Are you wondering whether Sunkern be shiny in Pokémon Go? This month’s Pokémon Go Spotlight Hour is all about another beloved cute creature, Sunkern. It will spawn more during the Spotlight Hour, which will fall on Tuesday, 20th June 2023, from 6.00 pm local time to 7.00 pm local time. And participants will get a special 2x Candy bonus. With that announcement, trainers are willing to try their luck in catching a Sunkenr, especially the shiny one. But can Sunkern be shiny in Pokémon Go? This guide will answer all your questions.
Who Is Sunkern in Pokémon Go?
Sunkern is a non-legendary Grass-type Pokémon. It was initially found in the Johto region and belonged to Generation 2. Three Candy and 100 Stardust are the rewards for catching this beast. Sunkern evolves into Sunflora with 50 Sunkern Candy and Sun Stone. Sunflora is the only evolution upgrade of Sunkern to date.
Sunkern is a tiny seed like Pokémon with a yellow body and green sprouts growing out of its head. And those leaves are the only weapon of this weak and vulnerable monster.
Sunkern is weak against Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves and becomes strong in Sunny weather. Its best fast moves are Cut and Razor Leaf. And best Charge Moves are Grass Knott, Seed Bomb, and Energy Ball.
Can Sunkern Be Shiny in Pokémon Go?
The good news is, Sunkern can be shiny in Pokémon Go Spotlight hour June 2023. You can catch it during the Spotlight Hour and while doing regular encounters outside of the Spotlight Hour. Also, if you are following Pokémon Go mini-events, you have a single time window to find Sunkern. If you are lucky enough to catch a Shiny Sunkern, you can evolve it into a Shiny Sunflora.
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How To Catch a Shiny Sunkern in Pokémon Go?
You must enter the Shiny Spawn Rate to get a Shiny Sunkern in Pokémon Go. Eventhough, Shiny Sunkerns spawn in the wild, you must reach that rate to encounter one. There are many options to use to boost the Sunkern’s Spawn Rate.
Check for the weather.
Sunny weather increases Sunkern’s Spawn Rate.
Fill your bag with supplies.
Before entering the Spotlight Hour, ensure you have enough Poke Balls and Berries. These items can come in handy when you catch a Sunkern.
Use Pokémon Incense.
You can purchase Incense and use it to attract more Sunkerns.
Pokémon GO is available on iOS and Android.
Source: ProPlanty, Pokémon Go Hub, Bulbapedia
