Caterpie

🎯 Best Counters Against Caterpie

Top Pokémon to use when battling Caterpie in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

📖 Complete Caterpie Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Caterpie (#010) is a Bug-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 500 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Caterpie has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Caterpie in 2026.

📊 Caterpie Stats Analysis

Caterpie's Attack stat is 55 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Caterpie may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 55 Defense (Below Average) and 128 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 238. Trainers should be mindful of Caterpie's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Caterpie's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Caterpie Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Caterpie depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bug Bite (Fast) with Struggle (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Caterpie has 2 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Caterpie PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Caterpie can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Bug typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Ground, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Rock types.

Master League

In Master League, Caterpie faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Caterpie Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Caterpie's effectiveness depends on its typing and 55 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Caterpie use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Caterpie in Pokémon GO

Caterpie can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Caterpie Evolution Guide

Caterpie is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Caterpie (#010) ← current
• Metapod (#011) — 12 Candy
• Butterfree (#012) — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Caterpie in Pokémon GO

Shiny Caterpie is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Caterpie gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (274 - 312 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Caterpie

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Updated June 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.