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Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Where to Catch Them

Author : Hannah

Mar 16,2025

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 just a few has blossomed into a diverse collection spanning multiple generations. This guide details each generation's regional Pokémon and their locations.

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 often requires international travel, fostering a global community among players with shared interests.

Due to the sheer number of regional Pokémon and their diverse habitats, a comprehensive map is impractical. This guide organizes them chronologically by generation for easier navigation.

Generation One

Generation One pokemon go

Generation One Pokémon are relatively widespread, often found in populated areas like shopping centers and movie theaters.

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 common locations. Heracross is easier to find than Corsola, which requires specific environmental conditions.

Name	Region
Heracross	Central and South American regions
Corsola	Tropical coastlines between 31° North and 26° South latitude

Generation Three

Generation Three pokemon go

Generation Three Pokémon are globally distributed, requiring extensive travel for complete collection. Many are found in North and South America, and generally don't require specific environmental conditions.

Name	Region
Volbeat	Europe, Asia, Australia
Zangoose	Europe, Asia, Australia
Illumise	America and Africa
Lunatone	Western Hemisphere (West of Greenwich Meridian)
Solrock	Eastern Hemisphere (East of Greenwich Meridian)
Seviper	America and Africa
Relicanth	New Zealand and 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 concentrated in Europe, often in populated areas.

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 inhabit diverse locations, including Egypt and Greece. This generation features a variety of types and habitats.

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 wide geographic distribution. Choose your target and plan your journey!

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	Global, but more frequent in specific European cities
Hawlucha	Mexico
Vivillon	Global

Generation Seven

Generation Seven pokemon go

Generation Seven Pokémon are widely distributed across the globe, making them accessible during almost any international trip.

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