Pokemon Go Zangoose Raid Guide: Best Counters, Weaknesses, and How to Catch

Zangoose, the Cat Ferret Pokemon from the Hoenn region, has made its way into Pokemon Go raids, offering trainers a chance to catch this rare creature. With the upcoming Rivals Week event, Zangoose will be featured in raids and as a wild encounter, making it the perfect time to add this Pokemon to your collection. This guide will cover Zangoose's weaknesses, the best counters to use in raids, and how to catch it outside of events.

Zangoose's Weaknesses and Resistances

As a pure Normal-type Pokemon, Zangoose has a straightforward type chart:

Zangoose is weak to Fighting-type moves, so trainers should focus on using Pokemon with strong Fighting-type attacks. On the other hand, Zangoose resists Ghost-type moves, making them less effective in battles.

Best Counters for Zangoose Raids

To take down Zangoose in raids, trainers should bring a team of powerful Fighting-type Pokemon or those with strong Fighting-type moves. Here are some of the best counters for Zangoose raids:

Pokemon	Image	Fast Move	Charged Move
Mega Heracross		Counter	Close Combat
Mega Blaziken		Counter	Focus Blast
Terrakion		Double Kick	Sacred Sword
Conkeldurr		Counter	Dynamic Punch

By using these counters with their recommended movesets, trainers can effectively battle Zangoose in raids and increase their chances of victory.

How to Catch Zangoose Outside of Events

Outside of events like Rivals Week, Zangoose can be difficult to encounter in Pokemon Go due to its region-specific spawns. Zangoose typically appears in the wild only in Europe, Asia, and Australia. However, there are a few ways trainers can increase their chances of finding this elusive Pokemon:

1. Explore areas with higher population density, as Pokemon tend to spawn more frequently in these locations.
2. Use Incense to increase the number of Pokemon spawns around you, especially while moving.
3. Attach Lure Modules to PokeStops to attract more Pokemon to the location.
4. Participate in events that feature Zangoose, such as Rivals Week, where it may be available globally.
5. Trade with other trainers who have caught Zangoose in its native regions or during events.

By following these tips and participating in the upcoming Rivals Week event, trainers worldwide will have a better chance of encountering and catching Zangoose in Pokemon Go. Remember to take advantage of the increased spawn rates and potential shiny encounters during the event to add this rare Pokemon to your collection.