Metapod
#11 in the FireRed and LeafGreen Pokédex • Cocoon Pokémon
Metapod
#11 in the FireRed and LeafGreen Pokédex • Cocoon Pokémon
Stats
Min
Max
HP
50
210
304
Attack
20
40
152
Defense
55
103
229
Sp. Atk
25
49
163
Sp. Def
25
49
163
Speed
30
58
174
Total
205
Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.
Growth
| EV yield | 2 Def |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 120 |
| Base Exp. | 72 |
Eggs
| Egg Groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,840 steps) |
Lore

FireRed
Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.

LeafGreen
This Pokémon is vulnerable to attack while its shell is soft, exposing its weak and tender body.
Evolution
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Caterpie #10 | Level 7 | ![]() Metapod #11 |
![]() Metapod #11 | Level 10 | ![]() Butterfree #12 |
Encounters
| Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Route 24 Road 24 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 8 | 1% | - |
Route 25 Road 25 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 9 | 1% | - |
Viridian Forest | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 5 | 5% | - |
Pattern Bush | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 9 | 5% | - |
| Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Route 24 Road 24 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 8 | 4% | - |
Route 25 Road 25 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 9 | 4% | - |
Viridian Forest | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 5 | 5% | - |
Viridian Forest | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 4 | 4% | - |
Viridian Forest | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 6 | 1% | - |
Pattern Bush | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 9 | 5% | - |
Traits
Shed Skin
Heals the body by shedding.
Has a 33% chance of curing any major status ailment after each turn.








































Status