Pinch Perfect Event Guide: Klawf Debut, Shiny Dhelmise, Spawns, Raids, Research Tasks & Rewards in Pokemon GO

The Pokémon GO event, Pinch Perfect, is happening now and ends on Sunday, January 11th at 8 PM local time. A brand-new Pokémon, Klawf—a Rock-type known for ambushing—is available to catch for the first time! Klawf originally appeared in the Paldea region in the Scarlet and Violet video games.

The unique Sea Creeper Pokémon, Dhelmise, originally from Pokémon Sun and Moon, is getting its first-ever shiny version in Pokémon GO. The Pinch Perfect event will also feature new Field, Timed, and Premium Research tasks with exciting rewards. This guide will cover everything you need to know about the event.

Pinch Perfect Spawns
Pinch Perfect Raids
Pinch Perfect Research Tasks and Rewards

Pinch Perfect Event Spawns in Pokemon GO

Here’s what you can expect regarding Pokémon that will appear more often during the Pinch Perfect event. Specifically, Dwebble, Corphish, and Clauncher will be more common at certain times – details are below.

Pinch Perfect Spawns	Can It Be Shiny?
Sandshrew	Yes
Onix	Yes
Clauncher (more frequently from Jan 10, 10 am to Jan 11, 8 pm)	Yes
Trapinch	Yes
Corphish (More frequently from Jan 8, 10 am to Jan 10, 10 am)	Yes
Tentacool	Yes
Rhyhorn	Yes
Magikarp	Yes
Binacle	Yes
Dwebble (More frequently from Jan 6, 10 am to Jan 8, 10 am)	Yes
Drillbur	Yes
Tirtouga	Yes
Archen	Yes

Pinch Perfect Raids in Pokemon GO

One Star Raids
- Corphish
- Dwebble
- Clauncher
Three-Star Raids
- Dhelmise
- Dondozo

All Pinch Perfect Field Research Tasks and Rewards

Catch 5 Pokemon
- Possible Rewards: 10 Poke Balls, 5 Great Balls, 3 Ultra Balls
Catch 10 Pokemon
- Possible Rewards: Corphish, Dwebble, and Clauncher Encounter
Catch 15 Pokemon
- Reward: 1500 Stardust
Win a Raid
- Possible Rewards: Dhelmise and Klawf Encounter

Pinch Perfect Timed Research Tasks and Rewards

The Pokémon you encounter for each step of this Timed Research changes depending on when you complete it. Between January 6th at 10 AM and January 8th at 10 AM, you’ll find Dwebble. From January 8th at 10 AM to January 10th at 10 AM, you’ll encounter Corphish. And from January 10th at 10 AM to January 11th at 8 PM, you’ll find Clauncher. No matter when you complete each step, you’ll always have a final encounter with Klawf.

Catch 5 Pokemon
- Dwebble, Corphish, or Clauncher Encounter
Catch 10 Pokemon
- Dwebble, Corphish, or Clauncher Encounter
Catch 15 Pokemon
- Dwebble, Corphish, or Clauncher Encounter
Catch 20 Pokemon
- Dwebble, Corphish, or Clauncher Encounter
Catch 25 Pokemon
- Dwebble, Corphish, or Clauncher Encounter
Total Rewards: Klawf Encounter, 950 XP, and 950 Stardust

Pinch Perfect Premium Timed Research Tasks and Rewards

For just $1.99, you can purchase a ticket in the Pokémon GO shop for the Pinch Perfect Premium Timed Research. This will give you extra chances to encounter Pokémon like Klawf and Dhelmise, plus other rewards! Here’s a breakdown of the steps and what you’ll get.

Pinch Perfect Step 1

Catch 5 Pokemon
- Reward: Dwebble Encounter
Catch 5 Pokemon
- Reward: Corphish Encounter
Catch 5 Pokemon
- Reward: Clauncher Encounter
Catch 10 Pokemon
- Dhelmise Encounter
Total Reward: Klawf Encounter, 9500 XP, and a Premium Battle Pass

Pinch Perfect Step 2

Catch 5 Pokemon
- Reward: Dwebble Encounter
Catch 5 Pokemon
- Reward: Corphish Encounter
Catch 5 Pokemon
- Reward: Clauncher Encounter
Catch 10 Pokemon
- Dhelmise Encounter
Total Reward: Klawf Encounter, 9500 XP, and a Premium Battle Pass

Can Klawf Be Shiny in Pokemon GO?

Not Yet

You can find a shiny Klawf in the video games Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, as seen in the image. However, a shiny version of Klawf isn’t available in Pokémon GO at this time.

Can Dhelmise Be Shiny in Pokemon GO?

That’s right! This event introduces Shiny Dhelmise to Pokémon GO, giving you the opportunity to catch one!

2026-01-06 21:06