Kakuna
Kakuna
Cocoon Pokémon
Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can only harden its shell to protect itself when it is in danger.
Kakuna is No. 0014 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Bug and Poison-type Cocoon Pokémon. Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can only harden its shell to protect itself when it is in danger. 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.
Kakuna first belongs to Generation I. Kakuna does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Defense, which helps show where it naturally fits when comparing Pokémon by role. Its abilities can include Shed Skin, 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.
Kakuna at a glance
- Type
- BUGPOISON
- Weak to
- FIRE2×PSYCHIC2×ROCK2×
- Best base stat
- Defense — 50
- Abilities
- Shed Skin
- Next evolution
- Beedrill — Level 10
- Height
- 0.6 m
- Weight
- 10.0 kg
- Generation
- Generation I
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Capture rate
- 120
- Base happiness
- 70
Type effectiveness
Damage taken when Kakuna is hit by each type:
Weak to
Resists
Strongly resists
Based on Bug / Poison typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.
Pokémon Gold and Silver
Pokédex entries
Although it is a cocoon, it can move a little. It can extend its poison barb if it is attacked.
From this form, it will grow into an adult. As its body becomes soft er, the external shell hardens.
Level-up moves
| Level | Move | Type | Power | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harden | NORMAL | — | — |