Can Sandshrew & Alolan Sandshrew be Shiny in Pokemon Go?

Wondering if Sandshrew and Alolan Sandshrew can be Shiny in Pokemon Go? And if so, what do they look like? We’ve got all the answers you need right here.

The Spotlight Hour on February 27, 2024, features two headliners, Sandshrew and Alolan Sandshrew, which will both have boosted spawns in the wild from 6 PM to 7 PM local time.

Before you go Shiny hunting, it’s important to know whether or not their Shiny variations are actually available in Pokemon Go. Otherwise, you could spend hours looking for them for no reason at all!

Here’s everything you need to know about Sandshrew and Alolan Sandsrew’s Shiny availability.

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Contents

• Is Shiny Sandshrew available in Pokemon Go?
• Is Shiny Alolan Sandshrew available in Pokemon Go?
• How to catch Shiny Alolan Sandshrew in Pokemon Go

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Is Shiny Sandshrew available in Pokemon Go?

The good news is that Shiny Sandshrew is currently available to find in Pokemon Go. Its color scheme is quite different, as it has a green body instead of the traditional yellow one.

Shiny Sandshrew made its debut during the Tottori Festival event in December 2018, which means that Shiny Sandslash is also available when evolved with 50 Candy.

Is Shiny Alolan Sandshrew available in Pokemon Go?

The good news is that Shiny Alolan Sandshrew is currently available to find in Pokemon Go. Its color scheme is only slightly different, with a blue underbelly instead of a yellow one.

Shiny Alolan Sandshrew made its debut during the 3rd Anniversary event in June 2019, which means Shiny Alolan Sandslash is also available when evolved with 50 Candy.

How to catch Shiny Alolan Sandshrew in Pokemon Go

Sandshrew and Alolan Sandshrew will be appearing more often in the wild during their Spotlight Hour on February 27, 2024, so there’s no better time to try and catch Shiny versions of both regional variants.

You can also use Incense and Lures to increase the amount that will spawn.

Then, it’s simply a case of tapping on as many Sandshrew as you can and hoping for a Shiny one. If you tap on a normal one, don’t waste time catching it – leave the battle and continue your search.

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