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Caterpie | Pokémon guide

As a larval Bug-type creature, this emerald-hued Pokémon makes frequent appearances in trainers’ initial squads. While technically classified as a worm, its appearance and rapid growth cycle draw clear parallels to real-world caterpillars.

Core Attributes

EV Yield One HP point
Egg Groups Bug
Catch Rate 255
Gender Ratio Male – 50%
Female – 50%
Hidden Ability Run Away
Abilities Shield Dust
Type Bug
National Pokédex # 0010

Pokemon Caterpie evolution chart

Developmental Stages

This creature undergoes two evolutionary leaps, first transforming at level seven into a protective cocoon form. The final winged metamorphosis occurs when reaching level ten, completing its life cycle within remarkably few growth stages.

Habitat Distribution

Current Generation Availability

Scarlet / Violet Unobtainable

Generation VIII Habitats

Legends: Arceus Unobtainable
Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl Brilliant Diamond: Grand Underground caverns (post-National Dex)
Shining Pearl: Trade
Sword / Shield Route 1 and Max Battles (multiple locations)

Generation VII Habitats

Let’s Go Pikachu / Eevee Route 2 and Viridian Forest
Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon Routes 1/5, specific biomes via SOS
Sun / Moon Multiple routes and meadows

Generation VI Habitats

Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire Trade
X / Y Different forest locations per version

Combat Attributes

  • Health – 45
  • Physical Attack – 30
  • Special Attack – 20
  • Physical Defense – 35
  • Special Defense – 20
  • Initiative – 45

Type Interactions

No Effect
Halved Damage Fighting, Plant, Earth
Enhanced Damage Flame, Aerial, Mineral
Standard Damage 11 other types

Combat Techniques

Technical Machine Moves

Electroweb Electric

Natural Progression Moves

Nine Insect Crunch Bug
One Silk Spray Bug
Start Body Tackle Normal