Hey, I’m Zathong and this guide is about Caterpie in Pokémon. Learn more about Caterpie’s type, abilities, weaknesses, evolution, name and location.
| Type | Bug |
| Height | 1′ 00″ |
| Weight | 6.4 lbs |
| Abilities | Shield Dust This Pokémon’s dust blocks the additional effects of attacks taken. |
| Gender | ♂ ♀ |
Versions:
- For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antenna on its head to drive away enemies.
- Its short feet are tipped with suction pads that enable it to tirelessly climb slopes and walls.
Caterpie Name in Japanese and Languages others
| Languages | Name |
|---|---|
| English, Spanish, Italian | Caterpie |
| Japanese | キャタピー (Caterpie) |
| German | Raupy |
| French | Chenipan |
| Origin | caterpillar: a species of insect |
Caterpie Weaknesses
| Weaknesses |
|---|
| Fire |
| Flying |
| Rock |
Caterpie Evolution
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Bug | Flying
Caterpie changes
- In Generation 1, Caterpie has a base Special stat of 20.
- In Generations 1-4, Caterpie has a base experience yield of 53.
- In Generations 2-7, Caterpie has a base Friendship value of 70.
Caterpie where to find for…
| Red | Route 25, Viridian Forest |
| Blue | Route 2, 24, 25, Viridian Forest |
| Yellow | Viridian Forest |
| Gold | Route 2, 26, 27, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, Azalea Town, Ilex Forest, Lake of Rage, National Park |
| Silver | National Park |
| Crystal | Route 2, 24, 25, 30, 31, Ilex Forest, National Park |
| Ruby Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen | Route 2, 24, 25, Pattern Bush, Viridian Forest |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl | Route 204 |
| Platinum | Route 204, Eterna Forest |
| HeartGold | Route 2, 30, 31, Ilex Forest, National Park, Viridian Forest |
| SoulSilver | National Park |
| Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
| White | Breed Metapod/Butterfree |
| Black 2 White 2 | Trade/migrate from another game |
| X | Santalune Forest |
| Y | Route 2, Santalune Forest |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Route 1, 5, Melemele Meadow, Lush Jungle |
| Let’s Go Pikachu Let’s Go Eevee | Route 2, Viridian Forest |
| Sword Shield | Route 1 |
| Brilliant Diamond | Spacious Cave, Grassland Cave, Swampy Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Sunlit Cavern, Bogsunk Cavern |
| Shining Pearl | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
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