Zubat 70 / 82 Pokemon Card from Team Rocket Set

Zubat — Team Rocket 70/82 Pokémon TCG card

Zubat is a Basic Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set, released in the vintage era (2000). It has 40 HP and is classified as a Grass type. The card features…

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About the Zubat Pokémon Card

Zubat is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Team Rocket set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 70/82 and is classified as Common. The Team Rocket set was released on April 24, 2000.

The card includes the flavor text: “Lives in dark caves. Can occasionally be seen at night, when it flies in search of food.”.

Zubat Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Zubat

Card number: 70/82

Set: Team Rocket

Series: Base

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Grass

HP: 40

Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

Release date: April 24, 2000

National Pokédex number: 41

Why Collect the Zubat Pokémon Card?

Zubat is most often collected as part of a complete Team Rocket set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Zubat Pokémon Card

Zubat was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Zubat Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Zubat is about

.86. Recent listings range from roughly $0.87 (low) to
9.99 (high), with a mid-point near
.78. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Team Rocket set has a median card value near

1.66 and an average near $41.26, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +23% over the last 7 days and +8% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Team Rocket set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Zubat Pokémon Card

Whether Zubat is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 1,937 copies of this card, of which 515 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 26.6%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Zubat Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Zubat was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1,937 copies to date.

Other Printings of Zubat

Zubat appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge 118 (around $59.98), Skyridge 117 (around $54.99) and Delta Species 88 (around

3.15).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Zubat Pokémon Card

The Zubat pokémon card is a Common card from the Team Rocket set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Team Rocket set. Its current aggregated market price is about

.86; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Zubat card from?

Zubat is from the Team Rocket set (Base series), numbered 70/82 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Zubat card?

Zubat is classified as Common.

How much is the Zubat 70/82 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.86, within a recent range of roughly $0.87 to
9.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Zubat card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1,937 copies so far, with about 26.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Zubat?

PSA has graded 1,937 copies, of which 515 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 26.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Zubat card?

As a Common card, Zubat was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Team Rocket set released?

The Team Rocket set was released on April 24, 2000.

Are there other printings of Zubat?

Yes. Zubat appears on 33 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.