Metapod

Metapod is a Pokémon species in the Pokémon franchise. It is the evolved form of Caterpie and evolves into Butterfree. Metapod is a Bug-type Pokémon. Its appearance is that of a green, chrysalis-like creature with a large, round body and a prominent head. It has two black eyes and a small mouth. Its body is covered in a hard shell, which it uses for protection.

Metapod is known for its defensive capabilities. It is unable to move much and spends most of its time hardening its shell to prepare for evolution. Its primary attack is Harden, which increases its Defense stat. This makes it a difficult Pokémon to damage. Despite its limited offensive options, Metapod's resilience is a key part of its evolution into the more capable Butterfree.

In the Pokémon anime and games, Metapod are often depicted as docile creatures. They are found in forests and grassy areas, typically in large numbers due to their relatively common pre-evolution, Caterpie. Their evolutionary stage is a crucial period, symbolizing a transition and transformation. Trainers often raise Metapod to witness its eventual transformation into the more versatile Butterfree, which possesses both Bug and Flying-type abilities. Metapod's existence highlights the life cycle and developmental stages common to many Pokémon.