How to get Stakataka in Pokemon GO, and can it be Shiny?

Originally introduced in Generation VII through Pokemon Sun and Moon, you can get Stakataka in Pokemon GO if you are dedicated enough. Made up of countless blocks of stone, this Ultra Beast debuted in Pokemon GO during the Ultra Space Wonders event on May 23, 2024.

This article will inform you everything you need to know to get Stakataka in Pokemon GO, and if it can be Shiny in this game.

How to find Stakataka in Pokemon GO

Stakataka in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

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Before getting into how to get Stakataka, one thing is important to remember that it is only available in the Eastern Hemisphere. Given below are the different ways you can get this creature in this game:

Raids: Defeat Stakataka in a five-star raid. This is the easiest way of getting this new Ultra Beast in the game.
Events: Stakataka occasionally appears as a featured Raid Boss during certain events, so be sure to watch out for those opportunities.
Trade: You can trade with your friend for a Stakataka.

For players in the Western Hemisphere: Unless you’re able to join a friend’s raid remotely from the Eastern Hemisphere, your best bet is to trade with someone who already has a Stakataka.

Also read: Pokemon GO Stakataka: Best moveset, counters, and is it any good?

Since you can encounter Stakataka in 5-star raids, we have listed some of the best counters you can use against the Stakataka in Pokemon GO:

Primal Groudon
Mega Garchomp
Mega Heracross
Mega Blaziken
Mega Swampert
Mega Lopunny
Groudon
Terrakion
Keldeo
Therian Forme Landorus
Shadow Groudon
Shadow Excadrill
Shadow Garchomp
Shadow Machamp
Shadow Hariyama
Shadow Rhyperior
Shadow Ursaluna
Shadow Golurk
Shadow Farfetch'd
Shadow Toxicroak
Shadow Blaziken
Shadow Hippowdon
Garchomp
Heracross
Excadrill
Blaziken
Machamp
Hariyama
Mamoswine
Rhyperior
Swampert
Excadrill

Since it is a new monster, trading can be extremely expensive. If you want to get a monster that is not registered in your Pokedex, it might cost you up to 1 million Stardust, depending on the rarity of the Pokemon and the friendship level with your friend.

If you are friends with the person you want to trade with for over a month, you will get a significant discount on the Stardust needed for the trade. It is advisable to wait for a Community Day event when you can trade with your friend for 50% less Stardust.

Also read: Pokemon GO Stakataka raid guide: Weaknesses and best counters

Can you get Shiny Stakataka in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Stakataka (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Shiny Stakataka is available in Pokemon GO. It made its first title debut during the Spring into Spring 2025 on April 9, 2025.

So, if you enjoy hunting for Shiny monsters in this game, you have a small chance of encountering one.

Also read: All shiny Ultra Beasts in Pokemon GO, ranked

Stakataka in Pokemon GO: Stats and moves

Type: Rock / Steel
Attack: 213
Defense: 298
Stamina: 156
Boss CP (Raid): 49,402
Max CP (Catch): Non-boosted - 1,882 CP and Weather-boosted - 2,353 CP
Fast Attacks: Rock Throw and Take Down
Charged Attacks: Stone Edge, Flash Cannon and Bulldoze

Also read: All Pokemon GO Western Hemisphere exclusives, ranked

That covers everything you need to know to get Stakataka in Pokemon GO. If you are interested in Pokemon GO, you can check out some of our guides:

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