Hey, I’m Zathong and this guide is about Metapod in Pokémon. Learn more about Metapod’s type, abilities, weaknesses, evolution, name and location.
Type | Bug |
Height | 2′ 04″ |
Weight | 21.8 lbs |
Abilities | Shed Skin The Pokémon may heal its own status conditions by shedding its skin. |
Gender | ♂ ♀ |
Versions:
- It is waiting for the moment to evolve. At this stage, it can only harden, so it remains motionless to avoid attack.
- Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.
Metapod Name in Japanese and Languages others
Languages | Name |
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English, Spanish, Italian | Metapod |
Japanese | トランセル (Transel) |
German | Safcon |
French | Chrysacier |
Origin | metamorphosis: a transformation pod; a cocoon |
Metapod Weaknesses
Weaknesses |
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Fire |
Flying |
Rock |
Metapod Evolution

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Bug | Flying
Metapod changes
- In Generation 1, Metapod has a base Special stat of 25.
- In Generations 2-7, Metapod has a base Friendship value of 70.
Metapod where to find for…
Red | Route 25, Viridian Forest |
Blue | Route 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 24, 25, Ilex Forest, National Park |
Ruby Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
FireRed LeafGreen | Route 24, 25, Pattern Bush, Viridian Forest |
Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
Diamond Pearl Platinum | Eterna Forest |
HeartGold | Route 2, 30, 31, 47, Ilex Forest, National Park, Viridian Forest |
SoulSilver | National Park |
Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
White | Route 12 |
Black 2 White 2 | Trade/migrate from another game |
X | Evolve Caterpie |
Y | Santalune Forest |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
Sun Moon | Route 1, 5, Melemele Meadow, Lush Jungle |
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Route 5, Melemele Meadow, Lush Jungle |
Let’s Go Pikachu Let’s Go Eevee | Viridian Forest |
Sword Shield | Rolling Fields |
Brilliant Diamond | Evolve Caterpie |
Shining Pearl | Trade/migrate from another game |
Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
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