Quick facts
Species: Heracross (Mega)
Types: Bug / Fighting
Primary weaknesses: Flying, Fire, Psychic, Fairy
Recommended lobby: 3–7 trainers
Mega Heracross is a powerful Bug/Fighting-type Pokémon in raids, known for its high attack and crushing moves. Trainers who bring the right counters can defeat it efficiently, even in solo or small-group raids. This guide includes best counters, movesets, raid strategy, and tips for tackling Mega Heracross safely.
Table of Contents
Weakness Best Pokemon Regular Counters Shadow Counters Mega Counters Moveset Weather Effects Size Rewards FAQsWeaknesses & resistances
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Weak to |
 Flying •
 Fire •
 Psychic •
 Fairy
|
| Resists to |
 Ground •
 Bug •
 Fighting •
 Grass •
 Dark
|
Best Mega Heracross Counters
Mega-type Counters
- Swampert: Water Gun / Earthquake
- Heracross: Rollout / Hydro Pump
- Gyarados: Dragon Tail / Hydro Pump
Shadow-type Counters
- Feraligator: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
- Samurott: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
- Kingler: Bubble / Crabhammer
Water-type Counters
- Greninja: Feint Attack / Hydro Pump
- Golisopod: Waterfall / Liquidation
- Primarina: Charm / Hydro Pump
Best Mega Evolutions
Recommended Megas to use against Mega Heracross:
- Swampert, Heracross, Gyarados, Slowbro – Water boost
- Garchomp – Ground boost
Best Regular Counters
Regular pokemon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Regular counters with short notes on why they excel.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayquaza | Air Slash / Dragon Tail | Aerial Ace / Dragon Ascent / Ancient Power / Outrage | Hurricane / Breaking Swipe | Dragon Tail (14) and Dragon Ascent (140) |
| Enamorus | Zen Headbutt / Astonish / Fairy Wind | Dazzling Gleam / Grass Knot / Fly | - | Zen Headbutt (11) and Dazzling Gleam (100) |
| Yveltal | Gust / Sucker Punch / Snarl | Hyper Beam / Focus Blast / Hurricane / Psychic / Dark Pulse | Oblivion Wing | Gust (25) and Hyper Beam (150) |
| Staraptor | Quick Attack / Wing Attack / Sand Attack | Close Combat / Brave Bird / Fly / Heat Wave | Gust | Quick Attack / Wing Attack (10) and Brave Bird (130) |
| Galarian Articuno | Psycho Cut / Confusion | Ancient Power / Brave Bird / Future Sight / Fly | - | Confusion (19) and Brave Bird (130) |
| Salamence | Fire Fang / Dragon Tail / Bite | Fly / Fire Blast / Hydro Pump / Draco Meteor / Brutal Swing / Crunch | Outrage | Dragon Tail (14) and Draco Meteor (150) |
| Moltres | Wing Attack / Fire Spin | Ancient Power / Fire Blast / Heat Wave / Overheat | Sky Attack | Fire Spin (13) and Overheat (160) |
| Toucannon | Rock Smash / Peck / Bullet Seed | Drill Peck / Rock Blast / Flash Cannon | Beak Blast | Rock Smash (17) and Beak Blast (125) |
| Tornadus | Gust / Astonish | Focus Blast / Hurricane / Heat Wave / Psychic | Bleakwind Storm | Gust (25) and Bleakwind Storm (150) |
| Braviary | Air Slash / Zen Headbutt | Brave Bird / Fly / Ominous Wind / Psychic / Dazzling Gleam | - | Air Slash (12) and Brave Bird (130) |
| Zapdos | Charge Beam | Drill Peck / Ancient Power / Zap Cannon / Thunderbolt / Thunder | Thunder Shock | Charge Beam (7) and Zap Cannon (140) |
| Zacian | Metal Claw / Air Slash | Play Rough / Close Combat / Giga Impact / Behemoth Blade | - | Air Slash (12) and Giga Impact / Behemoth Blade (200) |
| Galarian Moltres | Sucker Punch / Wing Attack | Brave Bird / Ancient Power / Payback / Fly | - | Wing Attack (10) and Brave Bird (130) |
| Incarnate Tornadus | Air Slash / Bite | Hyper Beam / Hurricane / Grass Knot / Dark Pulse | - | Air Slash (12) and Hyper Beam (150) |
Best Shadow Counters
Shadow pokemon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Shadow counters with short notes on why they excel.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Mewtwo | Psycho Cut / Confusion | Focus Blast / Flamethrower / Thunderbolt / Psychic / Ice Beam | Hyper Beam / Shadow Ball / Psystrike | Confusion (19) and Hyper Beam (150) |
| Shadow Ho-Oh | Hidden Power / Steel Wing / Incinerate / Extrasensory | Brave Bird / Fire Blast / Solar Beam | Earthquake / Sacred Fire | Incinerate (32) and Solar Beam (180) |
| Shadow Lugia | Extrasensory / Dragon Tail | Sky Attack / Fly / Hydro Pump / Future Sight | Aeroblast | Dragon Tail (14) and Aeroblast (180) |
| Shadow Zapdos | Charge Beam | Drill Peck / Ancient Power / Zap Cannon / Thunderbolt / Thunder | Thunder Shock | Charge Beam (7) and Zap Cannon (140) |
| Shadow Staraptor | Quick Attack / Wing Attack / Sand Attack | Close Combat / Brave Bird / Fly / Heat Wave | Gust | Quick Attack / Wing Attack (10) and Brave Bird (130) |
| Shadow Toucannon | Rock Smash / Peck / Bullet Seed | Drill Peck / Rock Blast / Flash Cannon | Beak Blast | Rock Smash (17) and Beak Blast (125) |
| Shadow Salamence | Fire Fang / Dragon Tail / Bite | Fly / Fire Blast / Hydro Pump / Draco Meteor / Brutal Swing / Crunch | Outrage | Dragon Tail (14) and Draco Meteor (150) |
| Shadow Moltres | Wing Attack / Fire Spin | Ancient Power / Fire Blast / Heat Wave / Overheat | Sky Attack | Fire Spin (13) and Overheat (160) |
| Shadow Unfezant | Air Slash / Steel Wing | Hyper Beam / Sky Attack / Heat Wave | - | Steel Wing (14) and Hyper Beam (150) |
Best Mega Counters
Mega pokemon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Mega counters with short notes on why they excel.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Charizard Y | Air Slash / Fire Spin | Dragon Claw / Fire Blast / Air Cutter / Overheat | Dragon Breath / Ember / Wing Attack / Flamethrower / Blast Burn | Fire Spin (13) and Overheat (160) |
| Mega Pidgeot | Air Slash / Steel Wing | Hurricane / Aerial Ace / Brave Bird / Feather Dance | Wing Attack / Gust / Air Cutter | Gust (25) and Brave Bird (130) |
| Mega Rayquaza | Air Slash / Dragon Tail | Aerial Ace / Dragon Ascent / Ancient Power / Outrage | Hurricane / Breaking Swipe | Dragon Tail (14) and Dragon Ascent (140) |
| Mega Salamence | Fire Fang / Dragon Tail / Bite | Fly / Fire Blast / Hydro Pump / Draco Meteor / Brutal Swing / Crunch | Outrage | Dragon Tail (14) and Draco Meteor (150) |
Moves & Threats
Heracross common fast moves are Counter or Struggle Bug. Charged moves include Close Combat or Upperhand or Earthquake or Rock Blast or Megahorn.
Pro tip: Close Combat is extremely powerful; bring Pokémon that resist Fighting moves. Avoid using fragile Bug types—they’ll faint quickly.
Weather Effects
Cloudy weather to boosts Heracross's Fighting-type moves.
Rainy weather to boosts Bug-type moves like Megahorn.
Windy weather to boosts Flying/Psychic counters.
Sunny weather to boosts Fire type counters.
Battle Tips
- Start with Flying-types for a safe lead.
- Rotate Fire and Psychic Pokémon for consistent damage.
- Keep shield Pokémon handy for Mega Heracross’ Megahorn or Close Combat.
Rewards
- Mega Energy for Heracross
- Chance to catch Heracross (with boosted IVs)
- Rare Candy & XL Candy
Why Raid Mega Heracross?
Mega Heracross is excellent for solo or small-group raids and a fun addition to your Mega Pokédex.
FAQ
Can Mega Heracross be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Shiny Heracross has been released in raids or events.
What are best moveset of Heracross?
Best movset of Heracross are Struggle Bug which does damage of 15 under Fast Attack and Earthquake of 140 under Charged Attack.
Are Shadow Pokémon better?
Yes—Shadow forms have +20% attack, making them excellent choices if available.
What is the best weather to raid Mega Heracross?
Windy weather to boosts Flying/Psychic counters. Sunny weather to boosts Fire type counters.
Does Mega Heracross keep its Mega form after the battle?
Mega Evolution lasts only during battles where Mega is enabled; it does not persist outside combat.
Related Guides
Looking for more counters? Check out our Gigantamax Hatterene Raid Guide, Gigantamax Alcremie Raid Guide, Gigantamax Machamp Raid Guide
Summary
- Lead with Flying or Fire Pokémon
- Exploit Fighting weakness with Psychic types
- Avoid Bug and Grass counters—they’re less effective
- Use shield wisely against Megahorn or Close Combat
- Keep a backup team for multi-bar charged moves