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Metapod, the Cocoon Pokémon — Bug-type Pokémon official artwork
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Metapod
ID:#11Cocoon Pokémon
Height
0.7m
Weight
9.9kg
Catch Rate
120
Exp
72

Metapod Pokémon Blue: Moves, Sprites & Locations

Everything you need to know about Metapod in Pokémon Blue. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, the complete moveset grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor), and every wild encounter location with levels, conditions, and catch rates.

Pokémon Blue
Kanto

Metapod Pokemon Blue Pokedex Entry

Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.

Pokemon Blue Metapod Sprites

Metapod front-facing sprite from Pokémon BluePrimary
Metapod back-facing sprite from Pokémon BlueReverse

Pokémon Blue Metapod Moveset

Complete registry of moves learned by Metapod via various methods in Pokémon Blue.

MoveTypeRequirement
HardennormalLv. 1

End of Move Database

Pokémon Blue Metapod Locations

Metapod can be caught in 3 locations across Pokémon Blue, including Kanto Route 24 Area, Kanto Route 25 Area, and Viridian Forest Area. The most reliable spawn is at Viridian Forest Area, where you'll find it at Lv. 5 by walking through tall grass with a 20% encounter rate.

Kanto Route 24 Area

1 encounter
  • walk
    Lv. 8
    20%Frequent

Kanto Route 25 Area

1 encounter
  • walk
    Lv. 9
    20%Frequent

Viridian Forest Area

3 encounters
  • walk
    Lv. 5
    20%Frequent
  • walk
    Lv. 4
    10%Uncommon
  • walk
    Lv. 6
    10%Uncommon