Catch Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Locations Revealed
In the world of Pokémon GO, regional Pokémon add an exciting layer of adventure, encouraging players to explore different parts of the globe to catch these exclusive creatures. Initially, only one regional Pokémon existed, but the number has since grown to a diverse collection of over a dozen. In this guide, we'll explore what regional Pokémon are and pinpoint where you can find each one to enhance your Pokémon collection.
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 unique creatures that can only be found in specific geographic locations around the world. They foster a sense of community among players, often prompting international travel to encounter these special Pokémon. Due to their widespread distribution, creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is impractical. Instead, we've organized the Pokémon by their generation for your convenience.
Generation One
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The first generation of regional Pokémon are spread across various global hotspots, making them accessible in bustling areas like malls, cinemas, and shopping centers.
Name | Region |
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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. While Heracross is relatively easy to find, Corsola requires specific conditions related to coastal areas within a certain latitude range.
Name | Region |
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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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Generation three Pokémon are scattered globally, making a worldwide journey essential for collectors. Most are found in North and South America without the need for specific conditions.
Name | Region |
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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 they're still intriguing. Many can be found in Europe, reducing the number of countries you need to visit. These Pokémon often appear in populated areas, making them easier to locate.
Name | Region |
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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 Pokémon have unique habitats, including Egypt and Greece. They represent a variety of types and are spread across different countries.
Name | Region |
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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 features fewer Pokémon, scattered across various regions. Each Pokémon requires a journey to a specific location for capture.
Name | Region |
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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 features Pokémon that are true globetrotters, making them accessible in nearly every corner of the world.
Name | Region |
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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, a Pokémon exclusive to the United Kingdom. To catch this unique creature, explore the rural landmarks outside the cities.
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We hope this guide helps you in your quest to catch all the regional Pokémon. Have you already added any of these to your collection? Share your experiences in the comments below!





