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In the thrilling world of Pokémon GO, you'll encounter a fascinating array of regional Pokémon—creatures that are uniquely tied to specific locations around the globe. These regional exclusives add an exciting layer to the game, encouraging players to embark on real-world adventures to catch them all. From the initial lone regional Pokémon to now over a dozen, these creatures span across various generations and continents. Let's dive into the world of regional Pokémon and discover where to catch these elusive pocket monsters.
Table of Content ---
- What are regional Pokémon?
- Generation One
- Generation Two
- Generation Three
- Generation Four
- Generation Five
- Generation Six
- Generation Seven
- Generation Eight
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What are regional Pokémon?
Regional Pokémon are unique creatures that can only be found in specific parts of the world. This feature of Pokémon GO not only adds an element of adventure but also fosters a global community of players who share tips and meet up to trade these special Pokémon. Due to the vast number of creatures and their diverse habitats, creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is challenging. Instead, we've organized these Pokémon by their generational appearance to help you plan your journey.
Generation One
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The first generation of regional Pokémon is widespread, making them relatively easy to find in busy public spaces like shopping centers, cinemas, and other crowded venues.
| 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 includes fewer regional Pokémon, residing in less common locales. While Heracross is relatively straightforward to catch, capturing Corsola requires you to be in specific tropical coastal regions.
| 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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Generation Three's regional Pokémon are scattered globally, urging you to go on a worldwide quest to complete your collection. Most can be found in North and South America, and they generally don't require specific conditions for capture.
| 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 not as extensive as the previous generation, Generation Four offers an intriguing mix of regional Pokémon. Many are found in Europe, which narrows down your travel plans. These Pokémon often appear in bustling areas, making your search more manageable.
| 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's regional Pokémon have chosen diverse and sometimes exotic locations, from Egypt to Greece. This generation showcases a variety of Pokémon types, each with their unique regional habitat.
| 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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With fewer regional Pokémon than the previous generation, Generation Six's creatures are spread out, requiring you to travel to various regions to catch them all. Each Pokémon has a distinct location, making your journey an exciting adventure.
| 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's regional Pokémon are true globetrotters, appearing in nearly every corner of the world. Whether you're planning a vacation or a dedicated Pokémon hunt, you're likely to 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, a regional Pokémon exclusive to the United Kingdom. To catch this unique creature, explore the UK's rural landmarks and scenic countryside.
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We hope this guide has been helpful in navigating the world of regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Have you caught any of these regional exclusives? Share your adventures and tips in the comments below!
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