{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Pidgey | Stats, Moves, Evolution & Locations | The Pokemon Pokedex Podcast With Rhys & Felicity","description":"In this episode, Rhys and Felicity swoop into the fluffy, chaotic world of Pidgey\u2014Pok\u00e9dex #16 and the tiny bird Pok\u00e9mon with surprisingly big energy (and even bigger chicken-nugget debates). They explore why Pidgey is almost always the first Pok\u00e9mon new trainers meet, how its Keen Eye ability keeps its aim sharp, and why this cute little loaf-with-wings shouldn\u2019t be underestimated. From basic moves like Tackle and Sand Attack to its first real flying attack, Gust, this episode digs into everything that makes Pidgey both adorable and secretly awesome. Learn how Pidgey avoids battles by kicking up blinding sand, why its sense of direction is so strong that scientists compare it to a living compass, and how its flock behavior keeps it safe from predators. Rhys and Felicity also explain how Pidgey evolves into Pidgeotto and eventually the majestic Pidgeot\u2014a full-blown glow-up from \u201ctiny fluff nugget\u201d to \u201cgiant bird with legendary hair.\u201d And of course\u2026 there are the nuggets. So many nuggets. Chicken nuggets, Pidgey nuggets, turkey nuggets\u2014plus sugar-rush jokes, \u201cbye-bye\u201d explosions, sibling mischief, airhead theft, and a Pidgey Prime delivery service that would give Amazon a run for its money. It\u2019s unhinged in the best way. Stay tuned for listener feedback details, a wing-it joke of the day, and all the laughter and silliness you expect from the Pok\u00e9mon Pok\u00e9dex. Whether you\u2019re a Kanto veteran or just starting your journey, this episode will have you protecting Pidgey from becoming lunch. Also in this episode: Pidgey\u2019s Traits and Abilities: A Normal\/Flying type with Keen Eye\u2014an ability that prevents opponents from lowering its accuracy. Its moves include Tackle, Sand Attack, and Gust. Physical Characteristics: A one-foot-tall, four-pound tiny bird Pok\u00e9mon often compared to a fluffy bread loaf with feathers. Small, light, and unexpectedly strategic. Evolution Line: Pidgey evolves into Pidgeotto at level 18 and then into the powerful, stylish Pidgeot\u2014a major evolution glow-up. Behavior & Defense: Pidgey prefers to avoid fighting. It uses Sand Attack to blind opponents and fly away, keeping itself safe and stress-free. Navigation Skills: With an incredible sense of direction, Pidgey can always find its way home no matter how far it flies\u2014basically built-in GPS. Super Vision: Pidgey can spot Caterpie-like Pok\u00e9mon from over 100 feet away. Its eyesight is good enough to win every game of hide-and-seek ever invented. Gust Power: Pidgey\u2019s wings can whip up mini tornados of leaves and dust\u2014great for battles, or for dramatic entrances. Habitat: Common throughout the Kanto region and often the first Pok\u00e9mon trainers catch\u2026 assuming they don\u2019t lose it. Or eat it. Or turn it into nuggets. Fun Facts & Anime-Style Mayhem: Expect chaotic flocks, Zapdos warnings, Snorlax impressions, glitter jokes, and very strong feelings about bread crust. ","author_name":"Mary & Blake Media","author_url":"http:\/\/maryandblake.com\/thisisustoo","html":"