Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoenn | Route 111 | Walking | 20–22 |
| Sinnoh | Route 228 | WalkingBefore National Dex | 50 |
| Sinnoh | Route 228 | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 50 |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 50
- Attack
- 85
- Defense
- 40
- Sp. Attack
- 85
- Sp. Defense
- 40
- Speed
- 35
Abilities · Sand Veil
Hidden ability · Water Absorb
Size · 0.4 m · 51.3 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Cacturne · Level 32
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Cacnea
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Poison Sting |
| 1 | Leer |
| 4 | Absorb |
| 7 | Growth |
| 10 | Leech Seed |
| 13 | Sand Attack |
| 16 | Bullet Seed |
| 19 | Power Trip |
| 22 | Ingrain |
| 26 | Payback |
| 30 | Spikes |
| 34 | Sucker Punch |
| 38 | Pin Missile |
| 42 | Energy Ball |
| 46 | Cotton Spore |
| 50 | Sandstorm |
| 54 | Destiny Bond |