- Contents
- Type defenses
- Base stats
- Pokedex entries
- Evolution chart
- Moves learned
- Sprites
- Locations
- Q&A
Pokedex data
| National № | 014 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug Poison |
| Species | Cocoon Pokémon |
| Height | 2′0″ (0.61m) |
| Weight | 22 lbs (10.0 kg) |
| Abilities | Shed Skin |
| Local № | 014 (R/B/Y, FireRed, LeafGreen) 028 (Gold, Silver, Crystal) 028 (HeartGold, SoulSilver) |
| Japanese | Kokun |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 16 (minimum 4,080 steps) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Defense |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 120 (15.7% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Happiness | 70 (normal) |
| Base EXP | 71 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Kakuna stats
The base stats for Kakuna are shown below left, with the possible range shown on the right for a level 100 Pokemon. Minimum/maximum values are based on hindering/beneficial nature, 0/252 EVs, 0/31 IVs.
| HP | 45 | 200 - 294 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 25 | 49 - 163 | |
| Defense | 50 | 94 - 218 | |
| Sp. Atk | 25 | 49 - 163 | |
| Sp. Def | 25 | 49 - 163 | |
| Speed | 35 | 67 - 185 | |
| Total | 205 |
Pokedex descriptions
| Red Blue |
Almost incapable of moving, this POKéMON can only harden its shell to protect itself from predators. |
|---|---|
| Yellow | Able to move only slightly. When endangered, it may stick out its stinger and poison its enemy. |
| Gold HeartGold |
Although it is a cocoon, it can move a little. It can extend its poison barb if it is attacked. |
| Silver SoulSilver |
From this form, it will grow into an adult. As its body becomes softer, the external shell hardens. |
| Crystal | Nearly incapable of movement, it leans against stout trees while waiting for its evolution. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
KAKUNA remains virtually immobile as it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it is extremely busy as it prepares for its coming evolution. This is evident from how hot the shell becomes to the touch. |
| Emerald | It remains virtually immobile while it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it busily prepares for evolution. This is evident from how hot its shell becomes. |
| FireRed | This POKéMON is in a temporary stage while making its body. It is almost completely unable to move on its own. |
| LeafGreen | Almost incapable of moving, this POKéMON can only harden its shell to protect itself when it is in danger. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum Black White Black 2 White 2 |
While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches. |
Evolution chart
Moves learnt by level up
Other generations: I II III IV V
Pre-evolution moves
Kakuna can learn these moves only when in a pre-evolved state. Check previous pokedex(es) for the levels required.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poison Sting | Poison | Physical | 15 | 100 |
| String Shot | Bug | Status | - | 95 |
| Bug Bite | Bug | Physical | 60 | 100 |
Egg moves
Kakuna does not learn any egg moves.
Other generations: II III IV V
Move Tutor moves
Kakuna can be taught these attacks from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Defense | Steel | Status | - | - |
| Bug Bite | Bug | Physical | 60 | 100 |
| Electroweb | Electric | Special | 55 | 95 |
Kakuna can be taught these attacks from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| String Shot | Bug | Status | - | 95 |
| Iron Defense | Steel | Status | - | - |
| Bug Bite | Bug | Physical | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by HM
Kakuna does not learn any HM moves.
Other generations: I II III IV V
Moves learnt by TM
Kakuna does not learn any TM moves.
Kakuna sprites
NORMAL
Black/White
SHINY
Black/White
NORMAL
HG/SS
SHINY
HG/SS
Black/White
SHINYBlack/White
NORMALHG/SS
SHINYHG/SS
Where to find Kakuna
| Red Blue |
Route 24, 25, Viridian Forest |
|---|---|
| Gold Silver |
Route 2, 26, 27, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, Azalea Town, Ilex Forest, Lake of Rage, National Park |
| Crystal | Route 45, 46, Ilex Forest |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Route 24, 25, Pattern Bush, Viridian Forest |
| Pearl Diamond |
Eterna Forest |
| Platinum | Eterna Forest |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Route 2, 30, 31, 47, Ilex Forest, National Park, Viridian Forest |
| White Black |
Route 12 |
Pokeathlon stats
| Speed | ★ ★ ★ |
|---|---|
| Power | ★ ★ ★ |
| Skill | ★ |
| Stamina | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ |
| Jump | ★ ★ ★ |
★ Minimum ★ Base stat ★ Maximum
Answers to Kakuna questions
We don't have any Kakuna questions yet! View other questions on PokeBase »
Use this sprite
Copy the code below to display this sprite on your web page, blog or forum signature.
Tip: Click box to select all text, press Ctrl+C to copy, then Ctrl+V to paste in desired location. Please copy the code exactly as shown: this is a free service so we really appreciate the link back. Thanks!