Shellder, the water-type bivalve Pokémon from Kanto, is found in the wild in pokemon go. Yes, Shellder can be shiny pokemon go!
Image: Julia Lee/Polygoon | Image source: Niantic
Cloyster doesn’t see much use in raids, as there are many Ice and Water-type Pokémon that do significantly more damage. However, Cloyster sometimes sees some use in Ultra League PvP.
Aside from that, though, these are just cute Pokédex fillers with pretty good glossy versions.
What is the shine level for Shellder in Pokémon Go?
According to The Silph Roadon a normal day, the Shiny Speed for Pokémon is about one in 500. Shellder is not a Pokémon that gets a “permaboost” (meaning it is a rare spawn and thus gains an increased Shiny Speed).
What can I do to attract more Shiny Pokémon?
Not much, unfortunately. It seems to be a coincidence. Shiny Pokémon catch rates are determined by developer Niantic and usually only increase during special events like Community Days or Safari Zones, or in Legendary Raids. There are no consumables that increase the speed of Shiny Pokémon.
Where can I find a list of available Shiny Pokémon?
Leek Duck preserves a list of currently available Shiny Pokémon. It’s a handy visual guide that illustrates what all existing Shiny Pokémon look like.
For more tips, check out Polygon’s pokemon go Guides.