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Caterpie in Pokémon X & Y

#23 in the X and Y Pokédex • Worm Pokémon

Caterpie in the National Pokédex
Caterpie sprite

Normal

Shiny Caterpie sprite

Shiny

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Pokédex entries

Pokémon X

For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antennae on its head to drive away enemies.

Pokémon Y

Its feet have suction cups designed to stick to any surface. It tenaciously climbs trees to forage.

Pokémon details

Type

Bug

Category

Worm Pokémon

Abilities

Shield DustRun Away(Hidden Ability)

Height

0.3 m (1'00")

Weight

2.9 kg (6.4 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0010

Pokédex

#23

Caterpie in Other Games

National Dex page
Red & BlueYellowGold & SilverCrystalRuby & SapphireFireRed & LeafGreenEmeraldDiamond & PearlPlatinumHeartGold & SoulSilverBlack & WhiteBlack 2 & White 2Omega Ruby & Alpha SapphirePokémon GOSun & MoonUltra Sun & Ultra MoonLet's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!Sword & ShieldBrilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

45

200

294

Attack

30

58

174

Defense

35

67

185

Sp. Atk

20

40

152

Sp. Def

20

40

152

Speed

45

85

207

Total

195

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.

Type-only matchups for Caterpie, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Weak to

Fire

2×

Flying

2×

Rock

2×

Resists

Grass

0.5×

Fighting

0.5×

Ground

0.5×

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Central Kalos #23
EV yield
1 HP
Catch rate
255
Base Exp.
39

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Bug
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
15

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Caterpie

Caterpie

#23

Level 7

Metapod

Metapod

#24

Metapod

Metapod

#24

Level 10

Butterfree

Butterfree

#25

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
X
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Santalune Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave210%

-

Y
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 2

Road 2

Walking in tall grass or a cave310%

-

Route 2

Road 2

Walking in tall grass or a cave41%

-

Santalune Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave210%

-

Santalune Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave310%

-

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
StartTackle

A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body.

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StartString Shot

The opposing Pokémon are bound with silk blown from the user’s mouth that harshly lowers the Speed stat.

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15Bug Bite

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

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These require the labeled trade, transfer or breeding route. Generation III/IV imports must first reach Generation V; Virtual Console Pokémon cannot be imported into X/Y. Kyurem must be unfused for transfer. Individual options do not certify every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition source
Electroweb

The user attacks and captures opposing Pokémon using an electric net. This lowers their Speed stat.

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Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Electroweb

The user attacks and captures opposing Pokémon using an electric net. This lowers their Speed stat.

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Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Snore

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

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Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snore

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

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Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Shield Dust

Ability Slot 1

Blocks the additional effects of attacks taken.

Protects against incoming moves' extra effects.

Run Away(Hidden Ability)

Enables a sure getaway from wild Pokémon.

Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.

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