Normal | 80 |
| TM04 | Whirlwind | Normal | — |
| TM06 | Toxic | Poison | — |
| TM09 | Take Down | Normal | 90 |
| TM10 | Double-Edge | Normal | 100 |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 |
| TM20 | Rage | Normal | 20 |
| TM31 | Mimic | Normal | — |
| TM32 | Double Team | Normal | — |
| TM34 | Bide | Normal | — |
| TM39 | Swift | Normal | 60 |
| TM43 | Sky Attack | Flying | 140 |
| TM44 | Rest | Psychic | — |
| TM50 | Substitute | Normal | — |
Frequently asked questions
Where do you find Fearow in Pokémon Red?
You can catch Fearow in Route 17, Route 18, and Route 23; the best odds are in the tall grass of Route 23 (25%, Lv 38–43).
What type is Fearow?
Fearow is Normal/Flying type. It takes double damage from Electric, Ice, and Rock and is immune to Ground and Ghost.
Does Fearow evolve?
Fearow is the final form: it evolves from Spearow at level 20.
What moves does Fearow learn?
Fearow starts with Peck, Growl, and Leer and learns Leer (Lv 9), Fury Attack (Lv 15), Mirror Move (Lv 25), Drill Peck (Lv 34), and Agility (Lv 43) by leveling up. It can learn 15 TMs and HMs.
What are Fearow's base stats?
HP 65, Attack 90, Defense 65, Special 61, Speed 100, for a total of 381.
What's the catch rate of Fearow?
Fearow's catch rate is 90 out of 255.