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Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Where to Catch Them

by Ellie May 20,2025

In the world of *Pokémon GO*, regional Pokémon add an exciting layer of adventure to the game. These unique creatures are tied to specific geographic locations, encouraging players to travel and explore different parts of the world. Originally, there was just one regional Pokémon, but now there's a diverse array of over a dozen to discover. In this article, we'll guide you through the regional Pokémon from each generation and where you can find them.

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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 exclusive creatures that can only be found in specific parts of the world. They encourage players to travel across continents and countries, fostering a sense of global community among Pokémon enthusiasts. Unfortunately, creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is challenging due to the vast number of Pokémon and their diverse habitats. Instead, we've organized them by their chronological appearance in the series for your convenience.

Generation One

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The first generation of regional Pokémon is widely distributed, often found in bustling areas like halls, cinemas, or shopping centers.

NameRegion
Mr. MimeEurope
KangaskhanAustralia
TaurosUSA
Farfetch'dJapan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong

Generation Two

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The second generation features Pokémon in less popular regions, with fewer creatures compared to the first or third generations. Heracross is relatively easy to catch, while Corsola requires specific conditions.

NameRegion
HeracrossCentral and South American regions
CorsolaTropical 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 most found in North and South America, requiring no specific conditions for capture.

NameRegion
VolbeatEurope, Asia, Australia
Zangoose
IllumiseAmerica and Africa
LunatoneWestern Hemisphere – West of Greenwich Meridian Line in Europe and Africa, North and South America
SolrockEastern Hemisphere – East of Greenwich Meridian Line in Europe and Africa, Asia, Australia, Middle East
SeviperAmerica and Africa
RelicanthNew Zealand, adjacent islands
TropiusAfrica, Middle East
TorkoalWestern Asia, Southeast Asia

Generation Four

Generation Four pokemon goImage: ensigame.com

The fourth generation includes fewer but interesting Pokémon, predominantly found in Europe, often in crowded places.

NameRegion
CarnivineUSA (Southeast)
PachirisuAlaska, Canada, Russia
Mime Jr.Europe
MespritEurope, Africa, Asia, Middle East
AzelfNorth and South America, Greenland
UxieAsia-Pacific
ChatotSouthern Hemisphere
ShellosPink: Western Hemisphere. Blue: Eastern Hemisphere

Generation Five

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The fifth generation features Pokémon with unique habitats, including Egypt and Greece, showcasing a variety of types and regions.

NameRegion
ThrohNorth and South America, Africa
PansearEurope, Middle East, India, Africa
MaractusMexico, Central and South America
PanpourNorth and South America, Greenland
BouffalantNew York
PansageAsia-Pacific Region
HeatmorEurope, Asia, Australia
DurantNorth and South America, Africa
BasculinRed: Eastern Hemisphere. Blue: Western Hemisphere
SawkEurope, Asia, Australia
SigilyphEgypt, Greece

Generation Six

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The sixth generation has fewer Pokémon, scattered across various regions, each requiring a unique journey to capture.

NameRegion
Furfrou (Debutante)America
Furfrou (Diamond)Europe, Middle East, Africa
Furfrou (Star)Asia-Pacific
Furfrou (La Reine)France
Furfrou (Kabuki)Japan
Furfrou (Pharaoh)Egypt
FlabebeEurope, Middle East, Africa
KlefkiEverywhere, but most often spotted in: Brussels and Antwerp, Basel and Lausanne, Turin, Logroño, Kaiserslautern, Freiburg im Breisgau, and Karlsruhe
HawluchaMexico
VivillonEverywhere

Generation Seven

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The seventh generation includes travel enthusiasts, found in nearly every part of the world, making them perfect companions for your next vacation.

NameRegion
StakatakaEastern Hemisphere
BlacephalonWestern Hemisphere
ComfeyHawaii
OricorioEurope, Middle East, Africa, America, Pacific and Caribbean Islands
CelesteelaSouthern Hemisphere
KartanaNorthern Hemisphere

Generation Eight

The eighth generation features only Stonjourner. To add this unique Pokémon to your collection, explore landmarks in the United Kingdom.

Generation Eight pokemon goImage: ensigame.com

We hope this guide to regional Pokémon has been helpful. Have you caught any of these fascinating creatures? Share your experiences in the comments below!

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