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The Bug type (むしタイプ, Mushi taipu?) is one of the eighteen Pokémon elemental types.

Bug-type Pokémon are characterized by their fast experience, as many of them don't take long to evolve. Most, but not all Bug-type Pokémon live in forests, though some of them are a little harder to find because they live atop the trees.

The majority of the Pokémon with this type are based on real-life invertebrates (spiders, scorpions, butterflies, moths, etc.).

From Generation V on, it is known that Bug-type Pokémon are preferred by artists, mostly because they have beautiful colors and have a stoic and cheerful character. It can be said that Bug-type Pokémon represent the beauty of nature. Many of their evolutionary lines are similar to the life cycles of insects like that of beetles and butterflies; i.e. the first stage like larvae, second like pupae, then its final evolution into its mature, adult form.

The known famous Bug-type Trainers are: Bugsy, the second Gym Leader of Azalea Town in Johto; Aaron, the first member of the Elite Four of the Pokémon League (Sinnoh); Burgh, the third Gym Leader of Castelia City in Unova; Viola, the first Gym Leader of Santalune City in Kalos; and Katy, the first Gym Leader of Cortondo Gym in Paldea.

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What are some real-life invertebrates that bug type Pokémon are based on? toggle section
Bug type Pokémon draw inspiration from a range of real-world invertebrates, including spiders, scorpions, butterflies, moths, and beetles. The evolutionary stages of these Pokémon often reflect the life cycles of these insects, transitioning from larvae-like stages to pupae, and finally to their adult forms. Additionally, some bug type Pokémon are modeled after venomous creatures like scorpions and centipedes.
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Where do most bug type Pokémon typically live? toggle section
Primarily, bug type Pokémon inhabit forests, with some residing atop trees. They are often based on real-life invertebrates such as spiders and butterflies. In colder climates, they bury themselves in dirt or leaves and are known to consume tree sap and honey. Some, like Pinsir, dwell in temperate forests and jungles, hiding in treetops or underground during cold nights.
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What characterizes bug type Pokémon in terms of their growth and evolution? toggle section
Bug type Pokémon, modeled after real-world invertebrates, exhibit rapid growth and quick evolution, reflecting insect life cycles. They typically evolve through three stages: larvae, pupae, and adult. Artists often favor these Pokémon for their bright colors and upbeat character, symbolizing nature's beauty. They retain memories from their pre-evolution stages. Most bug type Pokémon inhabit forests, some dwelling in treetops.
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How did the perception of bug type Pokémon change from Generation V onwards? toggle section
Starting from Generation V, bug type Pokémon gained popularity among artists due to their vibrant colors and cheerful demeanor, symbolizing nature's beauty. Their evolution often mirrors the life cycles of real-world insects, progressing from larvae-like stages to pupae, and finally to their mature forms.
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Who is a notable bug type gym leader in the Pokémon series? toggle section
In the Pokémon series, Bugsy stands out as a prominent bug type gym leader. He presides over the Azalea Town Gym in Johto. His extensive knowledge of bug type Pokémon has earned him the title 'Walking Bug Pokémon Encyclopedia.' Players get the opportunity to challenge Bugsy post their victory over Team Rocket in the Slowpoke Well. A win against Bugsy rewards the player with the Hive Badge.
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Bug-type moves[]

  • There are 34 Bug-type moves.
  • In battles: Physical moves stand out.
    • 15 moves are of the Physical type.
    • 6 moves are of the Special type.
    • 10 moves are of the Other type.
  • In contests: Clever moves stand out.
    • 8 moves are of the type.
    • 6 moves are of the type.
    • 5 moves are of the type.
    • 4 moves are of the type.
    • 2 moves are of the type.

List of Bug-type moves[]

Name Category Contest Generation Power
Attack Order Generation IV 90
Bug Bite [Notes 1] Generation IV 60
Bug Buzz [Notes 2] Generation IV 90
Defend Order Generation IV -
Fell Stinger Generation VI 30
First Impression - Generation VII 90
Fury Cutter Generation II 40-160[Notes 3]
G-Max Befuddle - - Generation VIII -
Heal Order Generation IV -
Infestation Generation VI 20
Leech Life Generation I 20
Lunge - Generation VII 80
Max Flutterby - - Generation VIII -
Megahorn Generation II 120
Pin Missile Generation I 25 (x2-5)[Notes 4]
Pollen Puff - Generation VII 90
Pounce - Generation IX 50
Powder Generation VI -
Quiver Dance Generation V -
Rage Powder Generation V -
Savage Spin-Out - - Generation VII -
Signal Beam Generation III 75
Silk Trap - Generation IX -
Silver Wind Generation III 60
Skitter Smack - Generation VIII 70
Spider Web Generation II -
Steamroller Generation V 65
Sticky Web Generation VI -
String Shot Generation I -
Struggle Bug Generation V 50[Notes 5]
Tail Glow Generation III -
Twineedle Generation I 25 (x2)
U-turn Generation IV 70
X-Scissor [Notes 6] Generation IV 80

Effectiveness of Bug-type moves[]

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Super effective against Pokémon of the types: ,  and .
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Not very effective against Pokémon of the types: , , , , ,  and .

Weaknesses and resistances of the Bug type[]

A type chart displaying the weaknesses and resistances of a Pokémon when damaged by a move. Empty fields are moves that do normal damage.

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Bug-type-Pokémon Trainers[]

Bug-type-Pokémon Gym Leaders[]

Leader Location Badge

Bugsy
Azalea Town, Johto Hive Badge
Hive Badge

Burgh
Castelia City, Unova Insect Badge
Insect Badge

Viola
Santalune City, Kalos Bug Badge
Bug Badge

Katy
Cortondo, Paldea Bug Badge
Bug Badge

Bug-type-Pokémon Elite Four Members[]

Competence Category

Aaron
Sinnoh Elite Four

Bug-type-Pokémon Special Trainers[]

Competence Category

Guzma
Team Skull Boss

Bug type records[]

Bug-type Pokémon[]

94 Pokémon are Bug type.

Pure Bug-type Pokémon[]

Primary Bug-type Pokémon[]

Secondary Bug-type Pokémon[]

Pokémon with Bug-type alternate formes[]

The following alternate formes of some Pokémon are also of the Bug type.

Relations with other types[]

  • They're strong against the Psychic type because they represent a common fear affecting the psychology of the mind. Further, some members of this type often don't have the mental capacity to be very susceptible to mental manipulation.
  • They're strong against the Grass type because members of this type commonly consume plants and similar organic material.
  • They're strong against the Dark type because members of this type are well adapted to operating in darkness and some bugs are capable of producing light. Also, criminals are often active at night, and when they least expect it, bugs can swarm around them.
  • They're weak against the Flying type because many members of this type are ground dwellers, vulnerable from attacks from up above. Further, many members of this type are commonly preyed upon by Flying type members. And bugs are light enough to be blown away by strong winds.
  • They're weak against the Fire type because fire consumes the exoskeletons endemic to members of this type rather easily, and where fire is both a bane and repellent to insects, either keeping them at bay with its increasing heat or drawing them into its flame with its light.
  • They're weak against the Rock type because the strength of their exoskeletons rarely can endure the weight or impact of rock or stone.
  • They resist the Ground type because many bugs like beetles live inside the ground. Also, bugs can dig their way out if they're buried in sand, dirt, or mud.
  • They resist the Fighting-type because it is difficult to hit an insect since they are small and move quickly.
  • The Fighting type resists them because the strength of their exoskeletons rarely can endure the weight or impact of physical blows.
  • The Poison type resists them because members of that type have developed natural resistances to poisons, rendering many poison-based bug attacks ineffective.
    • This type was vulnerable to Poison type attacks in Generation I, but this weakness was possibly removed due to members of this type's rapid adaptation to poisonous material.
  • The Ghost type resists them because members of this type cannot easily transcend the spiritual barrier members of that type hide behind in order to attack them. Also because parasites can't infect someone who is already dead.
  • The Steel type resists them because bugs and insects don't have enough force to make any physical change to metals.
  • The Fire type resists them because they can burn through their webbing and a bug cannot get too close without being burned.
  • The Fairy type resists them because many fairies live along bugs, and fairies can keep bugs under control.

Trivia[]

  • Interestingly, they're neutral against the Ice type instead of being weak to them, despite the fact that bugs are cold-blooded creatures, and have a difficult time surviving in cold temperatures. There are bugs that can cope with the cold, however.
  • An interesting fact about the Bug types is that they resist the Grass type despite the fact there are carnivorous plants like Venus flytraps which capture and eat bugs, and some Grass Pokemon are based off them.
  • Currently (unless Silvally holding a Bug Memory is counted), there are no Bug-type Legendary Pokémon, making it the only type to not have any Legendary Pokémon.
  • The Bug type is the most common among primary dual type Pokémon, with 62 different Pokémon being Bug-type as the primary type.
    • This type also has the least amount of Pokémon with Bug type as the secondary type with only 9 Pokémon.
  • No Pokémon gain the Bug type upon evolution. It shares this trait with the Normal type.
  • The Bug type was the last type to receive the Dark type with Lokix in Generation IX.
  • As of Generation IX, the only types that haven't been paired with the Bug-type are the Normal type and the Dragon type.

Notes[]

  1. ^ Before Generation VI, this was a -type move.
  2. ^ Before Generation VI, this was a -type move.
  3. ^ 20-160 until Generation V.
  4. ^ 14 (x2-5) until Generation V.
  5. ^ 30 in Generation V.
  6. ^ Before Generation VI, this was a -type move.
  7. ^ In Generation I, Poison-type moves were super effective on Bug-type Pokémon.
  8. ^ In Generation I, Poison-type moves were super effective on Bug/Flying-type Pokémon.
  9. ^ In Generation I, Poison-type moves were doubly super effective on Bug/Grass-type Pokémon.
  10. ^ In Generation I, Bug-type moves did normal damage on Bug/Poison-type Pokémon.
  11. ^ In Generation I, Poison-type moves did normal damage on Bug/Poison-type Pokémon.
  12. ^ Before Generation VI, Bug/Steel-type Pokémon were resistant to Dark-type moves.
  13. ^ Before Generation VI, Bug/Steel-type Pokémon were resistant to Ghost-type moves.
  14. ^ Due to the ability Multitype, equipped with the Insect Plate.
  15. ^ Due to the ability RKS System, equipped with the Bug Memory.