In the world of Pokémon GO, regional Pokémon add an exciting layer of exploration and adventure. These unique creatures are tied to specific locations across the globe, encouraging players to travel and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Initially, there was just one regional Pokémon, but over time, this number has grown to a diverse set of over a dozen. In this guide, we'll explore these regional Pokémon, detailing their origins and the destinations you need to visit to catch them.
Table of Content ---
- What are regional Pokémon?
- Generation One
- Generation Two
- Generation Three
- Generation Four
- Generation Five
- Generation Six
- Generation Seven
- Generation Eight
What are regional Pokémon?
Regional Pokémon are unique creatures that can only be found in specific parts of the world. To encounter these Pokémon, players often need to travel to different countries or continents, fostering a global community of Pokémon enthusiasts. Unfortunately, creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is impractical due to the wide range of locations these Pokémon inhabit. Instead, we've organized them by their generational appearance in the series for your convenience.
Generation One
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The first generation of regional Pokémon can be found in various bustling locations around the world, making them accessible in places like shopping centers, cinemas, or public halls.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Mr. Mime | Europe |
| Kangaskhan | Australia |
| Tauros | USA |
| Farfetch'd | Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong |
Generation Two
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The second generation features Pokémon in less commonly visited regions. While Heracross is relatively easy to find, catching Corsola requires meeting specific conditions related to its tropical coastal habitat.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Heracross | Central and South American regions |
| Corsola | Tropical areas near coastlines, specifically between 31° North latitude and 26° South latitude |
Generation Three
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The third generation of regional Pokémon is scattered worldwide, with many found in North and South America. These Pokémon don't require specific conditions to encounter, making them easier to catch.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Volbeat | Europe, Asia, Australia |
| Zangoose | |
| Illumise | America and Africa |
| Lunatone | Western Hemisphere – West of Greenwich Meridian Line in Europe and Africa, North and South America |
| Solrock | Eastern Hemisphere – East of Greenwich Meridian Line in Europe and Africa, Asia, Australia, Middle East |
| Seviper | America and Africa |
| Relicanth | New Zealand, adjacent islands |
| Tropius | Africa, Middle East |
| Torkoal | Western Asia, Southeast Asia |
Generation Four
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The fourth generation includes fewer Pokémon, but they are still intriguing. Many of these can be found in Europe, narrowing down the search area significantly, especially since they often appear in crowded places.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Carnivine | USA (Southeast) |
| Pachirisu | Alaska, Canada, Russia |
| Mime Jr. | Europe |
| Mesprit | Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East |
| Azelf | North and South America, Greenland |
| Uxie | Asia-Pacific |
| Chatot | Southern Hemisphere |
| Shellos | Pink: Western Hemisphere. Blue: Eastern Hemisphere |
Generation Five
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The fifth generation of regional Pokémon showcases a diverse range of habitats, including unique locations like Egypt and Greece. These Pokémon vary in type and have chosen a wide array of countries as their homes.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Throh | North and South America, Africa |
| Pansear | Europe, Middle East, India, Africa |
| Maractus | Mexico, Central and South America |
| Panpour | North and South America, Greenland |
| Bouffalant | New York |
| Pansage | Asia-Pacific Region |
| Heatmor | Europe, Asia, Australia |
| Durant | North and South America, Africa |
| Basculin | Red: Eastern Hemisphere. Blue: Western Hemisphere |
| Sawk | Europe, Asia, Australia |
| Sigilyph | Egypt, Greece |
Generation Six
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The sixth generation has fewer Pokémon, and they are scattered across various regions. To catch these, you'll need to embark on a journey tailored to the specific Pokémon you're targeting.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Furfrou (Debutante) | America |
| Furfrou (Diamond) | Europe, Middle East, Africa |
| Furfrou (Star) | Asia-Pacific |
| Furfrou (La Reine) | France |
| Furfrou (Kabuki) | Japan |
| Furfrou (Pharaoh) | Egypt |
| Flabebe | Europe, Middle East, Africa |
| Klefki | Everywhere, but most often spotted in: Brussels and Antwerp, Basel and Lausanne, Turin, Logroño, Kaiserslautern, Freiburg im Breisgau, and Karlsruhe |
| Hawlucha | Mexico |
| Vivillon | Everywhere |
Generation Seven
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The seventh generation features Pokémon that are true globetrotters, available in nearly every corner of the world. This makes them perfect companions for your next travel adventure.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Stakataka | Eastern Hemisphere |
| Blacephalon | Western Hemisphere |
| Comfey | Hawaii |
| Oricorio | Europe, Middle East, Africa, America, Pacific and Caribbean Islands |
| Celesteela | Southern Hemisphere |
| Kartana | Northern Hemisphere |
Generation Eight
The eighth generation introduces Stonjourner, a Pokémon exclusive to the United Kingdom. To find this Pokémon, explore the countryside and landmarks outside the city.
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We hope this guide has been helpful in understanding regional Pokémon and their locations. Have you caught any of these unique creatures? Share your experiences in the comments below!
