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    Cacnea

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    Cacnea is a Grass-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Grass-type Pokémon, Cacnea is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves.

    Cacnea's maximum Combat Power stat is 1404 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Sucker Punch and Seed Bomb. Cacnea encounters are boosted during Sunny weather. Shiny Cacnea is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP1404 CP
    Attack156 ATK
    Defense74 DEF
    Stamina137 HP
    Buddy distance3 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Cacnea Type Chart

    Cacnea takes increased damage from:Cacnea takes increased damage from:
    +60.0%
    • Bug
    • Fire
    • Flying
    • Ice
    • Poison
    Cacnea takes reduced damage from:Cacnea takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Electric
    • Grass
    • Ground
    • Water

    Cacnea's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
    Grass Grass-type Attacker
    Sand Attack / Seed Bomb    		UnknownExternal Link#274

    Cacnea's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Cacnea's best moveset is Sucker Punch and Seed Bomb, with 6.49 DPS (damage per second) and 36.1 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Fog and Sunny weather.
    • DPS6.49
    • TDO36.06
    • Weather
      • fog
      • sunny
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.DarkSucker Punch GrassSeed Bomb 6.4936.19.4
        2.GroundSand Attack GrassSeed Bomb 6.2935.09.1
        3.DarkSucker Punch GrassGrass Knot 6.2834.99.1
        4.GroundSand Attack GrassGrass Knot 6.2334.69.0
        5.DarkSucker Punch GrassTrailblaze 6.0033.48.7
        6.DarkSucker Punch FightingBrick Break 5.9633.18.6
        7.GroundSand Attack GrassTrailblaze 5.7832.18.4
        8.PoisonPoison Sting GrassSeed Bomb 5.7832.18.4
        1 of 2
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Cacnea's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Cacnea's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Cacnea has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • DarkSucker PunchDamage5Energy6Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Sucker Punch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage5
          Energy6
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.1s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage8
          Energy7

          Effects
          Sucker Punch has no special effects.
          See Sucker Punch details page ↗
        • PoisonPoison StingDamage4Energy6Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Poison Sting
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • PoisonPoison
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • GhostGhost
          • 39.1%
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage4
          Energy6
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy9

          Effects
          Poison Sting has no special effects.
          See Poison Sting details page ↗
        • GroundSand AttackDamage4Energy7Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Sand Attack
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage4
          Energy7
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.6s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage2
          Energy4

          Effects
          Sand Attack has no special effects.
          See Sand Attack details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • GrassSeed BombDamage55Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Seed Bomb
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy45

          Effects
          Seed Bomb has no special effects.
          See Seed Bomb details page ↗
        • FightingBrick BreakDamage40Energy33Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Brick Break
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage40
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window0.7s - 1.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage40
          Energy40

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Brick Break has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Brick Break details page ↗
        • GrassGrass KnotDamage90Energy50Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Grass Knot
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage90
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.6s - 2.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage90
          Energy50

          Effects
          Grass Knot has no special effects.
          See Grass Knot details page ↗
        • DarkPaybackDamage95Energy100Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Payback
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage95
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window0.9s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy60

          Effects
          Payback has no special effects.
          See Payback details page ↗
        • GrassTrailblazeDamage65Energy50Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Trailblaze
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage65
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.2s - 1.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Trailblaze has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          See Trailblaze details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Cacnea's has 1404 max CP (at Level 50). A Cacnea obtained from Raids can be encountered from 658 CP to 709 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 822 CP to 887 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Cacnea can be found in the 493 CP to 532 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP1404 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch493 CP - 532 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs658 CP - 709 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids658 CP - 709 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        822 CP - 887 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Cacnea Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        117 CP255 CP392 CP
        4130 CP5167 CP6205 CP
        7242 CP8280 CP9317 CP
        10355 CP11390 CP12425 CP
        13461 CP14496 CP15532 CP
        16567 CP17603 CP18638 CP
        19674 CP20709 CP21745 CP
        22780 CP23816 CP24851 CP
        25887 CP26922 CP27958 CP
        28993 CP291029 CP301064 CP
        311082 CP321100 CP331118 CP
        341135 CP351153 CP361171 CP
        371188 CP381206 CP391224 CP
        401242 CP411257 CP421273 CP
        431289 CP441305 CP451322 CP
        461338 CP471354 CP481371 CP
        491387 CP501404 CP

        Cacnea evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of CacneaCacnea
        • 50 Candy50 Candy
        		Thumbnail image of CacturneCacturne
        • Cacnea evolves into Cacturne which costs 50 Candy.

        Cacnea family

        A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Cacnea in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

        Official artwork of CacneaCacnea
        Official artwork of CacturneCacturne
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow CacneaShadow Cacnea
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow CacturneShadow Cacturne

        Cacnea in the meta

        Cacnea in the meta

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

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        Mega Pokémon that boost Cacnea

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Cacnea's Grass-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Cacnea.

        Grass Grass

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Cacnea in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Cacnea, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                Pokédex information

                Hoenn
                Pokédex Number#331
                Height0.41 m
                Weight51.3 kg
                RegionGeneration 3
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate20%
                Base Flee Rate0%
                Catch rewards
                Candy3
                Stardust100
                Additional Move Cost
                Candy50
                Stardust50000

                Size information

                XXSXSMXLXXL
                Cacnea scaled to 0.3681764705882353x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Cacnea scaled to 0.37058823529411766x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Cacnea scaled to 0.4911764705882353x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmCacnea scaled to 0.611764705882353x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Cacnea scaled to 0.7323529411764707x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                0.2 m0.21 m0.41 m0.62 m0.82 m

                Cacnea's height ranges from 0.2 m to 0.82 m, with the average being 0.41 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

                Size bounds

                This table shows the size bounds of Cacnea in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                SizeLower boundUpper bound
                XXS0.2009 m0.205 m
                0′08″0′08″
                XS0.205 m0.41 m
                0′08″1′04″
                M0.3075 m0.5125 m
                1′00″1′08″
                XL0.5125 m0.615 m
                1′08″2′00″
                XXL0.615 m0.82 m
                2′00″2′08″

                Encounter data

                Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
                Movement Timer11s
                Jump Time2s
                Attack Probability20.0%
                Attack Timer20s
                Dodge Probability10.0%
                Dodge Duration0.0s
                Dodge Distance1
                Min Action Frequency1s
                Max Action Frequency2s

                Cacnea Pokédex entries

                Hoenn
                VersionsPokédex entry
                RubyCACNEA lives in arid locations such as deserts. It releases a strong aroma from its flower to attract prey. When prey comes near, this POKéMON shoots sharp thorns from its body to bring the victim down.
                SapphireThe more arid and harsh the environment, the more pretty and fragrant a flower CACNEA grows. This POKéMON battles by wildly swinging its thorny arms.
                EmeraldCACNEA live in deserts with virtually no rainfall. It battles by swinging its thick, spiked arms. Once a year, a yellow flower blooms.
                FireRed, LeafGreenIt prefers harsh environments such as deserts. It can survive for 30 days on water stored in its body.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2By storing water in its body, this desert dweller can survive for 30 days without water.
                HeartGold, SoulSilverIt lives in arid locations. Its yellow flowers bloom once a year.
                XIt lives in arid locations. Its yellow flowers bloom once a year.
                YIt prefers harsh environments such as deserts. It can survive for 30 days on water stored in its body.
                Omega RubyCacnea lives in arid locations such as deserts. It releases a strong aroma from its flower to attract prey. When prey comes near, this Pokémon shoots sharp thorns from its body to bring the victim down.
                Alpha SapphireThe more arid and harsh the environment, the more pretty and fragrant a flower Cacnea grows. This Pokémon battles by wildly swinging its thorny arms.

                Sprites

                Photobomb

                Regular and Shiny Cacnea

                Cacnea high resolution sprites

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Cacnea. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                Wallpaper

                CacneaCacneaCacneaCacnea

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Cacnea’s strengths and weaknesses?

                As a Grass-type Pokémon, Cacnea is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Cacnea in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Cacnea in Pokémon GO are Sucker Punch and Seed Bomb. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 6.488 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 36.064.

                How does Cacnea perform in Raids?

                Cacnea's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                How does Cacnea rank as a Grass-type attacker?

                Cacnea's performance as a Grass-type attacker is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Cacnea?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Cacnea: Mega Venusaur, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, and Mega Abomasnow.

                What is Cacnea’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                Cacnea’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1242 CP and 1404 CP at Level 50.

                Can Cacnea be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Cacnea can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Cacnea Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Cacnea cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.