- Contents
- Type defenses
- Base stats
- Pokedex entries
- Evolution chart
- Moves learned
- Sprites
- Locations
- Q&A
Pokedex data
| National № | 266 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug |
| Species | Cocoon Pokémon |
| Height | 2′0″ (0.61m) |
| Weight | 22 lbs (10.0 kg) |
| Abilities |
Shed Skin
|
| Local № | 015 (Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald) 049 (Diamond, Pearl, Platinum) |
| Japanese | Karasarisu |
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 | 72 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Silcoon stats
The base stats for Silcoon 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 for said stat, 0/252 EVs, 0/31 IVs.
| HP | 50 | 210 - 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 35 | 67 - 185 | |
| Defense | 55 | 103 - 229 | |
| Sp. Atk | 25 | 49 - 163 | |
| Sp. Def | 25 | 49 - 163 | |
| Speed | 15 | 31 - 141 | |
| Total | 205 |
Pokedex descriptions
| Ruby | SILCOON tethers itself to a tree branch using silk to keep from falling. There, this POKéMON hangs quietly while it awaits evolution. It peers out of the silk cocoon through a small hole. |
|---|---|
| Sapphire | SILCOON was thought to endure hunger and not consume anything before its evolution. However, it is now thought that this POKéMON slakes its thirst by drinking rainwater that collects on its silk. |
| Emerald | It prepares for evolution using the energy it stored while it was a WURMPLE. It keeps watch over the surroundings with its two eyes. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
It conserves its energy by moving as little as possible. It awaits evolution while drinking only a little rainwater. |
| Diamond | It anchors itself by wrapping twigs with the silk from its body. It motionlessly awaits evolution. |
| Pearl | It drinks dew that collects on its silk and waits for evolution. Its hard cocoon repels attacks. |
| Platinum Black White |
It wraps silk around the branches of a tree. It drinks rainwater on its silk while awaiting evolution. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Having wrapped silk around the branches of a tree, it quiescently awaits evolution. |
Evolution chart
#265
Wurmple
Bug (Level 7, random
based on personality)
↗
#266
Silcoon
Bug →
(Level 10)
#267
Beautifly
Bug · Flying
↘
(Level 7, random
based on personality)
#268
Cascoon
Bug →
(Level 10)
#269
Dustox
Bug · Poison
Moves learnt by level up
Silcoon learns the following moves at the levels specified:
| Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harden | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 7 | Harden | Normal | Status | - | - |
Pre-evolution moves
Silcoon can learn these moves only when in a pre-evolved state. Check previous pokedex(es) for the levels required.
| Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| String Shot | Bug | Status | - | 95 |
| Tackle | Normal | Physical | 50 | 100 |
| Poison Sting | Poison | Physical | 15 | 100 |
| Bug Bite | Bug | Physical | 60 | 100 |
Egg moves
Silcoon does not learn any egg moves.
Move Tutor moves
Silcoon can be taught these attacks from move tutors (details):
| Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | Bug | Physical | 60 | 100 |
| Iron Defense | Steel | Status | - | - |
| String Shot | Bug | Status | - | 95 |
Silcoon can be taught these attacks from move tutors (details):
| Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Defense | Steel | Status | - | - |
Moves learnt by HM
Silcoon does not learn any HM moves.
Moves learnt by TM
Silcoon does not learn any TM moves.
Silcoon sprites
NORMAL
Black/White
SHINY
Black/White
NORMAL
HG/SS
SHINY
HG/SS
Black/White
SHINYBlack/White
NORMALHG/SS
SHINYHG/SS
Where to find Silcoon
| Ruby Sapphire |
Petalburg Woods |
|---|---|
| Emerald | Petalburg Woods |
| Diamond Pearl |
Route 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 218, 221, 222, Eterna Forest, Floaroma Meadow, Fuego Ironworks, Valley Windworks |
| Platinum | Route 205, Eterna Forest |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
National Park |
Pokeathlon stats
| Speed | ★★★ | 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ★★★ | 3 |
| Skill | ★★★ | 3 |
| Stamina | ★★★★ | 4 |
| Jump | ★★ | 2 |
| Total | 15 |
Answers to Silcoon questions