Pokémon GO boasts a global roster of creatures, many of which are exclusive to specific regions, making them highly sought-after by trainers worldwide. These "regional Pokémon" add a thrilling element of exploration and discovery to the game, encouraging players to travel and connect with others who share their passion. While a comprehensive map isn't feasible due to the sheer number and varied locations, we've organized these elusive Pokémon by generation for easier navigation.
Table of Contents
- What are Regional Pokémon?
- Generation One
- Generation Two
- Generation Three
- Generation Four
- Generation Five
- Generation Six
- Generation Seven
- Generation Eight
- Comments
What are Regional Pokémon?
Regional Pokémon are creatures whose appearances are geographically restricted. Catching them requires venturing to specific countries or continents, fostering a global community among players. Due to the vast number and diverse habitats, a single map is impractical. Instead, this guide organizes them chronologically by generation.
Generation One
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Generation One Pokémon are relatively widespread, often found in populated areas like shopping malls and cinemas.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Mr. Mime | Europe |
| Kangaskhan | Australia |
| Tauros | USA |
| Farfetch'd | Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong |
Generation Two
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Generation Two features fewer Pokémon than Generation One, and their habitats are often less accessible. Heracross is relatively common, while Corsola requires specific environmental 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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This generation necessitates a more extensive global search. While numerous Pokémon are included, a significant portion inhabits North and South America, with less stringent environmental requirements than Generation Two.
| 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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While smaller than Generation Three, Generation Four still offers a diverse range of Pokémon. Many are located in Europe, simplifying the search, particularly in populated areas.
| 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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Generation Five Pokémon showcase a wide variety of habitats, expanding into regions like Egypt and Greece. The diverse types of Pokémon reflect their equally diverse locations.
| 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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Generation Six features fewer Pokémon than Generation Five, requiring a more strategic approach to collecting them. Their locations are scattered globally, demanding careful planning.
| 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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Generation Seven Pokémon are truly cosmopolitan, found across the globe. No matter your travel plans, you're likely to encounter one of these Pokémon.
| 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
Generation Eight features only Stonjourner. To add this Pokémon to your collection, explore the United Kingdom's countryside.
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We hope this comprehensive guide helps you in your quest to catch all the regional Pokémon! Share your experiences in the comments below!
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