Kakuna
Cocoon Pokémon |
コクーン
Cocoon |
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External Links
- On Smogon Pokédex:
- Generation I
- Generation II
- Generation III
- Generation IV
- Generation V
- Generation VI
- Generation VII
- Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives
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Kakuna (Japanese: コクーン Cocoon) is a dual-type Bug/Poison Pokémon introduced in Generation I.
It evolves from Weedle starting at level 7 and evolves into Beedrill starting at level 10.
Biology
Kakuna is a yellow, cocoon-like Pokémon. Kakuna has a dome-shaped head and black, triangular eyes with glowing white pupils. It has two scythe-like arms in the middle of its body. When it comes close to evolving, its body gives off heat that makes it warm to the touch. Kakuna remains virtually immobile and waits for evolution often hanging from tree branches by long strands of silk. When attacked, however, it can extend its poison barbs. Kakuna nests in temperate forests and misty wooded areas. Occasionally, it will also nest at the mouth of tunnels and caves, as seen in Pokémon Snap.
In the anime
Main series
Kakuna's original evolution method in the anime
Major appearances
In Challenge of the Samurai, when Ash's Metapod was captured by Beedrill, it was kept near a hive of Kakuna. The Kakuna then evolved into Beedrill in defense of their hive.
Minor appearances
A Kakuna appeared in A Chansey Operation.
Multiple Kakuna appeared in Showdown at the Po-ké Corral.
In Pikachu's Vacation, a Kakuna was at the Pokémon Theme Park.
In Illusion Confusion!, a Kakuna was one of the illusions composed by a group of Haunter and Gengar.
In Mewtwo Returns, multiple Kakuna were hanging near Purity River.
In Gettin' The Bugs Out, multiple Kakuna were living at the Azalea Gym. They assisted in apprehending Team Rocket so they couldn't escape.
Multiple Kakuna appeared in A Poached Ego!.
A Kakuna appeared in All in a Day's Wurmple.
A Kakuna appeared in The Green Guardian.
Multiple Kakuna appeared in Cutting the Ties that Bind!.
In The Grass-Type Is Always Greener!, multiple Kakuna evolved into a swarm of Beedrill.
In All Dressed Up With Somewhere To Go!, a Kakuna dressed up as a Crawdaunt as part of the Pokémon Dress-Up Contest.
In Danger, Sweet as Honey!, multiple Kakuna evolved into a swarm of Beedrill on Honey Island.
Four Kakuna appeared in I Choose You!.
Two Kakuna appeared in a flashback in Enter Pikachu!.
Two Kakuna appeared in a video hologram in Legend? Go! Friends? Go!.
Multiple Kakuna appeared in Working My Way Back to Mew!, where Goh caught one. Goh's then made further appearances in Pokémon Journeys: The Series.
Pokédex entries
| Entry |
| EP004 |
Kakuna |
Ash's Pokédex |
Kakuna, a transitional stage between Weedle and Beedrill. Kakunas remain inactive until they evolve into deadly Beedrills and hatch. |
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Pokémon Origins
In File 1: Red, a Kakuna was one of the Pokémon seen in Professor Oak's introduction.
In the manga
Kakuna in
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
Kakuna in
Pokémon Adventures
Magical Pokémon Journey
A Kakuna appeared in How Do You Do, Pikachu?.
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
Two Kakuna appeared in JNM01.
Goh caught a Kakuna in JNM03, just like he does in the anime.
Pokémon Adventures
Red, Green & Blue chapter
Kakuna debuted in a cameo in Bulbasaur, Come Home! as one of the Pokémon that escapes from Professor Oak's Laboratory.
Gold, Silver & Crystal chapter
In Murkrow Row, a Kakuna appeared as one of the Pokémon in Gold's house, also known as the House of Pokémon.
Bugsy uses two Kakuna on his team, one of which first appeared in Ursaring Major. It, a Metapod, and Bugsy visited the Azalea Town's well where Team Rocket had been.
Crystal caught a Kakuna on her way to Professor Elm's Lab in Three Cheers for Chikorita.
A Kakuna appeared in The Last Battle XIII as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest.
Platinum chapter
In Softening Up Kakuna, a Kakuna was used by a Trainer that was challenging the Battle Factory.
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys
Bugsy has a Kakuna that was first seen in Let's Aim For The Goal.
Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All
A Kakuna appeared in a background collage in Catch the Poliwag!.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
A Kakuna appeared in Catch That Pokémon Thief!!.
A Kakuna appeared in The Hardest Bug Pokémon Wins?!, under the ownership of Bugsy.
Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire
A Kakuna appeared in I Won't Let You Lead!!.
In the TCG
- Main article: Kakuna (TCG)
Game data
Pokédex entries
| Generation I |
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Kanto
#014 |
| Red |
Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can only harden its shell to protect itself from predators. |
| Blue |
| Yellow |
Able to move only slightly. When endangered, it may stick out its stinger and poison its enemy. |
| Stadium |
Because it is virtually motionless, it may appear dead. Inside, however, a new body is being made. |
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| Generation II |
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Johto
#028 |
| 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 softer, the external shell hardens. |
| Crystal |
Nearly incapable of movement, it leans against stout trees while waiting for its evolution. |
| Stadium 2 |
Although it is a cocoon, it can move a little. It can extend its poison barb if it is attacked. |
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| Generation III |
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Hoenn
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Kanto
#014 |
| 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 |
| 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. |
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| Generation IV |
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Sinnoh
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Johto
#028 |
| Diamond |
While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches. |
| Pearl |
| Platinum |
| 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. |
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| Generation V |
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Unova
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| Black |
While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches. |
| White |
| Black 2 |
While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches. |
| White 2 |
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| Generation VI |
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Kalos
Central #027 |
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Hoenn
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| 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 |
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| Generation VII |
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Alola
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Kanto
#014 |
| This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon. |
| Let's Go Pikachu |
Able to move only slightly. When endangered, it may stick out its stinger and poison its enemy. |
| Let's Go Eevee |
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Galar
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| This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VIII. |
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Game locations
| Generation I |
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| Red |
| Routes 24 and 25, Viridian Forest |
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| Blue |
| Route 25, Viridian Forest |
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| Route 25, Viridian Forest |
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| Gold |
| National Park (Bug-Catching Contest)TuThSa |
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| Silver |
Routes 2, 30, and 31, National Park and Ilex ForestMorningDay
National Park (Bug-Catching Contest)TuThSa
Routes 26, 27, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, and 39, Azalea Town, Ilex Forest, Lake of Rage (Headbutt trees) |
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| Crystal |
Ilex ForestMorningDay
National Park (Bug-Catching Contest)TuThSa
Ilex Forest (Headbutt trees) |
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| Generation III |
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Sapphire |
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| FireRed |
LeafGreen |
| Routes 24 and 25, Viridian Forest, Pattern Bush |
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| Colosseum |
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| Generation IV |
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Pearl |
| Eterna Forest (LeafGreen) |
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| Platinum |
| Eterna Forest (LeafGreen) |
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| HeartGold |
| National Park (Bug-Catching Contest)TuThSa |
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| SoulSilver |
Routes 2, 30, and 31, Ilex Forest, National Park, Viridian ForestMorningDay
National Park (Bug-Catching Contest)TuThSa
Route 47, Ilex Forest (Headbutt trees) |
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| Generation V |
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| X |
| Santalune Forest, Friend Safari (Poison) |
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| Omega Ruby |
Alpha Sapphire |
| Safari Zone (hidden Pokémon*) |
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| Generation VII |
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Moon |
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Ultra Moon |
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| Let's Go Pikachu |
Let's Go Eevee |
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In side games
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| Generation II |
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| This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation II side games. |
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| Generation III |
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| Trozei! |
| Secret Storage 5, Secret Storage 15 Endless Level 14, Mr. Who's Den |
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MD Blue |
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| MD Time |
MD Darkness |
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| Rumble |
| Silent Forest (Normal Mode B & A) |
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| Generation V |
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| Rumble Blast |
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| PokéPark 2 |
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| Rumble U |
| Model Train Room: All Aboard!, Chill Battle: The Forest of Memories |
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| Generation VI |
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| Battle Trozei |
| Blade-and-Shield Path: Stage 2 |
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| Shuffle |
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| Rumble World |
| Dewdrop Bay: Castle Farm (All Areas) |
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| Generation VII |
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| Rumble Rush |
| Charizard Sea2019, Mewtwo Sea, Bulbasaur Sea, Charizard SeaFinal, Mewtwo SeaFinal |
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| Masters EX |
| Evolve Scottie/Bettie's Weedle |
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Held items
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Berry (100%) |
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Stats
Base stats
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At Lv. 100 |
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HP:
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105 - 152 |
200 - 294 |
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Attack:
25
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27 - 84 |
49 - 163 |
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Defense:
50
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49 - 112 |
94 - 218 |
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Sp. Atk:
25
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27 - 84 |
49 - 163 |
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Sp. Def:
25
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27 - 84 |
49 - 163 |
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Speed:
35
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36 - 95 |
67 - 185 |
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205
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Other Pokémon with this total |
- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
- This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 25.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
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- In Generation I, the effectiveness of Bug-type moves is 2×.
- In Generation I, the effectiveness of Poison-type moves is 1×.
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Learnset
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This Pokémon is unavailable within Generation VIII.
Click on the generation numbers above to see Kakuna's learnsets from other generations. |
TCG-only moves
| Move |
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| PoisonPowder |
Kakuna (Base Set 33)
Kakuna (Skyridge 70) |
| Rollout |
Kakuna (Vending S1)
Kakuna (EX Delta Species 46) |
| Headbutt |
Kakuna (EX FireRed & LeafGreen 36) |
Side game data
Evolution
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Level 7
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Kakuna
Bug Poison |
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Level 10
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Sprites
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For other sprites and images, please see
Kakuna images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
Trivia
Kakuna's arms extended in
Ken Sugimori artwork
- Kakuna shares its category with Metapod, Silcoon, and Cascoon. They are all known as the Cocoon Pokémon.
- They also share the same base stat total, move learnset, Ability, and EV yield.
- This ties them as the evolved Pokémon with the lowest base stat total.
- Kakuna has the lowest base Attack stat of all Poison-type Pokémon.
- In the Pokémon Red and Blue beta, "Kokoon" was the prototype English name for Kakuna. This is the same as its romanized Japanese name.
- The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have so far only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and a Pocket Monsters Bandai card.
Origin
Kakuna appears to be based on the pupal stage of a bee or wasp. Its tendency to dangle from a thread (as seen in the anime and some spin-off games) may also be based on certain parasitoid wasps whose larvae construct hanging cocoons.
Name origin
Kakuna may be a corruption of cocoon.
Cocoon is literally cocoon.
In other languages
| Language |
Title |
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 Japanese |
コクーン Cocoon |
From コクーン kokūn |
 French |
Coconfort |
From cocon, confort and fort |
 Spanish |
Kakuna |
Same as English name |
 German |
Kokuna |
From Kokon |
 Italian |
Kakuna |
Same as English name |
 Korean |
딱충이 Ttakchungi |
From 딱딱하다 ttakttakhada, 충 chung and 이 i |
 Cantonese Chinese |
鐵殼蛹 Tithokyúng |
From 鐵 tit, 殼 hok, and 蛹 yúng |
 Mandarin Chinese |
鐵殼蛹 / 铁壳蛹 Tiěkéyǒng
鐵殼昆 / 铁壳昆 Tiěkékūn * |
From 鐵 / 铁 tiě, 殼 / 壳 ké, and 蛹 yǒng
From 鐵 / 铁 tiě, 殼 / 壳 ké, and 昆蟲 kūnchóng. 殼蛹 / 壳蛹 kékūn sounds like cocoon |
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 Danish |
Puppe * |
Literally Cocoon |
 Hebrew |
קאקונה Kakuna |
Transcription of English name |
 Hindi |
ककूना Kakuna |
Transcription of English name |
 Lithuanian |
Kakuna |
Same as English |
 Russian |
Какуна Kakuna |
Transcription of English name |
 Thai |
โคคูน Khokhun |
Transcription of Japanese name |
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