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At the core of the multi-billion dollar ''Pokémon'' media franchise of various electronic games, ongoing anime, several manga series, collectible cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri are 493 distinctive fictional species classified as the titular Pokémon. These creatures and entities reside throughout the various regions of the fictional Pokémon world and can be caught by humans designated as Pokémon Trainers, and Trainers use Pokémon for a variety of purposes, such as being pets and loyal companions and/or being pitted against other trained Pokémon in competitive Pokémon battles. Pokémon are potentially powerful and magical creatures that can employ a variety of talents such as generating fire or heat, martial arts, telekinesis, and so on, and through age and experience many species undergo a metamorphosis and transform into a similar but stronger specie in a process referred to as Pokémon evolution.
This is a selected listing of twenty of the Pokémon species, arranged as they are in the main game series' National Pokédex.

Contents

Bulbasaur

Ivysaur

Venusaur

Charmander

Charmeleon

Charizard

Squirtle

Wartortle

Blastoise

Caterpie

Metapod

Butterfree

Weedle

Kakuna

Beedrill

Pidgey

Pidgeotto

Pidgeot

Rattata

Raticate

Notes and references

External links

Bulbasaur

are small, squat, vaguely reptilian Pokémon that move on all four legs, and have light blue-green bodies with darker blue-green spots. Bulbasaur debuted in 1996 in the first ever ''Pokémon'' video game, ''Pocket Monsters'', as one of three starter Pokémon the player receives at the beginning of the game. The Pokédex states that the seed on a Bulbasaur's back is planted at birth. This seed then sprouts and grows larger as the Bulbasaur grows. The bulb is said to absorb sunlight, which Bulbasaur need in order to grow; for this reason, Bulbasaur enjoy soaking up the sun's rays. In the Pokémon universe, they are known to survive for days without eating because the sun provides food, like a plant.
In the anime, Ash Ketchum’s Bulbasaur has remained with him longer than any of his other Pokémon with the exception of his Pikachu, the first Pokémon on his team, and was portrayed as brave but very stubborn. Before joining his team, it lived with a girl named Melanie, who took care of abandoned Pokémon. Another featured Bulbasaur is the fourth Pokémon caught by May during her Hoenn adventures. While traveling in the Forbidden Forest (a Grass Pokémon reserve), she finds it trying to pick flowers.

Ivysaur

is a larger and stronger form that Bulbasaur takes when it gains enough experience. In the main Pokémon game series, an Ivysaur is only acquired when a Bulbasaur grows past experience level 16 and is evolved into an Ivysaur. In the Ivysaur stage of development, the bulb on the Pokémon's back has begun to blossom into a flower, which gains enough weight that the creature underneath loses the ability to stand on its hind legs.^[1] In a reversal of the bulb’s function from the Bulbasaur stage, the bud appears to draw energy ''from'' the Ivysaur, as well as photosynthesizing.^[2]
Ivysaur will be a playable character in Super Smash Bros. Brawl when under the use of the "Pokemon Trainer" character using attacks such as bullet seed and vine whip. Ivysaur is the first quadruped character to be in the Smash Bros. series.

Venusaur

is the fully grown and developed form of the Bulbasaur species evolution line. In the main Pokémon game series, a Venusaur is only acquired when an Ivysaur grows past experience level 32 and evolves into a Venusaur. As a Venusaur, the bulb on the Pokémon's back has fully blossomed into a hefty flower, and the flower blooms under the influence of sunlight and the resulting photosynthesis. The Venusaur is compelled to seek out sunlight to sustain its flower.^[3] The fragrance emitted from its brilliantly-colored flower becalms foes in battle, as well as humans.^[4]

Charmander

are selectable as one of three "Starter Pokémon" at the beginning of the games of the main series of Pokémon RPGs that are set primarily in the Kanto region (''Pokémon Red and Blue'' for Game Boy, as well as their remakes ''Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen'' for Game Boy Advance). Charmander are not acquirable anywhere else in the main series aside from ''Pokémon Yellow''. The end of a Charmander's tail is alit with a flame, and the flame's status reflects both the physical health^[5] and the emotions of the individual.^[6] If the flame were to ever go out, the Charmander would die.^[7] Raindrops falling onto a Charmander's tail spout steam, and Charmander prefer hot places.^[8]

Charmeleon

is a larger and stronger form that Charmander takes when it gains enough experience. In the main Pokémon game series, a Charmeleon is only acquired when a Charmander grows past experience level 16 and is evolved into an Charmeleon. Charmeleon are excessively savage and short-tempered by nature,^[9] and they are made to be powerful fighters as a result. The flame on its tail, carried over from its Charmander stage, may burn a bluish white when the Pokémon is excited,^[10] and the air temperature often raises to very high levels when the tail flame is waved around.^[11]

Charizard

Main articles: Charizard

is the fully grown and developed form of the Charmander species evolution line. In the main Pokémon game series, a Charizard is only acquired when a Charmeleon grows past experience level 36 and is evolved into a Charizard. As a Charizard, the Pokémon now possesses a pair of powerful wings for flight, and its ability to breathe fire becomes potent enough that it can melt solid rock. Such is its power that it causes forest fires from time to time even if that was not its intention.^[12] Also it is known that when the flame on its tail burns out, then its life ends.
Charizard will be a playable character in Super Smash Bros. Brawl when under the use of the "Pokemon Trainer" character. Charizard appears to be a heavy character, and will be able to glide using his wings and use attacks Flamethrower and Rock Smash.

Squirtle

are selectable as one of three "Starter Pokémon" at the beginning of the games of the main series of Pokémon RPGs that are set primarily in the Kanto region (''Pokémon Red and Blue'' for Game Boy, as well as their remakes ''Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen'' for Game Boy Advance). Squirtle are not acquirable anywhere else in the main series aside from ''Pokémon Yellow''. A Squirtle's back hardens into a resilient shell after birth.^[13] When feeling threatened, Squirtle withdraw their limbs and their long necks into their shells and spray water from their mouth with great force, either to attack their opponent or merely to intimidate it.^[14]
Squirtle will be playable in Super Smash Bros. Brawl when used by the "Pokemon Trainer" character. Squirtle will be able to use the attack Waterfall to splash up the water torrent and Withdraw to slide along the ground in its shell.

Wartortle

is a larger and stronger form that Squirtle takes when it gains enough experience. In the main Pokémon game series, a Wartortle is only acquired when a Squirtle grows past experience level 16 and is evolved into a Wartortle. Wartortle are more aggressive than Squirtle, and their shells often feature scratches obtained in battles with other Pokémon. Their ability to swim is greatly aided by their long ears and long fluffy tail for balance.^[15] Their tails are long enough that when a Wartortle withdraws into its shell, part of the tail still sticks out.^[16]

Blastoise

is the fully grown and developed form of the Squirtle species evolution line. In the main Pokémon game series, a Blastoise is only acquired when a Wartortle grows past experience level 36 and is evolved into a Blastoise. As a Blastoise, two sections of the hefty shell open up to reveal cannon-like spouts on the Pokémon's back that can fire pressurized water at a target with enough force that even concrete walls and thick steel can be punctured.^[17] The spouts are also very accurate, since a Blastoise can strike distant tin cans with the water from its spouts.^[18]
Blastoise appeared as a pokeball pokemon in Super Smash Bros. Melee shooting streams of water out of its mouth.
In the anime, Ash's longest lasting rival, Gary has a Blastoise.

Caterpie

are larval Pokémon found in the wild early in the Kanto and Johto regions. In main series Pokémon games set in these regions, Caterpie are among the earliest and easiest Pokémon species caught by players, and they are very weak Pokémon that are captured to be evolved into their cocoon-like Metapod form and eventually into the Butterfly-like Butterfree form. Caterpie in the wild employ biological adaptions to survive, much like real caterpillars, in that their green bodies are useful for camoflauge in foliage, their eyes are patterned to scare away predators,^[19] their suction-cup feet allow them to climb any surface,^[20] and the feelers on their heads can project a horrid stench to repel predators.^[21]

Metapod

are pupal Pokémon found in the wild early in the Kanto and Johto regions, of which its larval form is the caterpillar-like Caterpie. In main series Pokémon games set in these regions, Metapod are among the earliest and easiest Pokémon species acquired by players, either by catching one in the wild or training a Caterpie past experience level 7 and evolving it into a Metapod. They can evolve into the butterfly-like Butterfree when raised past experience level 10. A Metapod's exterior is regularly hardened to protect its soft and tender innards while undergoing metamorphosis to eventually become a Butterfree.^[22] To conserve energy for this event, the Metapod barely moves.^[23]

Butterfree

are fully developed butterfly-like Pokémon that have hatched from their pupal Metapod forms. In main series Pokémon games, Butterfree are only acquired by training a Metapod past experience level 10 and evolving it into a Butterfree; whereas many other Pokémon evolve into their final forms at much later levels, Butterfree's early availability makes it a temporarily strong asset to Pokémon Trainers starting out on their journeys. Butterfree feed on honey from flowers, and they rub the honey onto the hairs on their legs to transport the honey back to their nests.^[24] A Butterfree has water-repellant wings that allow it to fly in heavy rains,^[25] something many other insect Pokémon such as Masquerain cannot do, and Butterfree wings are coated in toxic dust that can be shot at an opponent in battle through wing flapping.^[26]

Weedle

are larval Pokémon found in the wild early in the Kanto and Johto regions. In main series Pokémon games set in these regions, Weedle are among the earliest and easiest Pokémon species caught by players, and they are very weak Pokémon that are captured to be evolved into their cocoon-like Kakuna form and eventually into the hornet-like Beedrill form. Commonly spotted in the forests and grasslands, eating leaves, Weedle are well protected from predators by sharp two-inch barbs on their heads^[27] which secrete a strong poison, and another stinger is on each Weedle's rear. Sniffing with its big red proboscis, a Weedle uses its extremely acute sense of smell to find the types of leaves it likes, avoiding those it dislikes.^[28]

Kakuna

are pupal Pokémon found in the wild early in the Kanto and Johto regions, of which its larval form is the worm-like Weedle. In main series Pokémon games set in these regions, Kakuna are among the earliest and easiest Pokémon species acquired by players, either by catching one in the wild or training a Weedle past experience level 7 and evolving it into a Kakuna. They can evolve into the hornet-like Beedrill when raised past experience level 10. Within the shell, a Kakuna busily prepares itself for evolution into its adult form, and the amount of energy released by this process makes the shell quite hot to the touch. In the wild, Kakuna are often found near or on trees, and because their range of motion is extremely limited, they may be mistaken for dead. Carelessly approaching a Kakuna in this state would be extremely unwise because it can still extend the barb of its poisonous stinger to protect itelf from threats.^[29]

Beedrill

are fully developed hornet-like Pokémon that have hatched from their pupal Kakuna forms. In main series Pokémon games, Beedrill are only acquired by training a Kakuna past experience level 10 and evolving it into a Beedrill; whereas many other Pokémon evolve into their final forms at much later levels, Beedrill's early availability makes it a temporarily strong asset to Pokémon Trainers starting out on their journeys. Beedrill are extremely territorial, and will be set off by anything that approaches a Beedrill nest. When angered, Beedrill attack in a furious swarm, and the sharp ends of their stingers and the poison stored in their abdomens will definitely be put to use.^[30]

Pidgey

, whose original name in the English beta version of Pokémon Red and Blue was “Pidge”. Pidgey was first introduced in the United States in ''Red'' and ''Blue''. They are one of the first wild Pokémon that players encounter in those games. Pidgey also appeared in the first television episode, ''Pokémon, I Choose You!'', when the main character, Ash Ketchum, attempts to catch one. He fails when it uses its Gust attack to blow him away and escapes.

Pidgeotto

is a larger and stronger form that Pidgey takes when it gains enough experience. In the main Pokémon game series, a Pidgeotto is only acquired when a Pidgey grows past experience level 18 and is evolved into a Pidgeotto. Pidgeotto are extremely territorial, generally claiming a large area with its nest built in the center. Full of vitality, they constantly patrol their territory, mercilessly punishing intruders. They fly about in circular patterns while hunting, and can spot the movements of their prey on the ground no matter how high they fly.^[31] Pidgeotto then attack with their wickedly sharp talons and carries their prey, including Exeggcute and Magikarp, back to their nests from as far as 60 miles away - or more.^[32]

Pidgeot

, whose original name in the English beta version of Pokémon Red and Blue was “Pidgeott”, is the fully grown and developed form of the Pidgey species evolution line. In the main Pokémon game series, a Pidgeot is only acquired when a Pidgeotto grows past experience level 36 and is evolved into a Pidgeot. Pidgeot are large, powerful birds admired for their glossy plumage and their battling ability. With their powerful chest muscles at work, Pidgeot can flap their wings fast enough to whip up gusts of winds to rival tornadoes.^[33] Pidgeot are very aerodynamic, capable of soaring to an altitude of 3300 feet and reaching speeds of up to Mach 2.^[34] Like Pidgeotto, Pidgeot feed on Magikarp by swooping from the sky and snatching them out of the water with their talons. Pidgeot appear very similar to Pidgeotto, so much so that one has been easily mistaken for the other, even by official sources. However, the feathers of Pidgeot’s crest are much longer.

Rattata

are a basic Pokémon species found very commonly in the wild in the Kanto and Johto regions of the Pokémon world. Rattata are among the earliest Pokémon that can be caught by players. Rattata are extremely common in the Kanto and Johto regions and reproduce very quickly in the wild wherever it has settled,^[35] so much so that it is said that the presence of one Rattata indicates the presence of more than forty Rattata in the area.^[36] They make their nests almost anywhere^[37] and as extreme omnivores eat anything they can scavenge. A Rattata's fangs grow continuously throughout its lifespan, so it whittles them down to a comfortable size by gnawing on hard objects.

Raticate

is a larger and stronger form that Rattata takes when it gains enough experience. In the main Pokémon game series, a Raticate is only acquired when a Rattata grows past experience level 20 and is evolved into a Raticate. Compared to a Rattata, a Raticate is far more of a predator, and the majority of its features are adapted for this purpose. Its whiskers give it balance and it slows down if they are cut off. Its webbed feet allow it to swim as it hunts prey,'Pokédex:' Gnaws on anything with its tough fangs. It can even topple concrete buildings by gnawing on them.

Notes and references

1. 'Pokédex:' As the bulb on its back grows larger, it appears to lose the ability to stand on its hind legs.
2. 'Pokédex:' Exposure to sunlight adds to its strength. Sunlight also makes the bud on its back grow larger.
3. 'Pokédex:' The plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy, prompting the Venusaur to keep moving in search of sunlight.
4. 'Pokédex:' There is a large flower on VENUSAUR's back. The flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutrition and sunlight. The flower's aroma soothes the emotions of people.
5. 'Pokédex:' The flame on its tail indicates Chamander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.
6. 'Pokédex:' The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when CHARMANDER is enjoying itself. If the POKéMON becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely.
7. 'Pokédex:' From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.
8. 'Pokédex:' Obviously prefers hot places. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.
9. 'Pokédex:' It has a barbaric nature. In battle, it whips its fiery tail around and slashes away with sharp claws.
10. 'Pokédex:' Tough fights could excite this Pokémon. When excited, it may blow out bluish-white flames.
11. 'Pokédex:' When it swings its burning tail, it elevates the temperature to unbearably high levels.
12. 'Pokédex:' Spits fire that is hot enought o melt boulders. Known to cause forest fires unintentionally.
13. 'Pokédex:' The shell, which hardens soon after it is born, is resilient. If you poke it, it will bounce back out.
14. 'Pokédex:' Shoots water at prey while in the water. Withdraws into its shell when in danger.
15. 'Pokédex:' It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
16. 'Pokédex:' When trapped, this Pokémon will pull in its head, but its tail will still stick out a little bit.
17. 'Pokédex:' The rocket cannons on its shell fire jets of water capable of punching holes through thick steel.
18. 'Pokédex:' The waterspouts that protrude from its shell are highly accurate. Their bullets of water can precisely nail tin cans from a distance of over 160 feet.
19. 'Pokédex:' It has large, eye-like patterns on its head as protection. They are used to frighten off enemies.
20. 'Pokédex:' Its short feet are tipped with suction pads that enable it to tirelessly climb slopes and walls.
21. 'Pokédex:' For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antenna on its head to drive away enemies.
22. 'Pokédex:' It prepares for evolution by hardening its shell as much as possible to protect its soft body.
23. 'Pokédex:' Inside the shell, it is soft and weak as it prepares to evolve. It stays motionless in the shell.
24. 'Pokédex:' It collects honey every day. It rubs honey onto the hairs on its legs to carry it back to its nest.
25. 'Pokédex:' Water-repellent powder on its wings enables it to collect honey, even in the heaviest of rains.
26. 'Pokédex:' In battle, it flaps its wings at high speeds to release highly toxic dust into the air.
27. 'Pokédex:' It attacks using a two-inch poison barb on its head. It can usually be found under the leaves it eats.
28. 'Pokédex:' WEEDLE has an extremely acute sense of smell. It is capable of distinguishing its favorite kinds of leaves from those it dislikes just by sniffing with its big red proboscis (nose).
29. 'Pokédex:' Although it is a cocoon, it can move a little. It can extend its poison barb if it is attacked.
30. 'Pokédex:' It can take down any opponent with its powerful poison stingers. It sometimes attacks in swarms.
31. 'Pokédex:' It has outstanding vision. However high it flies, it is able to distinguish the movements of its prey.
32. 'Pokédex:' It immobilizes its prey using well-developed claws, then carries the prey more than 60 miles to its nest.
33. 'Pokédex:' Its well-developed chest muscles make it strong enough to whip up a gusty windstorm with just a few flaps.
34. 'Pokédex:' It spreads its beautiful wings wide to frighten its enemies. It can fly at Mach 2 speed.
35. 'Pokédex:' It eats anything. Wherever food is available, it will settle down and produce offspring continuously.
36. 'Pokédex:' Will chew on anything with its fangs. If you see one, it is certain that 40 more live in the area.
37. 'Pokédex:' Bites anything when it attacks. Small and very quick, it is a common sight in many places.

External links

★ Bulbapedia - The Pokémon encyclopedia