Overview
Aerodactyl is a Rock/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon Pokopia, classified as the Fossil Pokemon (Dex #271). It flew through the open skies over the ancient continent as if they were its own. When it touched ground, its walk was weak and slow. Aerodactyl is one of several fossil Pokemon available in Pokopia and does not evolve. It carries the Fly specialty, making it a powerful aerial travel companion.
Habitat
Aerodactyl can be found at one habitat.
Wing Fossil Display (#193)
A display of ancient Pokemon fossils. This fine skeletal specimen was once ruler of the skies.
Item | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Pedestal / Exhibition Stand | 1 | Display base |
Wing Fossil (head) | 1 | Cranial fossil piece |
Wing Fossil (right wing) | 1 | Right wing fossil |
Wing Fossil (left wing) | 1 | Left wing fossil |
Wing Fossil (body) | 1 | Torso fossil piece |
Wing Fossil (tail) | 1 | Tail fossil piece |
Aerodactyl is a Common visitor at the Wing Fossil Display. It is the only Pokemon that visits this habitat. The Wing Fossil Display requires six items in total: one pedestal and five fossil pieces that together form a complete skeletal reconstruction.
How to Befriend
Build the Wing Fossil Display by placing a Pedestal along with all five Wing Fossil pieces (head, right wing, left wing, body, and tail). This habitat requires you to find all five fossil fragments, which can be a significant collection task. Once assembled, Aerodactyl is a Common visitor, so it should appear regularly. Walk up and interact with it to befriend it.
Specialties
Fly
Aerodactyl has the Fly specialty. If you speak to a Pokemon with the Fly specialty while using the Pokedex to search for another Pokemon, the Fly Pokemon can take you directly to that Pokemon's location. Aerodactyl's ancient heritage as a sky ruler makes it a fitting choice for aerial travel across your island. Its Rock/Flying typing gives it a unique thematic flavor compared to other Fly-specialty Pokemon.
Preferences
Category | Detail |
|---|---|
Ideal Environment | Dry |
Favorite Flavor | Sour |
Likes | Stone stuff, Nice breezes, Hard stuff, Shiny stuff, Spinning stuff |
Rarity | Common |
Habitat | Wing Fossil Display (#193) |
Aerodactyl prefers dry environments. Place stone items, hard objects, and shiny decorations near the Wing Fossil Display to boost its Comfort Level. Its taste for Sour-flavored foods means sour berries and treats work best.
Pokedex Information
Field | Value |
|---|---|
Dex Number | #271 |
Type | Rock / Flying |
Species | Fossil Pokemon |
Height | 5'11" (1.8 m) |
Weight | 130.1 lbs (59.0 kg) |
Generation | 1 |
"It flew through the open skies over the ancient continent as if they were its own. When it touched ground, its walk was weak and slow."
Related Pokemon
Aerodactyl is a standalone fossil Pokemon with no evolutionary relatives. In Pokopia, it is grouped alongside other fossil Pokemon such as Cranidos, Rampardos, Shieldon, and Bastiodon. All fossil Pokemon share a preference for dry environments and stone-themed items, and their habitats all revolve around fossil displays. Aerodactyl is unique among them as the only one with the Fly specialty.
Tips
The Wing Fossil Display requires five separate fossil pieces, making it one of the more resource-intensive habitats to build. Start collecting Wing Fossil fragments early.
Despite the habitat's construction cost, Aerodactyl is a Common visitor once the display is complete. You should be able to befriend it quickly after building.
Aerodactyl is the only fossil Pokemon with the Fly specialty. If you want a prehistoric-themed Fly companion, this is your best option.
Since Aerodactyl likes stone and hard stuff, placing rocky decorations near the fossil display keeps it comfortable and fits the paleontology theme.