Quick Answers
Metapod is a Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I, known as the Cocoon Pokémon. Its evolution line is Caterpie → Metapod.
What type is Metapod?
Metapod is a Bug-type Pokémon.
What is Metapod weak to?
Metapod is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock-type attacks.
What does Metapod resist?
Metapod resists Grass, Fighting, and Ground-type attacks.
What are Metapod's base stats?
Metapod has a base stat total of 205. Its highest base stat is Defense at 55. See the full base stat breakdown.
What abilities does Metapod have?
Metapod can have Shed Skin as its standard ability. It has no Hidden Ability. Browse all abilities.
What does Metapod evolve from?
Metapod evolves from Caterpie starting at level 7.
How does Metapod evolve?
Metapod evolves into Butterfree starting at level 10.
Where can you find Metapod?
Metapod can be encountered in the wild in 24 games, including Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, Pokémon Yellow, and Pokémon Gold. See the per-game location list.
What moves can Metapod learn?
Metapod can learn 5 different moves across the main series, through leveling up, TMs and HMs, and move tutors. See Metapod's complete movepool.
Base Stats
Abilities
Type Matchups
View full type chart →Damage multipliers vs. bug typing. Ability-based immunities (e.g. Levitate) are not included.
Evolution Line
Battle & Lore Hub
Moves · 5 total
Level-Up
1 movesTM / HM
2 movesMove Tutor
2 movesWhere to find· 34 games
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Red?
2 spotsMetapod can be found in Kanto Route 25 and Viridian Forest in Pokémon Red.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Blue?
3 spotsMetapod can be found in Kanto Route 24, Kanto Route 25, and Viridian Forest in Pokémon Blue.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Yellow?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Viridian Forest in Pokémon Yellow.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Gold?
15 spotsMetapod can be found in Azalea Town, Ilex Forest, Johto Route 30, Johto Route 31, Johto Route 34, and Johto Route 35, and 9 other locations in Pokémon Gold.
- •Azalea Town
- •Ilex Forest
- •Johto Route 30
- •Johto Route 31
- •Johto Route 34
- •Johto Route 35
- •Johto Route 36
- •Johto Route 37
- •Johto Route 38
- •Johto Route 39
- •Kanto Route 2 South Towards Viridian City
- •Kanto Route 26
- •Kanto Route 27
- •Lake Of Rage
- •National Park
Metapod in Pokémon Silver
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Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Crystal?
3 spotsMetapod can be found in Ilex Forest, Kanto Route 24, and Kanto Route 25 in Pokémon Crystal.
- •Ilex Forest
- •Kanto Route 24
- •Kanto Route 25
Metapod in Pokémon Ruby
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Metapod in Pokémon Sapphire
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Metapod in Pokémon Emerald
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Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon FireRed?
4 spotsMetapod can be found in Kanto Route 24, Kanto Route 25, Pattern Bush, and Viridian Forest in Pokémon FireRed.
- •Kanto Route 24
- •Kanto Route 25
- •Pattern Bush
- •Viridian Forest
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon LeafGreen?
4 spotsMetapod can be found in Kanto Route 24, Kanto Route 25, Pattern Bush, and Viridian Forest in Pokémon LeafGreen.
- •Kanto Route 24
- •Kanto Route 25
- •Pattern Bush
- •Viridian Forest
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Diamond?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Eterna Forest in Pokémon Diamond.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Pearl?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Eterna Forest in Pokémon Pearl.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Platinum?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Eterna Forest in Pokémon Platinum.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon HeartGold?
8 spotsMetapod can be found in Ilex Forest, Johto Route 30, Johto Route 31, Johto Route 47, Kanto Route 2 North Towards Pewter City, and Kanto Route 2 South Towards Viridian City, and 2 other locations in Pokémon HeartGold.
- •Ilex Forest
- •Johto Route 30
- •Johto Route 31
- •Johto Route 47
- •Kanto Route 2 North Towards Pewter City
- •Kanto Route 2 South Towards Viridian City
- •National Park
- •Viridian Forest
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon SoulSilver?
1 spotMetapod can be found in National Park in Pokémon SoulSilver.
Metapod in Pokémon Black
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Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon White?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Unova Route 12 in Pokémon White.
Metapod in Pokémon Black 2
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Metapod in Pokémon White 2
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Metapod in Pokémon X
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Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Y?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Santalune Forest in Pokémon Y.
Metapod in Pokémon Omega Ruby
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Metapod in Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
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Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Sun?
5 spotsMetapod can be found in Alola Route 1 South, Alola Route 1 West, Alola Route 5, Lush Jungle South, and Melemele Meadow in Pokémon Sun.
- •Alola Route 1 South
- •Alola Route 1 West
- •Alola Route 5
- •Lush Jungle South
- •Melemele Meadow
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Moon?
5 spotsMetapod can be found in Alola Route 1 South, Alola Route 1 West, Alola Route 5, Lush Jungle South, and Melemele Meadow in Pokémon Moon.
- •Alola Route 1 South
- •Alola Route 1 West
- •Alola Route 5
- •Lush Jungle South
- •Melemele Meadow
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Ultra Sun?
5 spotsMetapod can be found in Alola Route 5, Lush Jungle North, Lush Jungle South, Lush Jungle West, and Melemele Meadow in Pokémon Ultra Sun.
- •Alola Route 5
- •Lush Jungle North
- •Lush Jungle South
- •Lush Jungle West
- •Melemele Meadow
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Ultra Moon?
5 spotsMetapod can be found in Alola Route 5, Lush Jungle North, Lush Jungle South, Lush Jungle West, and Melemele Meadow in Pokémon Ultra Moon.
- •Alola Route 5
- •Lush Jungle North
- •Lush Jungle South
- •Lush Jungle West
- •Melemele Meadow
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu!?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Viridian Forest in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu!.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Let's Go, Eevee!?
1 spotMetapod can be found in Viridian Forest in Pokémon Let's Go, Eevee!.
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Sword?
7 spotsMetapod can be found in Bridge Field Max Den H, Bridge Field Max Den I, Dappled Grove Max Den B, Rolling Fields Area 2, Rolling Fields Main, and Rolling Fields Max Den F, and 1 other location in Pokémon Sword.
- •Bridge Field Max Den H
- •Bridge Field Max Den I
- •Dappled Grove Max Den B
- •Rolling Fields Area 2
- •Rolling Fields Main
- •Rolling Fields Max Den F
- •South Lake Miloch Max Den A
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Shield?
7 spotsMetapod can be found in Bridge Field Max Den H, Bridge Field Max Den I, Dappled Grove Max Den B, Rolling Fields Area 2, Rolling Fields Main, and Rolling Fields Max Den F, and 1 other location in Pokémon Shield.
- •Bridge Field Max Den H
- •Bridge Field Max Den I
- •Dappled Grove Max Den B
- •Rolling Fields Area 2
- •Rolling Fields Main
- •Rolling Fields Max Den F
- •South Lake Miloch Max Den A
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Green Japan?
3 spotsMetapod can be found in Kanto Route 24, Kanto Route 25, and Viridian Forest in Pokémon Green Japan.
- •Kanto Route 24
- •Kanto Route 25
- •Viridian Forest
Where can you find Metapod in Pokémon Red Japan?
2 spotsMetapod can be found in Kanto Route 25 and Viridian Forest in Pokémon Red Japan.
- •Kanto Route 25
- •Viridian Forest