Surscoon cluster together on the water's surface of small ponds, grazing on plant matter. When bird-type Pokémon swoop down on them, they direct their antenna-like spines towards the offending predator, sometimes fending the opponent off.
To avoid detection by its enemies, it hides motionlessly beneath large leaves and in the gaps of branches. They gather on puddles after evening downpours, gliding across the surface of water as if sliding.