Metapod (Pokémon)

Metapod (Japanese: トランセル Trancell) is a  Pokémon.

It evolves from starting at level 7 and evolves into  starting at level 10.

Physiology
While Metapod is classified as a cocoon Pokémon, it bears more resemblance to a serpentine chrysalis. Its soft body is protected by a hard outer shell while it undergoes metamorphosis. While this shell is said to be as hard as steel, a large sudden impact could cause its vulnerable body to pop out, leaving it completely exposed. It shares many physiological and behavioral characteristics with, suggesting a possible relation.

Gender differences
None.

Special abilities
Metapod possess a very limited range of movement. However, by using moves that, they can protect themselves from most kinds of enemies. If it is evolved from a Caterpie it can retain abilities of  and.

In the anime, despite its idle state it can move and battle, with several ones being able to move and attack its opponent.

Behavior
In order to conserve as much energy as possible, Metapod generally remain motionless. They can be very difficult to spot in the wild, because their green coloration helps them blend in with the treetop canopies. If an enemy discovers Metapod, it is unable to do anything other than harden its outer shell. While this is enough to deter most predators, it does not offer complete protection, as the Metapod's insides remain soft and vulnerable. Its second line of defense is to drop out of the trees using. Because of its vulnerability, Metapod evolve rapidly into their final evolutionary stage.

Habitat
Metapod can often be found in wooded areas, such as Viridian Forest. They dangle themselves from leafy canopies using. They can be found in Kanto and Johto.

Diet
Metapod does not eat. It relies on the energy it stored as a.