Wurmple (ケムッソ, Kemusso) is a Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.
Wurmple evolves into either Silcoon or Cascoon depending on its personality[citation needed] starting at level 7.
Biology
Physiology
Wurmple is a small and larval caterpillar-like Pokémon. The top part of its long body is bright scarlet red, while its segmented underbelly is cream-colored. It has ten stubby white legs. It has many spines all over its body, including a long red spine atop its head, a yellow spike on its forehead, and two yellow spines protruding from its rear. With the spikes on its tail, Wurmple takes away tree bark to get sap. It has large yellow eyes with black pupils.
Behavior
Wurmple primarily defend themselves using the two spikes on their rears. When in trouble, they can secrete poison out of these barbs and raise their hindquarters up to deter potential predators--specifically the Swellow and Starly who consider Wurmple their preferred prey.Wurmple feed on tree sap; they use their spikes to peel back bark and feed on the exposed resin that oozes out. They spend most of their time on trees.Wurmple are voracious eaters, as they need to store a good deal of energy for evolution. It is believed that a Wurmple's personality is the primary determining factor in its evolutionary path. Outgoing, cheerful Wurmple tend to evolve into Silcoon, while introverted, downcast ones seem to evolve into Cascoon.
Natural Abilities
The bottoms of their feet have tiny suction cups strong enough to allow them to inch upside-down even on glass surfaces.they can shoot a white fluid out of their mouths that turns sticky in contact with air--silk. The substance entangles and inhibits predators, giving Wurmple time to flee.
Game data
Pokédex entries
- Ruby
Using the spikes on its rear end, Wurmple peels the bark off trees and feeds on the sap that oozes out. This Pokémon's feet are tipped with suction pads that allow it to cling to glass without slipping.
- Sapphire
Wurmple is targeted by Swellow as prey. This Pokémon will try to resist by pointing the spikes on its rear at the attacking predator. It will weaken the foe by leaking poison from the spikes.
- FireRed
It lives amidst tall grass and in forests. When attacked, it resists by pointing its venomous spikes at the foe.
- LeafGreen
It lives amidst tall grass and in forests. When attacked, it resists by pointing its venomous spikes at the foe.
- Emerald
It sticks to tree branches and eats leaves. The thread it spits from its mouth, which becomes gooey when it touches air, slows the movement of its foes.
- Diamond
It loves to eat leaves. If it is attacked by a Starly, it will defend itself with its spiked rear.
- Pearl
It spits a white silk that turns sticky when it contacts air. It is used to immobilize foes.
- Platinum
Often targeted by bird Pokémon, it desperately resists by releasing poison from its tail spikes.
- HeartGold
It lives among the tall grass and in forests. It repels attacks by raising up the spikes on its rear.
- SoulSilver
It lives among the tall grass and in forests. It repels attacks by raising up the spikes on its rear.
- Black
Often targeted by bird Pokémon, it desperately resists by releasing poison from its tail spikes.
- White
Often targeted by bird Pokémon, it desperately resists by releasing poison from its tail spikes.
- Black 2
Often targeted by bird Pokémon, it desperately resists by releasing poison from its tail spikes.
- White 2
Often targeted by bird Pokémon, it desperately resists by releasing poison from its tail spikes.
- X
It loves to eat leaves. If it is attacked by a Starly, it will defend itself with its spiked rear.
- Y
It lives among the tall grass and in forests. It repels attacks by raising up the spikes on its rear.
- Omega Ruby
Using the spikes on its rear end, Wurmple peels the bark off trees and feeds on the sap that oozes out. This Pokémon's feet are tipped with suction pads that allow it to cling to glass without slipping.
- Alpha Sapphire
Wurmple is targeted by Swellow as prey. This Pokémon will try to resist by pointing the spikes on its rear at the attacking predator. It will weaken the foe by leaking poison from the spikes.
- Legends: Arceus
Likes sap and is abundant in the wild. Why it evolves into various different forms is unknown. One cannot tell from a Wurmple's appearance which form it will take when it evolves.
Locations
| Locations | ||
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| Version(s) | Area(s) | Rarity |
| Ruby and Sapphire | Routes 101, 102, 104, Petalburg Woods | Common |
| FireRed and LeafGreen | Trade | None |
| Emerald | Routes 101, 102, 104, Petalburg Woods | Common |
| Diamond and Pearl | Eterna Forest, Honey trees | Common |
| Platinum | Routes 204, 205, Eterna Forest, Honey trees | Common |
| HeartGold and SoulSilver | Headbutt Trees, Bug-Catching Contest (after obtaining National Pokédex) | Unknown |
| Black and White | White Forest (White only) | Common |
Side game locations
| Locations | |
|---|---|
| Game(s) | Area(s) |
| Pokémon Trozei! | Secret Storage 7 Secret Storage 16 Endless Level 12 Mr. Who's Den |
| Red Rescue Team & Blue Rescue Team | Joyous Tower (1F-2F) |
| Explorers of Time & Explorers of Darkness | Mystifying Forest (B1F-B13F) Mystery Jungle (B1F-B29F) Midnight Forest (B1F-B21F) |
| Pokémon Ranger | Olive Jungle |
Stats
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Type effectiveness
| Damage taken | Types | |
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None | |
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| Note: If a type is not listed, it means it does normal damage to the Pokémon. | ||
Learnset
By leveling up
| Generation VII | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| 1 | Tackle | 
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Physical | 40 | 100% | 35 |
| 1 | String Shot | 
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Status | — | 95% | 40 |
| 5 | Poison Sting | 
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Physical | 15 | 100% | 35 |
| 15 | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By tutoring
| Generation VII | ||||||
| Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| USUM | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| USUM | Electroweb | 
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Special | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| USUM | Snore |
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Special | 50 | 100% | 15 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By leveling up
| Generation VI | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| 1 | Tackle |
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Physical | 50 | 100% | 35 |
| 1 | String Shot |
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Status | — | 95% | 40 |
| 5 | Poison Sting |
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Physical | 15 | 100% | 35 |
| 15 | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By tutoring
| Generation VI | ||||||
| Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| ORAS | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| ORAS | Electroweb |
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Special | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| ORAS | Snore |
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Special | 50 | 100% | 15 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By leveling up
| Generation V | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| 1 | Tackle |
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Physical | 50 | 100% | 35 |
| 1 | String Shot |
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Status | — | 95% | 40 |
| 5 | Poison Sting |
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Physical | 15 | 100% | 35 |
| 15 | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By tutoring
| Generation V | ||||||
| Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| B2W2 | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| B2W2 | Electroweb |
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Special | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| B2W2 | Snore |
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Special | 40 | 100% | 15 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By leveling up
| Generation IV | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| 1 | Tackle |
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Physical | 35 | 95% | 35 |
| 1 | String Shot |
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Status | — | 95% | 40 |
| 5 | Poison Sting |
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Physical | 15 | 100% | 35 |
| 15PtHGSS | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By tutoring
| Generation IV | ||||||
| Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| HGSS | Bug Bite |
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Pt / HGSS | Snore |
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Special | 40 | 100% | 15 |
| HGSS | String Shot |
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Status | — | 95% | 40 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By leveling up
| Generation III | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| 1 | Tackle |
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Physical | 35 | 95% | 35 |
| 1 | String Shot |
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Status | — | 95% | 40 |
| 5 | Poison Sting |
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Physical | 15 | 100% | 35 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
Sprites
Appearances
Anime
Both May and Jessie owned Wurmple that evolved into Beautifly and Dustox, respectively. Goh caught three Wurmple in PJ007: Serving Up the Flute Cup!.
Trivia
- In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, wild Wurmple can be found either holding a Bright Powder or a Pecha Berry. Wild Wurmple caught holding a Pecha Berry will evolve into Cascoon, while Wurmple caught holding a Bright Powder will evolve into Silcoon. This appears to help identify which "-coon" Wurmple might evolve into.
- Wurmple, along with Caterpie and Weedle take the least amount of levels to evolve, with 7.
Origin
Wurmple is based on a pipevine swallowtail caterpillar, who is red in color and covered in spines.
Etymology
Wurmple may come from "worm" and "rumple" (as its skin is rumpled and spiny).
Gallery
See also
- Pokémon.com Pokédex
- Legendary Pokémon data
- The Pokémon Database
- Pokémon Dream Pokédex data
- Psypokes Psydex data
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