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Regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO: Where to Catch Them

Author : Penelope

Mar 26,2025

In the world of Pokémon GO, regional Pokémon add an exciting layer of exploration and adventure. These unique creatures are tied to specific locations across the globe, encouraging players to travel and discover new places. Initially starting with just one, the number of regional Pokémon has now grown to an impressive dozen across various generations. In this guide, we'll explore these regional Pokémon and provide you with the exact locations where you can catch them.

What are Regional Pokémon?

Regional Pokémon are special creatures that can only be found in specific regions of the world. To catch them, you might need to embark on a journey to different countries or continents. This aspect of the game not only unites players but also fosters a community of like-minded explorers.

Due to the vast number of regional Pokémon and their diverse locations, creating a comprehensive Pokémon GO regional map is impractical. Instead, we've organized these Pokémon by their generational appearance to make your quest easier.

Generation One

The first generation of regional Pokémon is widely distributed, making them accessible in bustling areas like halls, cinemas, and shopping centers.

Generation One pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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

Generation Two

The second generation's regional Pokémon are found in less popular countries, with fewer species compared to the first and third generations. Heracross is relatively easy to catch, while Corsola requires specific conditions.

Generation Two pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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

Generation Three

The third generation's Pokémon are scattered worldwide, requiring a global journey to complete your collection. Most can be found in North and South America, and they don't require specific conditions to catch.

Generation Three pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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

The fourth generation's list, while shorter, includes many interesting Pokémon. Most are found in Europe, which narrows down the countries you need to visit. These Pokémon often appear in crowded places, making your search more manageable.

Generation Four pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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

The fifth generation's Pokémon are notable for their diverse habitats, including Egypt and Greece. They represent various types and have chosen different countries for their homes.

Generation Five pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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

The sixth generation has fewer Pokémon than the fifth, and they are scattered globally. Choose your target and embark on an unforgettable journey to catch them.

Generation Six pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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

The seventh generation's Pokémon are true travel enthusiasts, found in almost every part of the world. Plan your next vacation and you're likely to encounter one of these fighters.

Generation Seven pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

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, which can be found in the United Kingdom. Explore its landmarks outside the city to catch this unique Pokémon.

Generation Eight pokemon go Image: ensigame.com

We hope this guide has been helpful in identifying regional Pokémon and their locations. Have you already caught these unique creatures? Share your experiences with us in the comments!