Volbeat is a Bug-type region-exclusive Pokémon from the Hoenn region. It does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon. It is the male counterpart of Illumise.
Pokédex description[]
Firefly Pokémon
With the arrival of night, Volbeat emits light from its tail. It communicates with others by adjusting the intensity and flashing of its light. This Pokémon is attracted by the sweet aroma of Illumise.
- Volbeat's cry
Possible attacks[]
Fast attacks[]
15 (10)
5 (10)
Charged attacks[]
100 (27)
75 (26)
80 (32)
Evolution family[]
Volbeat is part of a one-member family.
Availability[]
- Volbeat was released at the start of Hoenn Celebration 2018 on February 9th, 2018.
- It is available only in Europe, Asia and Australia.
- Shiny form of Volbeat was released at the start of Buddy Up on April 21st, 2020.
Method | Maximum CP | Details |
---|---|---|
Wild |
1,518 1,644 (weather boosted) |
In wild since 2018 Feb 9
Increased spawns in: |
Eggs |
1,012 |
Increased chance/Previously in: |
Raid Battles |
1,012 1,265 (weather boosted) |
Tier 1 CP 5,206
Visit List of Raid Bosses changes for complete appearance |
Research tasks |
759 | Field Research: Catch 10 Bug-type Pokémon: Bug Out 2022 Send 3 Gifts to friends: Valentine's Day 2021 Take a snapshot of your buddy: Buddy Up Special Research/Timed Research: Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn - Chasing Legends - 3rd part: Catch 1 Groudon |