Metapod Pokémon Moon: Moves, Sprites & Locations
Everything you need to know about Metapod in Pokémon Moon. On this page you'll find its Pokédex entry straight from the game, all sprite variants including shiny forms, the complete moveset of 2 moves grouped by learning method (level-up, TM/HM, egg, tutor), and every wild encounter location with levels, conditions, and catch rates.
Pokémon Moon
AlolaMetapod Pokemon Moon Pokedex Entry
Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.
Pokemon Moon Metapod Sprites
Primary
Reverse
Shiny
Shiny ReversePokémon Moon Metapod Moveset
Complete registry of moves learned by Metapod via various methods in Pokémon Moon.
| Move | Type | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Harden | normal | — |
| Harden | normal | Lv. 1 |
End of Move Database
Pokémon Moon Metapod Locations
Metapod can be caught in 5 locations across Pokémon Moon, including Alola Route 1 South, Alola Route 1 West, and Lush Jungle South. The most reliable spawn is at Lush Jungle South, where you'll find it between Lv. 18 and 21 by walking through tall grass with a 10% encounter rate.
Alola Route 1 South
1 encounter- walkLv. 10-1310%Uncommon
Alola Route 1 West
1 encounter- walkLv. 3-510%Uncommon
Alola Route 5 Area
1 encounter- walkLv. 13-169%Rare
Lush Jungle South
1 encounter- walkLv. 18-2110%Uncommon
Melemele Meadow Area
1 encounter- walkLv. 9-129%Rare