How to get Murkrow in Pokemon Go: Evolution & can it be shiny?

Niladri Sarkar
pokemon go murkrow with game background

Murkrow is a popular Gen 2 species that Pokemon Go players are eager to catch, so here’s how to get Murkrow and its evolution, Honchkrow, in Pokemon Go, with details on its shiny odds.

Pokemon Go players want to catch the iconic Gen 2 Pokemon Murkrow and use its evolution, Honchkrow, in PvP and PvE battles, but finding this species is easier said than done.

So here’s everything you need to know to get Murkrow in Pokemon Go, along with its evolution method and shiny chances in the mobile game.

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How to catch Murkrow in Pokemon Go

You can get Murkrow in Pokemon Go by catching it in the wild.

While it is an uncommon find, you can get boosted Murkrow spawns during the World of Wonders: Taken Over event, running until Sunday, March 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM (local time).

pokemon go species murkrow in the anime
Murkrow is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon.

Can Murkrow be shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, shiny Murkrow is available in Pokemon Go. You should know that the odds of encountering a shiny Murkrow in Pokemon Go is 1 in 512.

How to evolve Murkrow into Honchkrow in Pokemon Go

You can evolve Murkrow to Honchkrow using 50 Candy and a Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go.

Here’s how to get a Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go:

  • By participating in the Go Battle League and getting at least two wins in a set, where the second reward has a high chance of being a Sinnoh Stone.
  • Defeating Team Leaders like Blanche, Candela, and Spark.
  • By spinning PokeStops and Gyms.
  • From certain Field Research tasks.
  • From the Research Breakthrough Box earned after completing Field Research tasks for seven days.

And there you have it! This is all you need to know about Murkrow in Pokemon Go. For more content on the game, check out our other guides below:

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