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No. 0265 · Generation III · Hoenn

Wurmple

The Worm Pokémon
Bug
Weak to Fire Flying Rock
All matchups
Wurmple
Sprite

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.

Bug

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.

Height0.3 m
Weight3.6 kg
AbilitiesShield Dust
HiddenRun Away
Base stats

Stat spread.

Total of 195. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.

HP 45
Attack 45
Defense 35
Sp. Attack 20
Sp. Defense 30
Speed 20
Total195
195 base stat total, the 1017th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 87th among Bug-types.
45 base HP, Wurmple's strongest stat, ranking 64th of 92 Bug-types.

Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.

Pokémon GO

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.

GO Attack75
GO Defense59
GO Stamina128
Max CP (L40)578
Max CP (L50)653
Best buddy (L51)661
Raid catch CP 296–330 (L20). Weather boosted 370–413 (L25).

Run the numbers: CP & HP calculator · PvP IV optimizer · Catch CP calculator

Shiny release

Shiny Wurmple first appeared on January 16, 2020, during Hatchathon 2020.

  1. Wurmple
  2. Silcoon and Cascoon by encounter

Recent raid runs

Last in raids: Dec 31, 2025 to Jan 4, 2026, 1-star (Party hat (green)).

DatesRaidEvent
Dec 31, 2025 to Jan 4, 20261-starParty hat (green)New Year's 2026
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 20241-starParty hat (green)New Year's 2024

Full Wurmple GO history

Quick answers

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.

See the full Q&A page for Wurmple →
Sprites · Sound

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.

Wurmple in Emerald
Gen III Emerald
Wurmple in HeartGold / SoulSilver
Gen IV HeartGold / SoulSilver
Wurmple in Black / White
Gen V Black / White
Wurmple in X / Y
Gen VI X / Y
Wurmple in Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon
Gen VII Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon
Wurmple 3D render in Pokémon HOME
HOME Modern 3D render
Type matchups

In battle.

Damage multipliers when Wurmple is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.

2× Weak to
Fire Flying Rock
½× Resists
Grass Fighting Ground
Comparison

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
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Game appearances

Wurmple appears in 20 games.

Every mainline release where Wurmple is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.

Gen III
  • 2003 Ruby
  • 2003 Sapphire
  • 2004 FireRed
  • 2004 LeafGreen
  • 2005 Emerald
Gen IV
  • 2007 Diamond
  • 2007 Pearl
  • 2009 Platinum
  • 2010 HeartGold
  • 2010 SoulSilver
Gen V
  • 2011 Black
  • 2011 White
  • 2012 Black 2
  • 2012 White 2
Gen VI
  • 2013 X
  • 2013 Y
  • 2014 Alpha Sapphire
  • 2014 Omega Ruby
Gen VIII
  • 2022 Legends: Arceus
Side games + live service
  • 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get it

How to get Wurmple.

Every main-series game Wurmple is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.

Generation IXNot in the game
  • Scarlet · Violet · Legends: Z-ANot in the game
Generation VIIIObtainableNot in the game
  • Sword · ShieldNot in the game
  • Brilliant Diamond · Shining PearlObtainable
    • WildEterna Forest
    • WildRoutes 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 218, 221, 222, Eterna Forest, Floaroma Meadow, Fuego Ironworks, Valley Windworks (Honey Trees)
    • WildGrand Underground - Grassland Cave, Riverbank Cave, Still-Water Cavern, Sunlit Cavern
  • Legends: ArceusObtainable
    • WildObsidian Fieldlands: near Aspiration Hill, Floaro Gardens, Horseshoe Plains, The Heartwood, massive mass outbreaks
Generation VIITransfer onlyNot in the game
  • Sun · Moon · Ultra Sun · Ultra MoonTransfer only
    • TransferPokémon Bank
  • Let's Go, Pikachu! · Let's Go, Eevee!Not in the game
Generation VIObtainable
  • X · YObtainable
    • BreedCascoon
    • WildDustox, or Beautifly
  • Omega Ruby · Alpha SapphireObtainable
    • WildRoutes 101, 102, 104, Petalburg Woods
Generation VObtainableTrade
  • BlackTrade

    White exclusive

  • WhiteObtainable
    • WildWhite Forest

    White exclusive

  • Black 2 · White 2Trade
Generation IVObtainable
  • Diamond · PearlObtainable
    • WildEterna Forest
    • WildRoutes 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 218, 221, 222, Eterna Forest, Floaroma Meadow, Fuego Ironworks, Valley Windworks (Honey Trees)
  • PlatinumObtainable
    • WildRoutes 204 and 205, Eterna Forest
    • WildRoutes 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 218, 221, 222, Eterna Forest, Floaroma Meadow, Fuego Ironworks, Valley Windworks (Honey Trees)
  • HeartGold · SoulSilverObtainable
    • WildRoutes 1, 2, 3, 4, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, Pallet Town, Viridian City, Pewter City, Fuchsia City (Headbutt trees)
    • WildNational Park (Bug-Catching Contest) (Thursdays and Saturdays)
Generation IIIObtainableTrade
  • Ruby · Sapphire · EmeraldObtainable
    • WildRoutes 101, 102, 104, Petalburg Woods
  • FireRed · LeafGreenTrade
Pokémon HOME
Send it to HOME from Pokémon Bank, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus. From HOME it can move into Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus.
Pokémon Champions
Not on the roster.
Pokémon anime

Wurmple appears in 16 episodes.

From AG014 (2003-02-27) through JN141 (2023-02-10).

Browse them on the anime guide

TCG Pocket appearances

Wurmple in TCG Pocket.

Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.

Wurmple TCG Pocket card from Ruler of the Skies
Wurmple
◆ Common
Ruler of the Skies #001
Wurmple TCG Pocket card from Ruler of the Skies
Wurmple
☆ Full Art
Ruler of the Skies #156
Wurmple TCG Pocket card from Mega Rising
Wurmple
◆ Common
Mega Rising #003

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