Weedle
Weedle
Hairy Bug Pokémon
Often found in forests and grasslands. It has a sharp, toxic barb of around two inches on top of its head.
Weedle is No. 0013 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Bug and Poison-type Hairy Bug Pokémon. Often found in forests and grasslands. It has a sharp, toxic barb of around two inches on top of its head. 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.
Weedle first belongs to Generation I. Weedle does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Speed, 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.
Weedle at a glance
- Type
- BUGPOISON
- Weak to
- FIRE2×PSYCHIC2×ROCK2×
- Best base stat
- Speed — 50
- Abilities
- Shield Dust, Run Away (Hidden)
- Next evolution
- Kakuna — Level 7
- Height
- 0.3 m
- Weight
- 3.2 kg
- Generation
- Generation I
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Capture rate
- 255
- Base happiness
- 70
Type effectiveness
Damage taken when Weedle 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
Its poison stinger is very powerful. Its bright-colored body is intended to warn off its enemies.
It attacks using a two-inch poison barb on its head. It can usually be found under the leaves it eats.
Level-up moves
| Level | Move | Type | Power | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poison Sting | POISON | 15 | 100 |
| 1 | String Shot | BUG | — | 95 |