Embark on a global Pokémon adventure! Many Pokémon in the game are exclusive to specific regions, making them highly sought-after additions to any trainer's collection. While initially only a handful existed, the number of regional Pokémon has grown considerably, leading to a truly worldwide hunt. This guide will introduce you to these regional Pokémon and their locations, helping you plan your next Pokémon GO expedition.
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 tied to specific geographic locations. Catching them often requires international travel, fostering a sense of community among trainers with shared interests. Due to the sheer number of regional Pokémon and their diverse habitats, a comprehensive map is impractical. Instead, this guide organizes them chronologically by generation.
Generation One
Generation One Pokémon are relatively widespread, often found in populated areas like shopping centers or cinemas.
| Name | Region |
|---|---|
| Mr. Mime | Europe |
| Kangaskhan | Australia |
| Tauros | USA |
| Farfetch'd | Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong |
Generation Two
Generation Two Pokémon inhabit less common areas than their predecessors. While fewer in number, some, like Heracross, are easier to find than others, such as Corsola, which 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
Generation Three Pokémon are globally distributed, requiring extensive travel for complete collection. While numerous, a significant portion reside in North and South America, often without requiring specific environmental factors.
| 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
While smaller than Generation Three, Generation Four still offers a compelling selection of regional Pokémon. Many are concentrated in Europe, simplifying the search for some.
| 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
Generation Five Pokémon showcase a diverse range of habitats, extending to regions like Egypt and Greece. The variety in Pokémon types reflects the diverse locations they call home.
| 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
Fewer in number than Generation Five, Generation Six Pokémon are scattered globally, requiring targeted travel to specific regions for each Pokémon.
| 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
Generation Seven Pokémon are widely distributed across the globe, offering ample opportunities for discovery no matter your travel plans.
| 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, found in the United Kingdom, particularly outside of major cities.
We hope this comprehensive guide helps you in your quest to complete your regional Pokémon collection! Share your experiences in the comments below!
