Wurmple
TL;DR. Wurmple is a pure bug-type Pokémon from Generation III. Base Stat Total: 195. Using the spikes on its rear end, WURMPLE peels the bark off trees and feeds on the sap that oozes out. This POKéMON’s feet are tipped with suction pads that allow it to cling to glass without slipping.
Using the spikes on its rear end, WURMPLE peels the bark off trees and feeds on the sap that oozes out. This POKéMON’s feet are tipped with suction pads that allow it to cling to glass without slipping.
Stat spread.
Total of 195. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.
Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.
Wurmple in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Wurmple reaches 578 CP at level 40 and 661 CP as a best buddy.
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Common questions about Wurmple.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Wurmple, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Wurmple?
Wurmple is a pure Bug-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.
What is Wurmple weak to?
Wurmple takes 2× damage from Fire, Flying, Rock. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Wurmple resistant to?
Wurmple resists Grass, Fighting, Ground. It has no full immunities.
How does Wurmple evolve?
Wurmple evolves into Silcoon (Level 7) or Cascoon (Level 7).
What generation is Wurmple from?
Wurmple was introduced in Generation III (the Hoenn region). Its Pokédex number is #0265.
What are Wurmple's base stats?
Wurmple has HP 45, Attack 45, Defense 35, Special Attack 20, Special Defense 30, and Speed 20. Total base stat total: 195.
What are Wurmple's abilities?
Wurmple can have the ability Shield Dust, plus the Hidden Ability Run Away.
Is Wurmple legendary or mythical?
No. Wurmple is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Wurmple's best stat?
Wurmple's highest base stat is HP at 45, which ranks 64th of 92 Bug-type Pokémon.
Is Wurmple good?
Wurmple has a base stat total of 195, the 1017th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 87th among Bug-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.
Through the generations.
Wurmple as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.
In battle.
Damage multipliers when Wurmple is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Wurmple vs. the average Bug-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 92 Bug-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Wurmple | Bug avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 45 | 57 | -12 |
| Attack | 45 | 68 | -23 |
| Defense | 35 | 69 | -34 |
| Special Attack | 20 | 57 | -37 |
| Special Defense | 30 | 64 | -34 |
| Speed | 20 | 60 | -40 |
| Total | 195 | 375 | -180 |
Wurmple appears in 20 games.
Every mainline release where Wurmple is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.
- 2003 Ruby
- 2003 Sapphire
- 2004 FireRed
- 2004 LeafGreen
- 2005 Emerald
- 2007 Diamond
- 2007 Pearl
- 2009 Platinum
- 2010 HeartGold
- 2010 SoulSilver
- 2011 Black
- 2011 White
- 2012 Black 2
- 2012 White 2
- 2013 X
- 2013 Y
- 2014 Alpha Sapphire
- 2014 Omega Ruby
- 2022 Legends: Arceus
- 2016 Pokémon GO
Catch Wurmple in the wild.
Main-series wild-encounter locations, grouped by game. 10 games have a known habitat.
Wurmple appears in 16 episodes.
From AG014 (2003-02-27) through JN141 (2023-02-10).
- AG014 All in a Day's Wurmple Advanced Generation 2004-01-03
- AG015 Gonna Rule the School! Advanced Generation 2004-01-10
- AG018 On a Wingull and a Prayer! Advanced Generation 2004-01-24
- AG019 Sharpedo Attack! Advanced Generation 2004-01-31
- AG021 Which Wurmple's Which? Advanced Generation 2004-02-14
- AG023 Gone Corphishin' Advanced Generation 2004-02-21
- AG024 A Corphish Out of Water Advanced Generation 2004-02-28
- AG028 Seeing is Believing! Advanced Generation 2004-04-24
- DP073 Crossing Paths Diamond & Pearl 2008-08-23
- DP099 A Trainer and Child Reunion! Diamond & Pearl 2009-03-28
- JN007 Serving Up the Flute Cup! Journeys 2020-06-12
- JN009 Finding a Legend! Journeys 2020-06-12
TCG Pocket appearances
1 Wurmple card across TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
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