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Catch Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Locations Revealed

by Connor Apr 27,2025

In the immersive world of Pokémon GO, enthusiasts embark on thrilling quests to discover and capture a variety of creatures scattered across the globe. Among these, regional Pokémon stand out as unique treasures, exclusive to specific geographic locations. Initially, there was only one such Pokémon, but over time, the roster has grown to include a diverse array of over a dozen regional creatures. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the world of regional Pokémon, providing insights into their origins and pinpointing their habitats to help you on your quest to catch them all.

Table of Content ---

  • 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 fascinating creatures that are bound to specific regions of the world. To encounter these unique Pokémon, you might need to embark on a journey to another country or even a different continent. This aspect of the game not only fosters a sense of global community among players but also encourages travelers with shared interests to connect and explore together.

Creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is challenging due to the vast number of creatures and their varied habitats. To simplify your search, we've organized these regional Pokémon chronologically based on their introduction in the series.

Generation One

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The first generation of regional Pokémon is widely distributed, making them relatively easy to find in busy urban settings such as malls, cinemas, or shopping centers.

NameRegion
Mr. Mime Europe
Kangaskhan Australia
Tauros USA
Farfetch'd Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong

Generation Two

Generation Two pokemon goImage: ensigame.com

The second generation features fewer regional Pokémon, often found in less touristy areas. While Heracross is relatively straightforward to encounter, capturing Corsola requires meeting specific environmental conditions.

NameRegion
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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Pokémon from the third generation are spread across the world, encouraging a global adventure to complete your collection. Most can be found in North and South America, with fewer specific conditions to meet compared to the previous generation.

NameRegion
Volbeat Europe, Asia, Australia
Zangoose
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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While not as extensive as the third generation, the fourth generation offers a variety of intriguing Pokémon. Many are found in Europe, which narrows down your travel destinations. Their presence in crowded places further simplifies the search.

NameRegion
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's regional Pokémon are notable for their diverse habitats, from Egypt to Greece. This generation showcases a variety of types, each choosing distinct regions for their homes.

NameRegion
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 includes fewer regional Pokémon, scattered across various regions. Each Pokémon is unique, encouraging adventurers to choose their targets and embark on journeys to specific locales.

NameRegion
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's regional Pokémon are true globetrotters, found in nearly every corner of the world. Whether you're planning a vacation or a dedicated hunt, you're likely to encounter one of these adventurous creatures.

NameRegion
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 unique regional Pokémon found in the United Kingdom. To catch this elusive creature, venture beyond the city limits and explore the UK's scenic landmarks.

Generation Eight pokemon goImage: ensigame.com

We hope this detailed guide has shed light on the fascinating world of regional Pokémon, providing you with the knowledge needed to track down these exclusive creatures. Have you already added any of these regional Pokémon to your collection? We'd love to hear about your adventures in the comments below!

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