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Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Where to Catch Them

Author：Kristen Update：Mar 21,2025

Embark on a global Pokémon adventure! Many Pokémon are region-exclusive, meaning they’re only found in specific parts of the world. What started with a handful has blossomed into a diverse collection spanning multiple generations. This guide helps you track down these elusive creatures.

Table of Contents

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 creatures tied to specific geographic locations. Catching them requires travel to different countries or continents, fostering a global community of trainers connecting over their shared passion.

Due to the sheer number of regional Pokémon and their varied habitats, a comprehensive map is impractical. Instead, this guide organizes them chronologically by generation.

Generation One

Generation One pokemon go

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 pokemon go

Generation Two Pokémon inhabit less commonly visited countries. Heracross is relatively easy to find, unlike Corsola, which requires specific environmental conditions.

Name	Region
Heracross	Central and South American regions
Corsola	Tropical coastal areas, specifically between 31° North latitude and 26° South latitude

Generation Three

Generation Three pokemon go

Generation Three Pokémon are globally distributed, requiring extensive travel for complete collection. However, a majority are found in North and South America, and generally don't require specialized conditions.

Name	Region
Volbeat	Europe, Asia, Australia
Zangoose	Europe, Asia, Australia
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

Generation Four pokemon go

While smaller than Generation Three, Generation Four still offers exciting finds. Many are located in Europe, simplifying the search.

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 pokemon go

Generation Five Pokémon showcase a diverse range of habitats, extending to Egypt and Greece. The variety of Pokémon types reflects their 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

Generation Six pokemon go

Generation Six features fewer Pokémon than Generation Five, with a global distribution requiring strategic travel 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

Generation Seven pokemon go

Generation Seven Pokémon are truly cosmopolitan, found across the globe. No matter your travel plans, you're likely to encounter one of these world travelers.

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