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Heracross can be a tough opponent in Pokemon GO, so naturally, players are curious about its weaknesses.
A dual Bug/Fighting-type, Heracross is only susceptible to a few select types of Pocket Monsters in the mobile game.
This article serves as a Pokemon GO player's guide for all of Heracross' weaknesses.
Related: How to catch a shiny Heracross in Pokemon GO
Heracross is vulnerable against four types in Pokemon GO
As a Bug and Fighting-type Pokemon, Heracross' weaknesses include Fairy, Flying, Fire, and Psychic-type opponents.
On the flip side, Heracross has built-in resistances against Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type enemies. Keeping in mind the types that Heracross is susceptible to, here are some of the best counters to use against this Pokemon.
Mega Pidgeot - Mega Pidgeot will make quick work of Heracross if a player is fortunate enough to have this Mega Evolved Pokemon on their team. Using the attacks Gust and Brave Bird, Mega Pidgeot will rain absolute hellfire on the opposition.
Moltres - This Legendary Pokemon is a dual Fire/Flying-type, making it an exceptional counter to use against Heracross. The best moveset for Moltres in this scenario is Wing Attack paired with Sky Attack.
Staraptor - As a Normal/Flying type, Staraptor is able to take advantage of using the Wing Attack and Brave Bird combo against Heracross. This Pokemon isn't that difficult to obtain either, making it a great choice for players of all skill levels to use.
Mewtwo - A Pokemon GO trainer can almost never go wrong when using Mewtwo. In this case, the Legendary Pokemon will be ideal against Heracross if it knows Psycho Cut and Psystrike.
Charizard - This classic Generation I, Fire/Flying type will rock Heracross' world with its overwhelming strength in battle. Charizards that know Air Slash and Overheat will destroy Heracross.
It is highly recommended to use a few of the Pokemon listed above, or those that are assigned as one of the types Heracross is weak against to win the battle.
Also, read How to catch Falinks in Pokemon GO
