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'''Heracross''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヘラクロス''' ''Heracros'') is a {{2t|Bug|Fighting}}-type Pokémon.
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'''Heracross''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヘラクロス''' ''Heracros'') is a dual-type {{2t|Bug|Fighting}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation II]].


=Biology=
While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon, Heracross can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Heracross''' using the [[Heracronite]].
==Physiology==
Heracross are large beetle-like Pokémon covered in a blue exoskeleton. The most notable feature is a large horn which they use to defend themselves or to simply show their power.


===Gender differences===
==Biology==
A female Heracross's horn has a heart-like shape at the end.
[[File:HeracrossScarletViolet2.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Heracross's wings]]
===Special abilities===
Heracross is a bipedal, {{wp|Coleoptera|coleopteran}} {{wp|insect|insectoid}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} covered in a blue exoskeleton. There is a long, pronged horn on its forehead. The horn ends in a cross on males and a heart-shape on females. On either side of the horn is a short antenna with a spherical tip. Heracross has oval, yellow eyes. Its forearms have a pair of spikes near the wrists, while its thighs have a single spike each. It has two claws on its hands, and a single long claw on each foot. There is a single pair of wings covered by {{wp|elytron|elytra}}, which can be seen during its release from a Poké Ball in the 3D games. Heracross's claws allow it to dig into the ground for sturdy footing and also allow it to climb trees. Using its horn, it throws opponents or competitors for food. It can lift and throw objects 100 times its own weight. It uses its two antennae to search for food by scent. As mentioned in {{g|Sleep}}, Heracross is known occasionaly sleep while licking the sap it finds.<ref>''[[Pokémon Sleep|Sleep Style Dex]]''</ref>The reason is due to Heracross becoming exhausted from a potentinally hard search for sweet sap. It lives in {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Forest Pokémon|boreal, temperate, and tropical forests}}, where it feeds on tree sap. In [[Generation II]], {{m|Megahorn}} was its [[signature move]].


It is surprisingly strong for its size, much like real-world insects.
As seen in [[EP119|the anime]], Heracross has been known to compete with Pokémon such as {{p|Pinsir}} for food. The same episode also shows Heracross allowing {{p|Butterfree}} to feed on tree sap after Heracross has finished its meal. In addition, it is shown to suck sap from {{type|Grass}} Pokémon such as {{p|Bulbasaur}}. In [[Alola]], Heracross get along better with Pinsir, as they both have rivalries with {{p|Vikavolt}}.
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===Forms===
[[File:Mega Heracross arm cannon animated.png|thumb|left|<!-- As this is an animated PNG, please do not turn this into a thumbnail by determining a specific set image size! -->Mega Heracross' claws retracting into a weapon]]
Heracross can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into Mega Heracross.


==Behavior==
Mega Heracross is bulkier than its previous form. Thin orange markings now rim its head, hands, and shoulders. Additionally, there is a half-circle, orange marking over its eyes. It now has a long, pointed nose that curves slightly upward. Its back now lacks wings and is completely yellow. The horn on its head has grown into a large, simple spike with two smaller spikes on the front. The antennae have lengthened as well and now have ovoid tips. Mega Heracross's forearms have thickened and lost their spines. Sometimes, when attacking, particularly with a [[multi-strike move]], its exoskeletal shell on the upper side of its arms opens up, revealing a segmented yellow skin layer filled with holes, which let air enter and exit from its forearms. During these attacks, its claws simultaneously retract, allowing Mega Heracross to fire [[Bullet Seed (move)|various]] [[Pin Missile (move)|types of]] [[Rock Blast (move)|ammunition]] at a rapid pace.
Heracross live in groups in deep forests. They bite through the bark of trees with their strong jaws to get to the sweet sap inside. This suggests a relation to fellow bug-type, {{P|Pinsir}}, who share many of the same habits. Heracross's eating habits unwittingly enter them into a symbiotic relationship with {{P|Butterfree}}, who also love tree sap, but lack the strength to get to it. Despite their size, great strength, and powerful horns, Heracross are really docile creatures who prefer peace over resorting to violence.


==Habitat==
This Pokémon has a high body temperature, so it opens the shells of its arms and torso to allow heat to escape.<ref>http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/mega_pokemon/#Heracross</ref> Mega Heracross boasts such incredible strength that it can lift objects up to 500 times its own weight between its horns. However, it is left with muscular soreness after reverting to its original form.
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==Diet==
==Game data==
''Main article: [[Pokémon food]]''
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky}}: A Heracross can often be seen relaxing inside [[Spinda's Café]].


Heracross's preferred diet is mainly made up of sap and other plant juices. This makes them unpopular among plant-type Pokémon like [[Ash's Bulbasaur]], as Heracross often try to suck nourishment from them.
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{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|t=FFF|entry=It roams through forests searching for sweet nectar. Although it boasts fantastic physical strength, it's not that good at flying.}}
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{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|t=FFF|entry=A tremendous influx of energy builds it up, but when Mega Evolution ends, Heracross is bothered by terrible soreness in its muscles.}}
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{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|t=FFF|entry=Heracross loves sweet sap and will go looking through forests for it. The Pokémon uses its two antennae to pick up scents as it searches.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|t=FFF|entry=This Pokémon takes pride in its strength, which allows it to lift things 100 times heavier than itself with no trouble at all.}}
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{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shining Pearl|entry=Its powerful legs and claws give it enough power to hurl foes over great distances.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Legends: Arceus|t=FFF|entry=This Pokémon has an unparalleled horn. Heracross itself demonstrates tremendous power—it's capable of throwing several people trained in the traditional arts of war at once.}}
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{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=IX|reg1=Paldea|num1=262|reg2=Kitakami|num2=49|reg3=Blueberry}}
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=In the anime=
===Game locations===
[[Image:Ash's Heracross.jpg|right|thumb|Ash's Heracross]]Heracross first appeared in ''[[EP119|A Sappy Ending]]''.  Groups of {{p|Pinsir}} and Heracross were having a dispute due to the fact that [[Team Rocket]] was siphoning all the tree sap from the Pinsir side of the forest.  One {{AP|Heracross}} decided to help {{Ash}} and his friends for this crisis. Ash captured Heracross at the end of the episode.
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Ash sent Heracross back to [[Professor Oak]]'s lab in ''[[EP146|Tricks Of The Trade]]'' in exchange for his {{AP|Tauros}}, at Oak's request.
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A Heracross appeared in [[AG014|''All in a Day's Wurmple'']], under the ownership of [[Forrest Franklin]].
====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|Language/Region|type=Bug|type2=Fighting}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev2|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Seismic Toss Heracross|English|United States|5|February 28 to March 6, 2003|link=List of PCNY event Pokémon distributions (Generation II)#Seismic Toss Heracross}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|X}}|2014 Korean World Championship Series Heracross|All|South Korea|50|July 6, 2014|link=List of local event Pokémon distributions (Generation VI)#Heracross}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|X}}|Summer 2014 Heracross|American region|Nintendo Network|50|August 13 to September 17, 2014|link=List of American region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions (Generation VI)#Heracross}}
|}


In ''[[AG107|Absol-ute Disaster]]'', a Heracross was owned by a teenager named {{ho|Gordon}}. Gordon's Heracross saved [[Ash's Pikachu]] from falling while [[Ash's Swellow]] was busy saving [[Max]] from falling and it helped {{p|Absol}} and Ash's, {{an|May}}'s and [[Brock]]'s Pokémon, with a long-range attack, pushed a boulder in order to stop a flood.
====GTS events====
{{eventAvail/h|type=Bug|type2=Fighting}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev4|DP}}|Christy Heracross|English|GTS|1|August 19 to 30, 2007|link=List of GTS event Pokémon distributions (Generation IV)#Christy}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev4|DP}}|Seth Heracross|English|GTS|1|August 19 to 30, 2007|link=List of GTS event Pokémon distributions (Generation IV)#Seth}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev4|DP}}|Tom Heracross|English|GTS|1|August 19 to 30, 2007|link=List of GTS event Pokémon distributions (Generation IV)#Tom}}
|}


A Heracross appeared in [[DP052|''Smells Like Team Spirit!'']] under the ownership of {{an|Dawn}}'s tag battle partner, [[Conway]].
===Held items===
{{HeldItems/header|type=Bug|type2=Fighting}}
{{HeldItems/Games1|Legends: Arceus|tcolor=FFF|Pokémon Legends: Arceus}}
{{HeldItems/ItemsLA|Dazzling Honey|35|Spoiled Apricorn|15|Exp. Candy M|100|Seed of Mastery|20}}
|}


=In the manga=
===Stats===
==In the Pokémon Special manga==
====Base stats====
Heracross is first seen in {{PSV|7}}. While {{Special|Silver}} is communicating with {{Special|Blue}}, he stands in a full shot of [[Sprout Tower]] with a bunch of [[Johto]] Pokémon in the background, Heracross being one of them.
=====Heracross=====
{{BaseStats
|type=Bug
|type2=Fighting
|HP=    80
|Attack=125
|Defense=75
|SpAtk=  40
|SpDef=  95
|Speed=  85}}


Heracross is later seen as one of the Pokémon under [[Bugsy]]'s control.
=====Mega Heracross=====
{{Base Stats
|type=Bug
|type2=Fighting
|HP=80
|Attack=185
|Defense=115
|SpAtk=40
|SpDef=105
|Speed=75}}


=In the TCG=
====Pokéathlon stats====
{{main|Heracross (TCG)}}
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Bug
|type2=Fighting
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=3
|Power=4
|PowerMax=5
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=2
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}


=Other appearances=
===Type effectiveness===
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
{{TypeEffectiveness
Heracross only appears as a random trophy.
|type1=Bug
====Trophy information====
|type2=Fighting
Heracross are powerful creatures that are known to drive their single horns into the bellies of their foes and then toss them over their heads. The immense power of their {{M|Megahorn}} move is said to be the strongest among Bug Pokémon.  They are one of several types of Pokémon that can be found by shaking trees.
|Normal= 100
|Fighting= 50
|Flying= 400
|Poison= 100
|Ground=  50
|Rock=   100
|Bug=     50
|Ghost=  100
|Steel=  100
|Fire=   200
|Water=   100
|Grass=   50
|Electric=100
|Psychic= 200
|Ice=     100
|Dragon= 100
|Dark=    50
|Fairy=  200}}


=Game data=
===Learnset===
==Pokédex entries==
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{Dex
{{learnlist/levelh/9|Heracross|Bug|Fighting|2}}
|type=bug
{{learnlist/level9|1|Arm Thrust|Fighting|Physical|15|100|20||'''}}
|gen=2
{{learnlist/level9|1|Tackle|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
|golddex=This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized {{m2|Mega Horn|horn}} under the enemies' bellies then lifts and throws them.
{{learnlist/level9|1|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
|silverdex=Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
{{learnlist/level9|5|Fury Attack|Normal|Physical|15|85|20}}
|crystaldex=With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.
{{learnlist/level9|10|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
|rubydex=Heracross charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe's grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This Pokémon even has enough power to topple a massive tree.
{{learnlist/level9|15|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
|sapphiredex=Heracross has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the Pokémon a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn.
{{learnlist/level9|20|Horn Attack|Normal|Physical|65|100|25}}
|emeralddex=They gather in forests seeking the sweet sap of trees. It is completely clad in a steel-hard shell. It is proud of its horn, which it uses to fling foes.
{{learnlist/level9|25|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20}}
|firereddex=Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
{{learnlist/level9|30|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||'''}}
|leafgreendex=This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized {{m2|Mega Horn|horn}} under the enemies' bellies then lifts and throws them.
{{learnlist/level9|35|Pin Missile|Bug|Physical|25|95|20||'''}}
|stadium2dex=This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized {{m2|Mega Horn|horn}} under the enemies' bellies then lifts and throws them.
{{learnlist/level9|40|Throat Chop|Dark|Physical|80|100|15}}
|diamonddex=It gathers in forests to search for tree sap, its favorite food. It's strong enough to hurl foes.
{{learnlist/level9|45|Thrash|Normal|Physical|120|100|10}}
|pearldex=With powerful legs and claws, it generates enough power to hurl foes over great distances.
{{learnlist/level9|50|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
|}}
{{learnlist/level9|55|Megahorn|Bug|Physical|120|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|60|Close Combat|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/9|Heracross|Bug|Fighting|2}}


==Game locations==
====By [[TM]]====
{{Availability|
{{learnlist/tmh/9|Heracross|Bug|Fighting|2}}
type=bug |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM001|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20}}
gen=2 |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM007|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
gsrarity=Rare |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM012|Low Kick|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20||'''}}
gsarea={{m|Headbutt}}ed trees |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM015|Struggle Bug|Bug|Special|50|100|20||'''}}
crarity=Rare |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM018|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
carea={{m|Headbutt}}ed trees |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM020|Trailblaze|Grass|Physical|50|100|20}}
rsrarity=Rare |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM021|Pounce|Bug|Physical|50|100|20||'''}}
rsarea=[[Hoenn Safari Zone]] |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM025|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
erarity=Rare |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM027|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
earea=[[Hoenn Safari Zone]] |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM028|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20}}
frlgrarity=Uncommon |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM036|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
frlgarea=[[Pattern Bush]] |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM043|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
colorarity=One |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM047|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
coloarea=[[Realgam Tower]] ([[Shadow Pokémon|Shadow]]) |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM049|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
dparea=[[Honey]] trees |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM050|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
dprarity=Rare |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM053|Smart Strike|Steel|Physical|70|—|10}}
palarea=Forest |
{{learnlist/tm9|TM055|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10}}
}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM056|Bullet Seed|Grass|Physical|25|100|30}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM057|False Swipe|Normal|Physical|40|100|40}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM058|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM061|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM064|Bulk Up|Fighting|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM066|Body Slam|Normal|Physical|85|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM070|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM076|Rock Blast|Rock|Physical|25|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM085|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM086|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM088|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM090|Spikes|Ground|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM103|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM104|Iron Defense|Steel|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM130|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM134|Reversal|Fighting|Physical|—|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM149|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM150|Stone Edge|Rock|Physical|100|80|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM152|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM158|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM162|Bug Buzz|Bug|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM163|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM167|Close Combat|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM171|Tera Blast|Normal|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM179|Smack Down|Rock|Physical|50|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM181|Knock Off|Dark|Physical|65|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM182|Bug Bite|Bug|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM184|Vacuum Wave|Fighting|Special|40|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM185|Lunge|Bug|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM186|High Horsepower|Ground|Physical|95|95|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM192|Focus Punch|Fighting|Physical|150|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM204|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM205|Endeavor|Normal|Physical|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM213|Coaching|Fighting|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM219|Skitter Smack|Bug|Physical|70|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM221|Throat Chop|Dark|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM224|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM229|Upper Hand|Fighting|Physical|65|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf/9|Heracross|Bug|Fighting|2}}


===In side games===
====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/9|Heracross|Bug|Fighting|2}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/H|0204|Pineco}}{{MSP/H|0205|Forretress}}{{MSP/H|0313|Volbeat}}{{MSP/H|0636|Larvesta}}{{MSP/H|0637|Volcarona}}|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15|grid=6}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/H|0330|Flygon}}{{MSP/H|0469|Yanmega}}{{MSP/H|0917|Tarountula}}{{MSP/H|0918|Spidops}}{{MSP/H|0919|Nymble}}{{MSP/H|0920|Lokix}}|Feint|Normal|Physical|30|100|10|grid=6}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/H|0540|Sewaddle}}{{MSP/H|0541|Swadloon}}|Flail|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|grid=5}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/H|0207|Gligar}}{{MSP/H|0472|Gliscor}}{{MSP/H|0665|Spewpa}}|Harden|Normal|Status|—|—|30|grid=6}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/H|0402|Kricketune}}{{MSP/H|0469|Yanmega}}{{MSP/H|0472|Gliscor}}|Night Slash|Dark|Physical|70|100|15|grid=6}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{bag/s|Mirror Herb|SV}}{{tt|*|The Pokémon must hold a Mirror Herb to copy this move from another Pokémon.}}|Seismic Toss|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|grid=6}}
{{learnlist/breedf/9|Heracross|Bug|Fighting|2}}


{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #999; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
|- style="background: #{{bug color}};"  
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg grass color}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}"
! Game
! Location
|-
|-
| [[Pokémon Channel]]
! style="background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Move
| [[Mt. Snowfall]]
! style="background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Card
|-
|-
| [[Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire]]
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Focus Energy}}
| Safari Zone (Ruby Field)
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Heracross 4 (Rising Rivals 24)]]
|-
| [[Pokémon Trozei!]]
| Phobos Walker<br>Endless Level 15<br>Trozei Battle<br>Mr. Who's Den
|-
| [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]
| [[Great Canyon]] (7F-9F)<br>[[Joyous Tower]] (39F-42F)
|-
| [[Pokémon Ranger]]
| [[Olive Jungle]]
|}
|}


==Base stats==
===Side game data===
{{BaseStats|
====Heracross====
HP=80 |
{{Spindata/Head|type=Bug|type2=Fighting}}
Attack=125 |
{{Spindata/PinballRS|col=3|type=Bug|ndex=214|acquisition=Catch}}
Defense=75 |
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Bug|ndex=214|rarity=Common}}
SpAtk=40 |
SpDef=95 |
Speed=85 }}
 
Of the second generation Bug Pokémon, Heracross has the highest base HP.
 
Of the second generation Fighting Pokémon, Heracross has the highest base HP, Attack, SpAtk and Speed.
 
==Type effectiveness==
{{DP Type effectiveness|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Flying=  400 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground=   50 |
Rock=    100 |
Bug=      50 |
Ghost=  100 |
Steel=   100 |
 
Fire=   200 |
Water=  100 |
Grass=    50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic= 200 |
Ice=    100 |
Dragon=  100 |
Dark=    50 }}
 
==Learnset==
{{learnset intro|Heracross}}
===By [[Level|leveling up]]===
{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #999; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|- style="background: #{{bug color}};"
! Level || [[Generation II]]
! [[Generation III]]
! [[Generation IV]]
|-
|-
| Start || {{M|Tackle}}<BR>{{M|Leer}} || {{M|Tackle}}<BR>{{M|Leer}} || {{M|Night Slash}}<BR>{{M|Tackle}}<BR>{{M|Leer}}<BR>{{M|Horn Attack}}<BR>{{M|Endure}}
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214
|body=1
|rate=2.6
|area=Overgrown Forest
|P1=This horn is proof of my strength and power!
|P2=Oof... I only have about half my HP now.
|P3=It's too tough... I can't even flex my horn...
|PL=Excellent! I've leveled up! My horn's grown more rigid!
}}
|-
|-
| 6 || {{M|Horn Attack}} || {{M|Horn Attack}} ||
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214
|body=1
|rate=6.4
|IQ=C
}}
|-
|-
| 7 || || || {{M|Fury Attack}}
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214
|coset=3
|conto={{p|Pinsir}}
|recruitment=Raise the {{DL|Rank (Mystery Dungeon)|Expedition Rank}} to Platinum
|P1=Where you see [[Honey]], you see Heracross! Hey, where is my Honey?
|P2=I have not shown my true strength yet…
}}
|-
|-
| 11 || || {{M|Endure}} ||
{{Spindata/Ranger|col=6|type=Bug
|group=Bug
|assist=Fighting
|fieldpower=3
|field=Tackle
|loop=8
|MinEXP=48
|MaxEXP=72
|num=148
|browser=Heracross rams with its horn thrust out. It can move heavy things out of the way.
}}
|-
|-
| 12 || {{M|Endure}} || ||
{{Spindata/Ranger GS|col=6|type=Bug
|group=Bug
|assist=Normal
|field=Tackle
|fieldpower=3
|assistp=Fighting
|num=295
|pastnum=190
|browser=It lets loose shock waves to attack.
}}
|-
|-
| 13 || || || {{M|Aerial Ace}}
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=6|type=Bug
|att=4
|def=3
|speed=3
}}
|-
|-
| 17 || || {{M|Fury Attack}} ||
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214 f
|walk=1.5
|hp=55
|attack=80
|defense=56
|speed=60
}}
|-
|-
| 19 || {{M|Fury Attack}} || || '''{{M|Brick Break}}'''
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214
|power=2
}}
|-
|-
| 23 || || '''{{M|Brick Break}}''' ||
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214|num=047
|mega=1
|stone=Heracronite
|min=70
|max=110
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Crowd Control
|skilldesc=Increases damage when there are more Heracross in the puzzle area.
|swapper=Mega Boost+
|megaspeedup=8
|effectdesc=Adds one more Mega Heracross to the left of the match.
}}
|-
|-
| 25 || || || {{M|Counter}}
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214
|egg=5
|buddy=3
|candy=Heracross
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=190
|attack=234
|defense=179
|fast={{m|Counter}}, {{m|Struggle Bug}}
|special={{m|Megahorn}}, {{m|Close Combat}}, {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Rock Blast}}{{tt|*|From August 30, 2021 onward}}
}}
|-
|-
| 27 || {{M|Counter}} || ||
{{Spindata/NewSnap|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214|pdex=012
|dex=Heracross are incredibly powerful—strong enough to toss even large foes as if they weigh nothing at all! But they’re usually rather gentle, often sharing sap with other Pokémon.
}}
|}
 
====Mega Heracross====
{{Spindata/Head|type=Bug|type2=Fighting}}
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=214M
|coset=3
|conto={{p|Pinsir}}
|recruitment=Raise the {{DL|Rank (Mystery Dungeon)|Expedition Rank}} to Platinum
|P1=Where you see [[Honey]], you see Heracross! Hey, where is my Honey?
|P2=I have not shown my true strength yet…
}}
|-
|-
| 30 || || {{M|Counter}} ||
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=0214M
|-
|egg=5
| 31 || || || {{M|Take Down}}
|buddy=3
|-
|candy=Heracross
| 35 || {{M|Take Down}} || ||
|evolution=N/A
|-
|stamina=190
| 37 || || {{M|Take Down}} || '''{{M|Close Combat}}'''
|attack=334
|-
|defense=194
| 43 || || || '''{{M|Reversal}}'''
|fast={{m|Counter}}, {{m|Struggle Bug}}
|-
|special={{m|Megahorn}}, {{m|Close Combat}}, {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Rock Blast}}{{tt|*|From August 30, 2021 onward}}
| 44 || '''{{M|Reversal}}''' || ||
}}
|-
| 45 || || '''{{M|Reversal}}''' ||
|-
| 49 || || || {{M|Feint}}
|-
| 53 || || '''{{M|Megahorn}}''' ||
|-
| 54 || '''{{M|Megahorn}}''' || ||
|-
| 55 || || || '''{{M|Megahorn}}'''
|}
|}


===By [[TM]]/[[HM]]===
===Form data===
====Mega Evolution====
{{Evobox/Formes
|sprite1=0214Heracross
|name1=Heracross
|type1-1=Bug
|type2-1=Fighting
|forme1=Heracross
|loc1=Default
|item1=Heracronite
|itemfile1=Dream Heracronite Sprite.png
|itemsize1=40px
|sprite2=0214Heracross-Mega
|type1-2=Bug
|type2-2=Fighting
|forme2=Mega Heracross
|loc2={{color2|000|Held item|Held}} Heracronite
}}
 
===Evolution data===
{{Evobox-1
|type1=Bug
|type2=Fighting
|pictype=art
|no1=0214
|name1=Heracross
|type1-1=Bug
|type2-1=Fighting}}
 
===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Bug|type2=Fighting}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=II}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=214}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=214}}
{{Spritebox/4/Gender|ndex=214}}
{{Spritebox/5/Gender|ndex=214}}
{{Spritebox/6/2FormsGender|ndex=214|form1=M|crop=110}}
{{Spritebox/7/2FormsGender|ndex=214|form1=M|crop=112}}
{{Spritebox/8/LAGender|ndex=214|LAcrop=153}}
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{{Spritebox/Footer|214|Heracross}}
==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Goh Heracross.png|thumb|250px|Heracross in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:M19 Mega Heracross.png|thumb|250px|Mega Heracross in the anime]]
====Major appearances====
=====[[Ash's Heracross]]=====
Heracross debuted in ''[[EP119|A Sappy Ending]]'', thus also marking the species' debut. He decided to help {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} deal with a feud between other Heracross and a group of {{p|Pinsir}}. Heracross later wanted to come with Ash, who {{pkmn2|caught}} him at the end of the episode.
 
=====[[Goh's Heracross]]=====
In ''[[JN033|Trade, Borrow, and Steal!]]'', [[Kricketina Kylie]] owned six Heracross. One of them was eventually [[trade]]d for Goh's second Pinsir after he {{pkmn2|caught}} it.
 
=====Other=====
In ''A Sappy Ending'', the group of Heracross that Ash's own Heracross belonged to was feuding with a group of Pinsir after {{TRT}} began siphoning all of the tree sap from the Pinsir's side of the forest.
 
In ''[[AG014|All in a Day's Wurmple]]'', [[Forrest Franklin]] owns a Heracross as his main battling Pokémon.
 
In ''[[AG107|Absol-ute Disaster]]'', {{OBP|Gordon|AG107}}'s Heracross saved {{AP|Pikachu}} from falling while {{AP|Swellow}} was busy with [[Max]]. It also helped {{p|Absol}} and Ash's, {{an|May}}'s, and {{an|Brock}}'s Pokémon, with a long-range attack to push a boulder in order to stop a flood.
 
In ''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'', [[Conway]] used a Heracross in the [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] finals against [[Ash's Chimchar]] and [[Paul's Elekid]]. He was defeated after {{p|Elekid}} evolved into {{p|Electabuzz}}.
 
In ''[[DP110|Steeling Peace of Mind!]]'', {{an|Barry}}'s Heracross battled [[Barry's Empoleon]], but it was called off when {{p|Empoleon}} went out of control. He later flew Barry around [[Iron Island]].
 
In ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', [[Kato]] used a Heracross in a Tag Battle against [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Dawn's Piplup]], where he worked alongside [[Kiko]]'s {{p|Beautifly}}.
 
In ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'', a Heracross that can Mega Evolve fell under the control of [[Levi]] and [[Cherie]]'s Mega Wave. Heracross was briefly lent to [[Jessie]] to use in an attempt to capture {{OBP|Magearna|M19}}. He was later freed when [[Alva]]'s Mega Wave Crystal was destroyed, and he escaped.
 
In ''[[JN033|Trade, Borrow, and Steal!]]'', [[Kricketina Kylie]] owned six Heracross. {{DL|List of Goh's Pokémon|Heracross|One of them}} was eventually [[trade]]d for Goh's second Pinsir after he {{pkmn2|caught}} it.
 
====Minor appearances====
[[File:Heracross gender difference anime.png|thumb|250px|Male and female Heracross in the anime]]
In ''[[EP140|Wired for Battle!]]'', the image of a {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Heracross came up in [[Shingo]]'s laptop.
 
In ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'', a {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}'s Heracross participated in [[Pokémon Beauty Contest|a Pokémon breeding competition]].
 
In ''[[EP194|Ring Masters]]'', a Heracross competed in [[Rikishii Town]]'s [[Sumo Conference]].
 
In ''[[EP202|The Big Balloon Blow-Up]]'', two Heracross belonging to the same Trainer competed in the [[Pokémon Balloon Race]].
 
A Heracross appeared in ''[[M04|Celebi: The Voice of the Forest]]''.
 
A {{pkmn|Coordinator}}'s Heracross appeared in ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]''.
 
A Heracross appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''.
 
A Trainer's Heracross appeared in ''[[AG166|Curbing the Crimson Tide!]]''.
 
A Heracross appeared in ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.
 
A {{pkmn2|wild}} Heracross appeared in ''[[DP138|Strategy Begins at Home!]]''.
 
In ''[[DP182|An Old Family Blend!]]'', a Trainer's Heracross was at the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]].
 
A Heracross appeared with a Pinsir in the ending credits of ''[[PK25|Eevee & Friends]]''.
 
A Heracross that can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into Mega Heracross appeared in the opening of ''[[XYS01|Mega Evolution Special I]]''.
 
A Heracross appeared in a flashback or a fantasy in ''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''.
 
In ''[[XYS04|Mega Evolution Special IV]]'', a Trainer's Heracross was one of the ten Mega Evolved Pokémon that [[Alain]] and his {{TP|Alain|Charizard}} had to defeat.
 
A Heracross and its Mega Evolved form appeared during the opening sequence of ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]''.
 
During the ending credits of ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}} and {{OBP|Ash's Pikachu|M20|Pikachu}} battled a Heracross in the middle of a forest. The outcome of the battle was unknown, and thus it is unclear if this Heracross was meant to be {{OP|Ash|Heracross}} in this timeline.
 
In ''[[M21|The Power of Us]]'', a Heracross was following [[Harriet]] around.
 
In ''[[SM121|A Recipe for Success!]]'', a male and a female Heracross were customers at [[Oranguru's place]].
 
In ''[[SM125|A Timeless Encounter!]]'', a Heracross helped give {{an|Professor Kukui|Roarie}} a lift to the top of a {{DL|Totem Pokémon|Totem Trevenant}}. He reappeared in a flashback in ''[[SM126|Pikachu's Exciting Adventure!]]''.
 
A Heracross appeared in ''[[M23|Secrets of the Jungle]]''.
 
Two Heracross, one male and one female, appeared under the ownership of two different Trainers each in [[HZ047]].
 
====Pokédex entries====
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP119|Heracross|Ash's Pokédex|Heracross, the Single Horn Pokémon. Though gentle and docile, Heracross possesses great strength and power. Their favorite {{pkmn|food}} is the fresh sap of leafy trees.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Johto}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP052|Heracross|Dawn's Pokédex|Heracross, the Single Horn Pokémon. Using the sharp claws on its feet, it generates enough power to throw its opponent with amazing force.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexheader|Galar}}
{{Animedexbody|JN033|Heracross|Goh's Rotom Phone|Heracross, the Single Horn Pokémon. A {{t|Bug}} and {{t|Fighting}} type. Heracross takes pride in its horn, which it uses to scoop up and throw its opponent. It is very strong.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Galar}}
===Pokémon Evolutions===
[[File:Barry Heracross Evolutions.png|thumb|right|250px|Heracross in the [[Pokémon Evolutions]]]]
In ''[[PE05|The Rival]]'', {{ga|Barry}} used a Heracross during a battle against [[Palmer]]'s {{p|Milotic}} in the {{si|Battle Tower}}.
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==In the manga==
[[File:Gurkinn Heracross Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Heracross in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Gurkinn Mega Heracross Adventures.png|thumb|left|200px|Mega Heracross in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Ash & Pikachu===
{{main|Ash's Heracross}}
{{Ash}} owns a {{AP|Heracross}} similar to the anime, but it only made a brief appearance on a scoreboard in ''[[SP16|One Half Of A Poké Ball]]''.
 
===Pokémon Adventures===
===={{MangaArc|Yellow}}====
Heracross is first seen in ''[[PS090|The Legend]]''. While {{adv|Silver}} is communicating with {{adv|Green}} following the conclusion of this chapter, he stands in a full shot of [[Sprout Tower]] with a bunch of [[Johto]] Pokémon in the background, Heracross being one of them.
 
===={{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}====
A Heracross is seen as one of the Pokémon under [[Bugsy]]'s control. He first appeared in ''[[PS100|Into the Unown]]'' where he helped defeat Team Rocket at the Ruins of Alph. Later on in ''[[PS134|Hurray for Heracross]]'', he helped Bugsy capture an Unown before they followed Suicune to a chamber. Afterwards, he protected Bugsy after he activated the runes in the chamber where they encountered Suicune. Heracross faced the Legendary Pokémon but was easily swatted away, forcing Bugsy to switch to another tactic. He later uses him to battle [[Sabrina]] in the opening ceremonies of the [[Pokémon League]].
 
A Heracross appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].
 
===={{MangaArc|Emerald}}====
A Heracross was seen in [[Greta]]'s arsenal, which was first sent out in her battle against {{adv|Emerald}}. It was able to fight evenly against his {{TP|Emerald|Sceptile}} and outscored it. It first appeared in ''[[PS317|Sneaky Like Shedinja]]''.


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The {{gdis|Battle Factory|III}} rented a Heracross, which was stolen by [[Guile Hideout]] in ''[[PS326|Lemme at 'Em, Lapras!]]'' and ''[[PS327|Facing Gulpin Is Hard to Swallow]]''.
|- style="background: #{{bug color}};"
 
! # || [[Generation II]]
===={{MangaArc|X & Y}}====
! [[Generation III]]
A Heracross appears with a {{tc|Black Belt}} at the Mini-game Corner in ''[[PS553|Sylveon Enchants]]''.
! [[Generation IV]]
 
|-
A Heracross appeared under the ownership of [[Gurkinn]] in ''[[PS561|Heracross Transforms]]''. It can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] with its [[Heracronite]].
| TM01 || || '''{{M|Focus Punch}}''' || '''{{M|Focus Punch}}'''
 
|-
===Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!===
| TM02 || {{M|Headbutt}} || ||
A Trainer used a Heracross against [[Hareta]] in ''[[DPA25|Clash! Hareta vs. Koya]]''.
|-
 
| TM03 || {{M|Curse}} || ||
===Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys===
|-
A Heracross appeared in ''[[GB02|Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!]]''.
| TM06 || {{M|Toxic}} || {{M|Toxic}} || {{M|Toxic}}
 
|-
Multiple Heracross appeared in ''[[GB13|A Promise Given to Miltank]]''.
| TM08 || '''{{M|Rock Smash}}''' || {{M|Bulk Up}} || {{M|Bulk Up}}
 
|-
A Heracross appeared in ''[[GB13|A Promise Given to Miltank]]''.
| TM10 || {{M|Hidden Power}} || {{M|Hidden Power}} || {{M|Hidden Power}}
 
|-
A Heracross appeared in a flashback in ''[[GB23|Let's Fight For The Future!!]]''.
| TM11 || {{M|Sunny Day}} || {{M|Sunny Day}} || {{M|Sunny Day}}
 
|-
===Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All===
| TM13 || {{M|Snore}} || ||
A Heracross appeared in [[GDZ39]], under the ownership of [[Mikuri]].
|-
| TM15 || || {{M|Hyper Beam}} || {{M|Hyper Beam}}
|-
| TM17 || {{M|Protect}} || {{M|Protect}} || {{M|Protect}}
|-
| TM18 || || {{M|Rain Dance}} || {{M|Rain Dance}}
|-
| TM20 || {{M|Endure}} || ||
|-
| TM21 || {{M|Frustration}} || {{M|Frustration}} || {{M|Frustration}}
|-
| TM26 || {{M|Earthquake}} || {{M|Earthquake}} || {{M|Earthquake}}
|-
| TM27 || {{M|Return}} || {{M|Return}} || {{M|Return}}
|-
| TM28 || || {{M|Dig}} || {{M|Dig}}
|-
| TM31 || || '''{{M|Brick Break}}''' || '''{{M|Brick Break}}'''
|-
| TM32 || {{M|Double Team}} || {{M|Double Team}} || {{M|Double Team}}
|-
| TM34 || {{M|Swagger}} || ||
|-
| TM35 || {{M|Sleep Talk}} || ||
|-
| TM39 || || {{M|Rock Tomb}} || {{M|Rock Tomb}}
|-
| TM40 || || || {{M|Aerial Ace}}
|-
| TM42 || || {{M|Facade}} || {{M|Facade}}
|-
| TM43 || {{M|Detect}} || {{M|Secret Power}} || {{M|Secret Power}}
|-
| TM44 || {{M|Rest}} || {{M|Rest}} || {{M|Rest}}
|-
| TM45 || {{M|Attract}} || {{m|Attract}} || {{M|Attract}}
|-
| TM46 || {{M|Thief}} || {{M|Thief}} || {{M|Thief}}
|-
| TM49 || '''{{M|Fury Cutter}}''' || ||
|-
| TM52 || || || '''{{M|Focus Blast}}'''
|-
| TM56 || || || {{M|Fling}}
|-
| TM58 || || || {{M|Endure}}
|-
| TM65 || || || {{M|Shadow Claw}}
|-
| TM68 || || || {{M|Giga Impact}}
|-
| TM71 || || || {{M|Stone Edge}}
|-
| TM75 || || || {{M|Swords Dance}}
|-
| TM78 || || || {{M|Captivate}}
|-
| TM80 || || || {{M|Rock Slide}}
|-
| TM82 || || || {{M|Sleep Talk}}
|-
| TM83 || || || {{M|Natural Gift}}
|-
| TM87 || || || {{M|Swagger}}
|-
| TM90 || || || {{M|Substitute}}
|-
| HM01 || {{M|Cut}} || {{M|Cut}} || {{M|Cut}}
|-
| HM04 || {{M|Strength}} || {{M|Strength}} || {{M|Strength}}
|-
| HM06 || || '''{{M|Rock Smash}}''' || '''{{M|Rock Smash}}'''
|}


===By [[breeding]]===
===Pokémon HeartGold SoulSilver: Pokédex Completion Comic===
*{{m|Bide}}
A Heracross appeared in [[Pokémon HeartGold SoulSilver: Pokédex Completion Comic]].
*{{m|Double-Edge}}
*{{m|False Swipe}}
*{{m|Flail}}
*{{m|Harden}}
*{{m|Pursuit}}
*'''{{m|Revenge}}'''


===By tutoring===  
===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
===Special moves===
A Heracross appeared in ''[[PM079|The Hardest Bug Pokémon Wins?!]]'', under the ownership of [[Bugsy]].


==Side game data==
===Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission===
A Heracross was one of the Pokémon that [[Lunick]] asked for help in ''[[PR1|Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode One]]''.


{{Side game|
==In the TCG==
type=bug |
{{main|Heracross (TCG)}}
ndex=214 |
PinRScatch=yes |
HC=C |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=2.6% |
area=Overgrown Forest |
P1= This horn is proof of my strength and power! |
P2= Oof... I only have about half my HP now. |
P3= It's too tough... I can't even flex my horn... |
PL= Excellent! I've leveled up! My horn's grown more rigid! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=yes |
typeG= Bug |
typeA= Fighting |
field= Tackle x3 |
loop=8 |
browser= Heracross rams with its horn thrust out. It can move heavy things out of the way. |
}}


==Evolution==
==Other appearances==
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===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
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Heracross only appears as a random trophy.
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{{EvoChart Box|
text=Basic |
image=214.png |
name=Heracross }}
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====Trophy information====
''Heracross are powerful creatures that are known to drive their single horns into the bellies of their foes and then toss them over their heads. The immense power of their {{m|Megahorn}} move is said to be the strongest among Bug Pokémon. They are one of several types of Pokémon that can be found by shaking trees.''


==Sprites==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
{{Sprite|
Heracross appears as a {{sbw|Spirits (characters)|Spirit}}.
type=bug|
gen=2|
gender=both|
ndex=214|
name=Heracross|
}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Heracross is the only {{type2|Bug}} Pokémon to learn {{m|Megahorn}}, even though Megahorn is a Bug-type move. The reason for this may be that when Megahorn was introduced in Generation II, it was [[Signature moves|exclusive]] to Heracross.
* Heracross can be seen as a counterpart to {{p|Pinsir}}, replacing {{p|Scyther}} in that role, which gained an evolution in [[Generation II]]. Both are {{type|Bug}} Pokémon based on beetles and lack an evolutionary family. Pinsir is not part {{t|Fighting}} like Heracross, but it learns several Fighting-type moves by leveling up. Both Pokémon and their [[Mega Stone]]s are versions exclusives in {{g|X and Y}}: Heracross and [[Heracronite]] are exclusive to Y while Pinsir and [[Pinsirite]] are exclusive to X. Each Mega Stone can be found in [[Santalune Forest]] in their respective versions. The heights of both Pokémon are the same, even when Mega Evolved. The Pokémon are also version exclusives in the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]]. Heracross can be found on the [[Isle of Armor]] if playing Shield, whereas Pinsir can be found in its place when playing Sword.
* Since its debut in [[Generation II]], Heracross has been featured in all regional [[Pokédex]]es.
* Mega Heracross has the highest base {{stat|Attack}} stat of all {{type|Bug}} Pokémon.
* No other Pokémon has the same [[type]] combination as Heracross.
* Mega Heracross is tied with Mega Pinsir, Mega {{p|Scizor}}, and {{p|Genesect}} for the highest base stat total of all Bug-type Pokémon.
*Heracross is one of fourteen Pokémon that one could collect foreign Pokédex entries for.
* Heracross is one of fourteen Pokémon that one could collect [[foreign Pokédex entries]] for in {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.
* Heracross is the only {{type|Fighting}} Pokémon in the {{egg3|Bug}}.
 
===Origin===
===Origin===
Heracross is most likely based on the {{wp|Japanese rhinoceros beetle}}. These beetles are known for their incredible strength and use in {{wp|insect fighting}}, which explains its {{t|Fighting}} type.
Mega Heracross appears to be based on a {{wp|Hercules beetle}}.
====Name origin====
====Name origin====
Heracross's name is a combination of {{wp|Hercules}}<!-- Roman -->, or {{wp|Heracles}}<!-- Greek -->, and the word ''cross''. This [[Pokémon]] is based on the {{wp|Hercules beetle}}, hence the first part of its name. However, its appearance is obviously based on the common species in Japan.
Heracross and Heracros may be a combination of ''{{wp|Hercules beetle}}'' (species of rhinoceros beetle named after the hero in the classical Greco-Roman mythology for its great strength), Ἡρακλῆς ''{{wp|Heracles|Hēraklēs}}'' (divine hero in Greek mythology who lent his name to his {{wp|Hercules|Roman mythological analogue}}), and ''cross''.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
*[[List of German Pokémon names|German]]: Skaraborn - From ''{{wp|scarab}}'' and ''horn''.
{{Other languages|type=Bug|type2=Fighting
|ja=ヘラクロス ''Heracros''|jameaning=From {{tt|ヘラクレスオオカブト ''Herakuresu Ōkabuto''|Hercules beetle}}, Ἡρακλῆς ''{{wp|Heracles|Hēraklēs}}'', and ''cross''
|fr=Scarhino|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|scarabée-rhinocéros|rhinoceros beetle}}''
|es=Heracross|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Skaraborn|demeaning=From ''{{tt|Skarabäus|scarab}}'' and ''Horn''
|it=Heracross|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=헤라크로스 ''Heracross''|komeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
|zh_cmn=赫拉克羅斯 / 赫拉克罗斯 ''Hèlākèluósī''<br>赫拉剋羅斯 ''Hèlākèluósī''{{tt|*|Pre-Gen VII media (Taiwan)}}|zh_cmnmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
|zh_yue=赫拉克羅斯 ''Hāklāaihāklòhsī''<br>赫拉剋羅斯 ''Hāklāaihāklòhsī''{{tt|*|Pre-Gen VII media}}|zh_yuemeaning=Mandarin-based transcription of Japanese name
|he=הראקרוס ''Erakross''|hemeaning=Transcription of English name
|hi=हेराक्रॉस ''Heracross''|himeaning=Transcription of English name
|ru=Геракросс ''Gerakross''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=เฮราครอส ''Herakhrot''|thmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
}}
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*[[List of French Pokémon names|French]]: Scarhino - Combination of ''scarabée'', meaning scarab, and ''rhino''; as in rhino beetle.
==Related articles==
*[[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]: 헤라크로스 ''Herakeuroseu''
 
=Related articles=
* [[Ash's Heracross]]
* [[Ash's Heracross]]
* [[Goh's Heracross]]
* [[Mega Evolution]]


=External links=
==References==
* [[wp:Heracross|Article on Wikipedia]]
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