Metapod
#11 in the Yellow Pokédex • Cocoon Pokémon
Metapod
#11 in the Yellow Pokédex • Cocoon Pokémon
Stats
Min
Max
HP
50
210
304
Attack
20
40
152
Defense
55
103
229
Special
25
49
163
Speed
30
58
174
Total
180
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.

Normal
Metapod
Cocoon Pokémon

Height
Weight
Growth
| Pokédexes | Kanto #11 |
|---|---|
| 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

Pokémon Yellow
Hardens its shell to protect itself. However, a large impact may cause it to pop out of its shell.
Evolution
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Caterpie #10 | Level 7 | ![]() Metapod #11 |
![]() Metapod #11 | Level 10 | ![]() Butterfree #12 |
Encounters
| Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Viridian Forest | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 4 | 20% | - |
Viridian Forest | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 6 | 5% | - |






































Status