Collector’s Guide: Pidgeot (Jungle 24)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Pidgeot
• Set: Jungle (Base2)
• Card Number: 24
• Rarity: Rare
• HP: 80
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Pidgeotto)
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Pidgeot card is a Stage 2 evolution from Pidgeotto, featured in the Jungle expansion of the Base set series. It has two attacks:

• Wing Attack: Deals 20 damage for two Colorless Energy.
• Hurricane: Deals 30 damage for three Colorless Energy. If this attack does not Knock Out the Defending Pokémon, the Defending Pokémon and all attached cards are returned to the opponent’s hand.

The card’s flavor text highlights Pidgeot’s hunting behavior: “When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.”

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by:

• Set Code: base2
• Subtype: Stage 2
• Market Reference Query: “Pidgeot Jungle 24”
• Regulation Mark: None

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this rare Jungle Pidgeot card:

• Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or card holder.
• Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
• Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
• Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Jungle (Base2): This set expanded the original Base set with new Pokémon and introduced fan favorites like Pidgeot in a Stage 2 form. The Jungle Pidgeot card is notable for its clean artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and its unique Hurricane attack effect, which can disrupt the opponent’s board state by returning their active Pokémon and attachments to their hand.

This Pidgeot card remains a sought-after collectible for fans of the Jungle expansion and those who appreciate classic Stage 2 Pokémon cards. Its unknown legality status means collectors should verify tournament rules before competitive play.