# Aerodactyl - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 5 OverUsed

> Find the best Aerodactyl builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 5 OverUsed. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Aerodactyl Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 5 OverUsed (`bw`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | bw |
| **Usage** | 2% |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Aerodactyl)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw/Aerodactyl
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/bw](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Aerodactyl.

## Common Moves
- **Stealth Rock**: 99.285%
- **Taunt**: 99.284%
- **Double-Edge**: 96.888%
- **Earthquake**: 62.452%
- **Rock Tomb**: 22.270%
- **Other**: 19.822%

## Common Abilities
- **Pressure**: 74.380%
- **Rock Head**: 23.846%
- **Unnerve**: 1.773%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 99.240%
- **Other**: 0.760%

## Common Teammates
- **Starmie**: 89.544%
- **Dragonite**: 89.211%
- **Jirachi**: 67.685%
- **Scizor**: 65.108%
- **Breloom**: 61.515%
- **Gyarados**: 22.547%

## FAQ for Aerodactyl in bw-1760

### What are the top moves for Aerodactyl?
The most common moves for Aerodactyl are Stealth Rock, Taunt, Double-Edge, Earthquake. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Aerodactyl?
Aerodactyl is frequently paired with Starmie, Dragonite, Jirachi, Scizor. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Aerodactyl?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Aerodactyl?
The top build for Aerodactyl features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/4/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 56.736% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Aerodactyl?
Aerodactyl is most effectively run with the ability **Pressure** (74.380%) and the item **Focus Sash** (99.240%).

### What is the most common role for Aerodactyl?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Aerodactyl often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the bw-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Aerodactyl?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 105 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Sp. Atk | 60 |
| Sp. Def | 75 |
| Speed | 130 |
| **BST** | **515** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Aerodactyl on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Aerodactyl) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/bw) - Build teams with Aerodactyl
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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