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Where to Find Shiny Golduck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Learn where to find Shiny Golduck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet with this easy guide.

If it seems like you have nothing else to do in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you probably have some Shinies left to catch. These slightly different versions of regular Pokémon are so rare that catching them all might be the biggest challenge, even for seasoned Pokémon players.

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In case you are on the hunt to complete your Shiny Pokedex, use this guide to discover where to find Shiny Golduck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Where to Find Shiny Golduck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Golduck is a Water-type Pokémon that can be found close to rivers and lakes. Your best bet is to check out the following locations for a chance to find a regular or Shiny Golduck:

  • South Province (Area Four and Six)
  • North Province (Area One and Three)
  • Area Zero
  • Casseroya Lake
  • Glaseado Mountain

While there is no way to pinpoint the exact location where Shiny Golduck might spawn, there are several methods you can use to increase your chances of encountering one in any of these places.

How to Catch Shiny Golduck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Before starting your hunt for Shiny Golduck, make sure you are familiar with what this Shiny looks like. Recognizing Shiny Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet is more difficult than in previous games since there are no distinctive sounds that help you realize the Pokémon in front of you is Shiny.

You have to rely on noticing the slight color differences, which are sometimes quite difficult to see. In Shiny Golduck’s case, you will be looking for a Golduck that is of a slightly darker shade of blue, with a pink beak and pink web between its fingers and toes.

To catch Shiny Golduck, you can wait for Mass Outbreaks or be proactive and learn how to make a Water-type Shiny boost sandwich to increase your chances of encountering and catching one.

That’s all you need to know to find Shiny Golduck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! Good luck and make sure to catch ’em all!

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Slobodan Brkljač
Slobodan is a staff writer with more than three years of experience in writing and editing online content. He joined TouchTapPlay in late 2022 and has been writing all kinds of articles about the gaming industry, but his heart is usually in the big AAA action/adventure titles like God of War, Horizon, Tomb Raider, and Star Wars Jedi series. He has a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Cultural Studies. When he’s not gaming, you can find him at the gym or local coffee shops searching for the perfect latte.