Weedle #013

Weedle overview

Listed as #13 in the National Pokédex, Weedle is a dual Bug and Poison type Hairy Bug Pokémon.

It stands 0.3 m tall and weighs 3.2 kg, and it was first introduced in Generation I where it is typically found in Forest habitats.

Beware of the sharp stinger on its head. It hides in grass and bushes where it eats leaves. 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). Its poison stinger is very powerful. Its bright-colored body is intended to warn off its enemies.

Weedle base stats

Across six base stats Weedle totals 195 points, led by Speed at 50.

Its stats are fairly balanced, leaning toward physical offense.

Weedle base stats

Stat	Base value	Relative
HP	40
Attack	35
Defense	30
Sp. Attack	20
Sp. Defense	20
Speed	50
Total	195

Weedle abilities

Weedle's standard ability is Shield Dust.

Its hidden ability, Run Away, is only available from special encounters and breeding.

Weedle type matchups

Defensively, Weedle takes super-effective damage from Flying, Rock, Fire and Psychic moves.

It resists Fighting, Grass, Poison, Bug and Fairy attacks.

Attacking type	Damage taken
Flying	×2
Rock	×2
Fire	×2
Psychic	×2
Fighting	×0.25
Grass	×0.25
Poison	×0.5
Bug	×0.5
Fairy	×0.5

Weedle evolution

Weedle belongs to a 3-stage evolution line: Weedle → Kakuna (Level 7) → Beedrill (Level 10).

Weedle training and breeding

With a capture rate of 255, Weedle is easy to catch and levels on the Medium experience curve.

For breeding it belongs to the Bug egg group.

Early level-up moves include Poison Sting, String Shot and Bug Bite, and it can learn 4 moves in total across all methods.

Level-up moves

Level	Move
1	Poison Sting
1	String Shot
9	Bug Bite

Frequently asked questions about Weedle