Sandslash

Sandslash (サンドパン Sandpan) is a -type Pokémon and the evolved form of Sandshrew. Sandshrew can evolve into a Sandslash starting at level 22.

Appearance
Sandslash is a tall, yellow, mammalian creature with brown spikes on its back. It has two very long claws on each "hand" used for digging and battling. Sandslash can curl up to a small size just like its pre-evolved form Sandshrew, but it is of a much larger stature. It has big claws that it uses in battle.

Special Abilities
It has the ability Sand Veil.

Anime

 * In a episode called Good 'Quil Hunting!, a Trainer called Koji told Ash about a place that was good for catching some Cyndaquil. After Ash captured a Cyndaquil, the trainer challenged Ash to a 1-on-1 battle to see who would have the Cyndaquil. Koji used a Sandslash against Ash's Cyndaquil and he lost. 210px-Sandslash_anime.jpg

Generation I
Main article: Sandslash/Learnset Generation I

Generation II
Main article: Sandslash/Learnset Generation II

Generation III
Main article: Sandslash/Learnset Generation III

Generation IV
Main article: Sandslash/Learnset Generation IV

Name Origin
Its name comes from "Sand" and "Slash" which references its habitat and sharp claws.