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Catch Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Locations Revealed

by Henry Apr 12,2025

In the expansive world of Pokémon GO, regional Pokémon add an exciting layer of adventure to the game. These unique creatures are tied to specific locations around the globe, making them exclusive to certain regions. Initially, there was just one regional Pokémon, but the roster has grown significantly, now featuring a diverse collection of over a dozen unique creatures. In this article, we'll dive into the fascinating world of regional Pokémon, exploring where you can find these elusive beings.

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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 special creatures in Pokémon GO that are found only in specific parts of the world. To catch these unique Pokémon, players may need to travel to different countries or continents, turning the game into a global adventure that connects players with shared interests across the globe. Due to the vast number of regional Pokémon and their diverse habitats, creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is impractical. Instead, we've organized these Pokémon by their generational appearance in the series for your convenience.

Generation One

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The first generation of regional Pokémon can be found in bustling urban areas like halls, cinemas, or shopping centers, making them relatively easy to encounter.

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 of regional Pokémon is found in less popular regions, with fewer Pokémon compared to other generations. Heracross is relatively easy to catch, while Corsola requires specific conditions related to tropical coastal areas.

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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The third generation of regional Pokémon is spread across the globe, with a majority located in North and South America. These Pokémon do not require specific conditions, making them more accessible for players.

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

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The fourth generation features fewer Pokémon, but they are still diverse and interesting. Most can be found in Europe, particularly in crowded areas, making the 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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The fifth generation of regional Pokémon is notable for its diverse habitats, including unique locations like Egypt and Greece. This generation offers a variety of types and regions for players to explore.

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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The sixth generation features fewer Pokémon, spread across various regions. Players looking to catch these Pokémon will need to embark on a journey to different parts of the world.

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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The seventh generation includes Pokémon that can be found in nearly every corner of the world, making them accessible to players no matter where they travel.

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 found in the United Kingdom, particularly in rural areas and landmarks.

Generation Eight pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

We hope this detailed guide to regional Pokémon has been insightful and helpful. Now that you know where to find these unique creatures, have you managed to catch any of them? Share your adventures and successes in the comments below!

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