Guide to Catching Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO: Shiny Variant Availability

Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros Debuts in Pokémon GO

The highly anticipated Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros is set to make its grand entrance during the Stunning Styles event. This event is scheduled to run from 10 AM local time on April 3, 2025, until 8 PM local time on April 7, 2025. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience the arrival of both the Combat Breed and Blaze Breed variants of Paldean Tauros.

Ways to Obtain Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros

  • Participate in 3-star raids
  • Exchange with friends
Different Breeds Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO (Image via TPC)
Different Breeds of Paldean Tauros in Pokémon GO (Image via TPC)

Participate in 3-Star Raids

The Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros will feature as a 3-star raid boss in Gyms, exclusively in the Western Hemisphere. This includes regions across North and South America, parts of Spain and Portugal, as well as certain areas in Western Africa.

As a formidable raid boss, Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros boasts over 19,000 CP. Trainers will need to strategize carefully, as this Pokémon possesses strong Charged Attacks. Notably, it has vulnerabilities to attacks from Grass, Electric, Flying, Psychic, and Fairy types.

Trainers can engage in these raids either in-person or via Remote Raid passes.

During raids, Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros can have the following CP upon capture:

  • No Weather Boost: 1,546 – 1,621 CP at level 20 (IVs 10/10/10 to 15/15/15)
  • Weather Boosted (Rainy or Cloudy): 1,932 – 2,026 CP at level 25 (IVs 10/10/10 to 15/15/15)

Trade with Friends

Another way to acquire Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros is through trading with friends in-game. If you already have Kanto Tauros in your Pokédex, trading for the Aqua Breed will not count as a Special Trade, making it a hassle-free option.

This method is especially beneficial for Trainers residing outside the Western Hemisphere who may want to conserve their Remote Raid Passes.

Can Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros Be Shiny?

Comparison between shiny and normal Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO (Image via TPC)
Comparison of shiny and regular Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokémon GO (Image via TPC)

As of April 2025, there is currently no Shiny variant of Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros available in Pokémon GO. The release date for the shiny version remains unconfirmed and is expected to be announced in the future.

Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros: Stats and Moves

  • Type: Water / Fighting
  • Attack: 210
  • Defense: 193
  • Stamina: 181
  • Max CP: 3,207
  • Fast Attacks: Double Kick, Tackle, Zen Headbutt
  • Charged Attacks: Aqua Jet, Earthquake, Iron Head, Trailblaze

In exciting news, further details regarding the Pokémon GO Fest 2025 have also been unveiled, promising even more thrilling adventures for Trainers.

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