The sneaky Ditto in "Pokémon GO" remains one step ahead of trainers this July 2025 by its camouflage as other wild Pokémon. If you're searching for this shape-shifting creature or even trying to catch its Shiny version, you'll want to know its latest disguises and top tips to catch one in the wild.
Even though the pool of disguises hasn't changed since June, knowing these Pokémon is essential to seeing Ditto before it gets you after capture.
Complete List of Ditto Disguises
As of July 2025, Ditto can disguise itself as any of the following wild Pokémon. If you happen to catch one of these and it changes after being captured in your Pokemon GO map, you've discovered Ditto.
- Oddish
- Koffing
- Rhyhorn
- Goldeen
- Spinarak
- Numel
- Bidoof
- Gothita
- Solosis
- Bergmite
- Stufful
Don't forget, Ditto cannot be recognized until you manage to catch it, so aim for catching these particular Pokémon to heighten your chances.
How to Find a Shiny Ditto in 'Pokémon GO'
Shiny Ditto is also among the game's most elusive finds. It has the same disguise pool as regular Ditto, and you won't realize it's Shiny until after you've caught what appears to be a normal wild Pokémon. No telling visual clue in advance, so be patient and persistent.
Here's how to improve your odds, according to GameRant.
Use Weather Boost to Trigger More Spawns
Ditto disguises, such as Rhyhorn and Goldeen, are increased in partly cloudy weather. Train in locations with this kind of weather to maximize chances of encounters.
Enable Lure Modules and Incense
Lock a Lure Module on a nearby PokéStop and enable Incense while on foot. This doubles the amount of wild Pokémon nearby. It's very useful during events.
Enable the Daily Adventure Incense
This 15-minute Incense is ideal for checking out new locations or boosting rare spawn opportunities. Ditto is not assured, but increased spawns equal more chances.
Maximizing Your Ditto Hunt
- Adhere to the disguise list. There's no need to waste time on Pokémon that are not in the July pool.
- Participate in local communities – online forums tend to post Ditto sightings and advice.
- Sightsee in Ditto spotlight events – Niantic occasionally increases Ditto spawn rates during special timed occurrences.
Catching Ditto in "Pokémon GO" remains tough, but knowing its disguises is your advantage. Whether you are completing your Pokédex or trying for the much-coveted Shiny Ditto, remain vigilant, and tactical, and continue to click on those possible disguises.
Perhaps the next one will surprise you by being the real thing.
Originally published on Player One
