In the world of Pokémon GO, regional Pokémon add an exciting layer of adventure to the game. These unique creatures are tied to specific locations around the globe, encouraging players to travel and explore new regions. Initially, there was just one regional Pokémon, but now, there's a diverse collection spanning multiple generations. In this guide, we'll delve into the world of regional Pokémon and provide you with the locations where you can catch these elusive creatures.
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 special creatures that can only be found in certain parts of the world. To catch them, you might need to embark on a journey to different countries or continents. This aspect of the game not only fosters a sense of global community among players but also brings together those with shared interests. While creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is challenging due to the vast number of creatures and their varied habitats, we've organized them by their generational appearance to make your quest easier.
Generation One
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The first generation of regional Pokémon is widely distributed, making them relatively easy to find in bustling locations like malls, cinemas, or shopping centers.
| 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 common regions, with fewer creatures compared to the first and third generations. Heracross is relatively easy to catch, while Corsola requires specific conditions.
| 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's Pokémon are spread across the globe, requiring a world tour to catch them all. Most are found in North and South America, and they generally don't require specific conditions 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 still offers a variety of interesting creatures. Many can be found in Europe, narrowing down the search area, especially 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's Pokémon are notable for their diverse habitats, including Egypt and Greece. They represent various types and are spread across different countries.
| 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. Choose your target and embark on a journey to catch them.
| 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's Pokémon are true globetrotters, available in almost every part of the world. Plan your next vacation and you might encounter one of these creatures.
| 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, which can be found in the United Kingdom, particularly around 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!
