Caterpie
Caterpie
Worm Pokémon
For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antenna on its head to drive away enemies.
Caterpie is No. 0010 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Bug-type Worm Pokémon. For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antenna on its head to drive away enemies. This page brings together its key game data, including typing, abilities, base stats, evolution details, forms, Pokédex entries and moves, so it can be used as a quick reference before building out a deeper guide.
Caterpie first belongs to Generation I. Caterpie does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Hp, which helps show where it naturally fits when comparing Pokémon by role. Its abilities can include Shield Dust and Run Away, giving players useful options when comparing forms, movesets and team roles. The sections below are generated from the local Pokémon database and can be expanded later with matchup advice, best games to use it in, notable appearances and more detailed strategy notes.
Caterpie at a glance
- Type
- BUG
- Weak to
- FIRE2×ROCK2×
- Best base stat
- Hp — 45
- Abilities
- Shield Dust, Run Away (Hidden)
- Next evolution
- Metapod — Level 7
- Height
- 0.3 m
- Weight
- 2.9 kg
- Generation
- Generation I
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Capture rate
- 255
- Base happiness
- 70
Type effectiveness
Damage taken when Caterpie is hit by each type:
Weak to
Resists
Based on Bug typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.
Evolution family
Pokémon Gold and Silver
Pokédex entries
For protection, it releases a horri ble stench from the antenna on its head to drive away enemies.
Its feet have suction cups designed to stick to any surface. It tenaciously climbs trees to forage.
Level-up moves
| Level | Move | Type | Power | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | String Shot | BUG | — | 95 |
| 1 | Tackle | NORMAL | 40 | 100 |