How to get Murkrow in Pokemon GO, and can it be shiny? 

Niantic introduced Murkrow in Pokemon GO on February 16, 2017, alongside the main release of Johto Pokemon. Since that day, the Darkness Pokemon has been available to catch in the wild. Yes, Murkrow can be shiny in the game, as it made its debut at the start of the April Fools Day event on March 31, 2018. Moreover, this variation can also be encountered in the wild.

Murkrow, the Darkness Pokemon, and its shiny form can evolve into the respective variants of Honchkrow upon utilizing 100 Murkow Candy and a Sinnoh stone. That said, here is an article that discusses how you can get your hands on Murkrow in Pokemon GO, along with its Shiny version.

Also Check: Pokemon GO Evolution Calculator

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How to get Murkrow in Pokemon GO

It is said that when chased, Murkorw lures its attacker onto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost. (Image via The Pokemon Company)

These are the five methods to encounter and catch Murkrow in Niantic’s mobile game:

• Catch in the wild
• Beat Raids
• Hatch Eggs
• Complete Research Tasks
• Trade

1) Catch in the wild

Murkrow is a dual Dark- and Flying-type pocket monster. Due to these typings, it receives a wild spawn boost during Fog and Windy weather in-game. So, if you want to search for this creature in the wild, make sure you go to areas where these weather conditions are prominent.

You can also increase the spawn rate of wild Murkrow in Pokemon GO by using the Lure Module and Incense. These items boost encounters and attract Pokemon to your location. However, you will need to be in places that experience Fog and Windy weather.

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2) Beat Raids

Since Murkrow is a Flying- and Dark-type, it is weak to Electric-, Fairy-, Ice-, and Rock-type moves. In Raids, these attacks will do super-effective damage to this monster. You may even encounter Shiny Murkrow in raids - if you’re lucky.

Here are the best counters to Pokemon GO Murkrow raids:

• Mega Diancie: Rock Throw and Rock Slide
• Mega Tyranitar: Smack Down and Stone Edge
• Mega Gardevoir: Charm and Dazzling Gleam
• Shadow Rhyperior: Smack Down and Rock Wrecker
• Shadow Raikou: Thundershock and Wild Charge

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3) Hatch eggs

A lot of critters, including Murkrow, can be encountered from Pokemon eggs in the game. You can hatch 2 KM, 5 KM, or 7 KM eggs to obtain Murkrow in Pokemon GO. If you are having a lucky day, you can even come across its shiny variant.

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4) Complete Research Tasks

Completing Research Tasks can reward you with various items like Poke Balls, Candy, Mega Energy, Berries, and encounters with pocket monsters. Whenever there is a research task that offers a Murkrow encounter, complete it to add the creature to your collection.

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5) Trade

Pokemon GO Trainers can share their pocket monsters with their friends. So, if you know a buddy who has an extra Murkrow in their account, ask them to give it to you through the Trade mechanic. Do note that you and your friend will need Stardust as a medium of exchange to complete the trade process.

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How to get Shiny Murkrow in Pokemon GO

Shiny Murkrow (Image via The Pokemon Company)

You can follow these methods to obtain Shiny Murkrow:

• Catch in the wild
• Beat raids
• Hatch eggs
• Complete research tasks
• Trade

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How to get Murkrow and Shiny Murkrow in Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour?

When the Spotlight Hour event featuring Murkrow goes live on December 10, 2024, from 6-7 pm local time, go to areas experiencing Fog and Windy weather to encounter and catch both variations in the wild. Use Lure Items and Incense to attract them.

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Check out our other Pokemon GO guides:

• Ditto disguises
• Buddy Evolution Adventure Together guide
• Best Fast Attacks in Pokemon GO
• Sierra counters
• Cliff counters
• Arlo counters
• Giovanni counters
• Team GO Rocket Grunts