Dynamax Caterpie made its entrance into Pokémon GO on March 24, 2025, becoming the centerpiece of the Max Monday event held that same day. As a one-star Power Spot boss, players can engage in battles against this unique Caterpie from 6 AM to 9 PM local time every day. Notably, it evolves into Dynamax Metapod and Dynamax Butterfree, marking it as the first Bug-type Dynamax attacker introduced in the game.
Obtaining Dynamax Caterpie in Pokémon GO
As of March 2025, you can acquire Dynamax Caterpie through the following methods:
- Participating in one-star Max Battles
- Trading with friends
One-Star Max Battles
Dynamax Caterpie can be battled in one-star Max Battles starting March 24, 2025. Players can challenge it daily between 6 AM and 9 PM local time by locating a Power Spot in the game. It was particularly highlighted during the Max Monday event on the launch date, between 6 PM and 7 PM local time.
Once defeated, players can capture Dynamax Caterpie with the following Combat Power (CP) ranges:
- No Weather Boost: 219 – 249 CP (IVs range from 10/10/10 to 15/15/15 at Level 20)
- Weather Boosted (Rainy): 274 – 312 CP (IVs range from 10/10/10 to 15/15/15 at Level 25)
Trading for Dynamax Caterpie
If you prefer not to engage in battles, you can acquire a Dynamax Caterpie by trading with friends in-game. Keep in mind that the trade will be classified as Special if you have never previously caught a Caterpie.
All Max Moves that you unlocked prior to trading will remain intact. However, any Max Moves you earn from leveling up post-trade will reset to Level 1.
Can You Find a Shiny Dynamax Caterpie in Pokémon GO?
Yes, a Shiny Dynamax Caterpie can be encountered in Pokémon GO! The odds of finding one are approximately 1 in 512, equating to a 0.2% chance.
Dynamax Caterpie: Stats, Moves, and Evolution Requirements
Caterpie
- Attack: 55
- Defense: 55
- Stamina: 128
- Fast Attacks/Max Moves: Bug Bite (Max Flutterby), Tackle (Max Strike)
- Charged Attacks: Struggle
- Max Move Upgrade Costs: Level 1 – 400 MP and 50 Candy; Level 2 – 600 MP and 100 Candy; Level Max – 800 MP and 40 Candy XL
Metapod
(Evolves when fed 12 Candy)
- Attack: 45
- Defense: 80
- Stamina: 137
- Fast Attacks/Max Moves: Bug Bite (Max Flutterby), Tackle (Max Strike)
- Charged Attacks: Struggle
Butterfree
(Evolves when fed 50 Candy)
- Attack: 167
- Defense: 137
- Stamina: 155
- Fast Attacks/Max Moves: Bug Bite (Max Flutterby), Struggle Bug (Max Flutterby), Confusion (Max Mindstorm)
- Charged Attacks: Bug Buzz, Signal Beam, Psychic
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