012 – Butterfree

Pokedex Data

  • National Pokédex Number: 012
  • Type: Bug/Flying
  • Species: Butterfly Pokémon
  • Height: 1.1 meters (3’07”)
  • Weight: 32.0 kilograms (70.5 lbs)
  • Abilities: Compound Eyes, Tinted Lens (Hidden Ability)

About Butterfree Butterfree is the final form of the Caterpie evolutionary line and retains its Bug/Flying typing as the Butterfly Pokémon. This elegant and graceful creature is known for its beautiful wings and gentle nature. Butterfree is a powerful Pokémon with Bug and Flying-type moves that provide it an advantage against Grass, Psychic, and Fighting-type Pokémon. However, it remains susceptible to Electric, Flying, Ice, and Rock-type attacks.

Evolution Butterfree evolves from Metapod starting at level 10. It is the ultimate stage of the Caterpie evolutionary line, showcasing unparalleled beauty and capabilities.

Training and Experience Gain To strengthen Butterfree, focus on battles against Grass, Psychic, and Fighting-type Pokémon, as these encounters grant it an advantage and increased experience points. Engage in battles and defeat wild Pokémon to help Butterfree gain experience and level up efficiently.

Base Stats

  • HP (Hit Points): 60
  • Attack: 45
  • Defense: 50
  • Special Attack: 90
  • Special Defense: 80
  • Speed: 70

Moves Learned by Leveling Up

  • Level 1: Tackle, String Shot
  • Level 1: Confusion
  • Level 1: Gust
  • Level 1: Harden
  • Level 10: Confusion
  • Level 12: Gust
  • Level 16: Supersonic
  • Level 18: Whirlwind
  • Level 22: Psybeam
  • Level 24: Silver Wind
  • Level 28: Safeguard
  • Level 30: Tailwind
  • Level 34: Rage Powder
  • Level 36: Bug Buzz