In-game spritePokémon HeartGold & SoulSilverJohto · 2009#024 in the Johto dex
Caterpie #0010
Bug
Pokédex entry
Each version has its own entry.
“For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antennae on its head to drive away enemies.”
“Its feet have suction cups designed to stick to any surface. It tenaciously climbs trees to forage.”
Base stats
Base stat total 195
HP
45
Atk
30
Def
35
SpA
20
SpD
20
Spe
45
Total195
Abilities
Caterpie in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Front
Back
Shiny
Shiny backMoves learned by level-up
| Lv. | Move | Type | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | String Shot | Bug | — |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 35 |
| 15 | Bug Bite | Bug | 60 |
Move tutor moves
Type matchups
Weak to
Flying2×Rock2×Fire2×
Resists
Fighting½×Ground½×Grass½×
Evolution line
Where to find Caterpie in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Recorded encounters for each edition. Methods and levels can vary by area or condition; open a place for its exact encounter table and odds.
Pokémon HeartGold
7 placesIlex ForestHeadbutt · Walking in grass · Lv. 3–6 · Conditions applyNational ParkWalking in grass · Lv. 7–36 · Conditions applyRoute 2Walking in grass · Lv. 3–4 · Conditions applyRoute 30Walking in grass · Lv. 3–4 · Conditions applyRoute 31Walking in grass · Lv. 4–5 · Conditions applyUnknown; all bugsWalking in grass · Lv. 10–14Viridian ForestWalking in grass · Lv. 3 · Conditions apply