kakuna

Kakuna is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Type: Bug / Poison

Abilities:

• Shed Skin: May heal its own status conditions by shedding its skin
• Hidden Ability - None: Kakuna does not have a hidden ability

Physical Characteristics:

• Kakuna is a yellow, cocoon-like Pokémon
• It has a segmented, hard shell that protects its developing body
• Its eyes appear to be narrow and focused, giving it an intense gaze
• The shell bears a resemblance to a chrysalis, preparing for its next evolutionary stage

Behavior and Habitat:

• Kakuna is typically found hanging from tree branches in forests
• It remains motionless to conserve energy for evolution
• Prefers quiet, sheltered areas and is often found in large clusters with others of its kind
• During this stage, it is virtually defenseless and relies on its hard shell for protection

In Battle:

• Known for being highly defensive with limited offensive capabilities
• Primarily uses Harden to increase its Defense stat
• Weak against Fire, Flying, Psychic, and Rock types
• Strong against Grass, Fighting, and Poison types

Evolution:

• Evolves from Weedle starting at level 7
• Evolves into Beedrill starting at level 10

Interesting Facts:

• Kakuna's evolution into Beedrill is one of the fastest among Pokémon, occurring just three levels after it evolves from Weedle
• Despite its immobility, its intense stare is often depicted as intimidating in various media
• While it seems inactive, Kakuna is undergoing significant transformation internally, preparing for its evolution into a more active and aggressive form
• Kakuna's design is inspired by real-world pupae, showcasing the middle stage of an insect's life cycle

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Red: Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can onlyharden its shell to protect itself from predators.
• Blue: Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can onlyharden its shell to protect itself from predators.
• Yellow: Able to move only slightly. When endangered, itmay stick out its stinger and poison its enemy.
• Gold: Although it is a cocoon, it can move a little. Itcan extend its poison barb if it is attacked.
• Silver: From this form, it will grow into an adult. As itsbody becomes soft­ er, the external shell hardens.
• Crystal: Nearly incapable of movement, it leans againststout trees while waiting for its evolution.
• Ruby: KAKUNA remains virtually immobile as it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it is extremely busy as itprepares for its coming evolution. This is evident from how hot the shell becomes to the touch.
• Sapphire: KAKUNA remains virtually immobile as it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it is extremely busy as itprepares for its coming evolution. This is evident from how hot the shell becomes to the touch.
• Emerald: It remains virtually immobile while it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it busily prepares for evolution. This is evident from how hot its shell becomes.
• Firered: This Pokémon is in a temporary stage while making its body. It is almost completely unable to move on its own.
• Leafgreen: Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can only harden its shell to protect itself when it is in danger.
• Diamond: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• Pearl: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• Platinum: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• Heartgold: Although it is a cocoon, it can move a little. It can extend its poison barb if it is attacked.
• Soulsilver: From this form, it will grow into an adult. As its body becomes softer, the external shell hardens.
• Black: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• White: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• Black-2: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• White-2: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• X: Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can only harden its shell to protect itself when it is in danger.
• Y: While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
• Omega-Ruby: Kakuna remains virtually immobile as it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it is extremely busy as it prepares for its coming evolution. This is evident from how hot the shell becomes to the touch.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Kakuna remains virtually immobile as it clings to a tree. However, on the inside, it is extremely busy as it prepares for its coming evolution. This is evident from how hot the shell becomes to the touch.
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: Able to move only slightly. When endangered, it may stick out its stinger and poison its enemy.
• Lets-Go-Eevee: Able to move only slightly. When endangered, it may stick out its stinger and poison its enemy.