Caterpie Pokémon Y: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Caterpie in Pokémon Y. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, the complete moveset of 3 moves grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor), and every wild encounter location with levels, conditions, and catch rates.
Pokémon Y
KalosCaterpie Pokemon Y Pokedex Entry
Its short feet are tipped with suction pads that enable it to tirelessly climb slopes and walls.
Pokemon Y Caterpie Sprites
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Shiny ReversePokémon Y Caterpie Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Caterpie via various methods in Pokémon Y.
| Move | Type | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Tackle | normal | Lv. 1 |
| String Shot | bug | Lv. 1 |
| Bug Bite | bug | Lv. 15 |
End of Move Database
Pokémon Y Caterpie Locations
Caterpie can be caught in 2 locations across Pokémon Y, including Kalos Route 2 Area and Santalune Forest Area. The most reliable spawn is at Santalune Forest Area, where you'll find it at Lv. 3 by walking through tall grass with a 10% encounter rate.
Kalos Route 2 Area
2 encounters- walkLv. 310%Uncommon
- walkLv. 41%Very Rare
Santalune Forest Area
2 encounters- walkLv. 210%Uncommon
- walkLv. 310%Uncommon