Pokemon Guide
Burmy is a Bug-type Pokemon. This guide covers Burmy’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview.
Plant Cloak
Sandy Cloak
Trash Cloak
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Burmy guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Competitive |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Burmy is a Bug-type Pokemon known for its cloak forms and unusual gender-based evolution. It changes cloak style based on the environment, and it can evolve into Wormadam or Mothim depending on gender.
Competitive Overview
Burmy is not usually a serious competitive pick because of its low stats, but its form mechanic and access to utility moves make it an interesting early-stage Pokemon for collection and evolution coverage.
Here are the key facts to know about Burmy, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Burmy
National Dex
#0412
Type
Bug
Species
Bagworm Pokemon
Height
0’08” / 0.2 m
Weight
7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg
Abilities
Shed Skin, Overcoat
Burmy’s stat profile changes how it is used across Pokemon games. Use the stat block below for its latest base stat information.
These are some of Burmy’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
Helps Burmy scout attacks and stay safe for a turn.
A simple Bug-type attack with utility in several games.
A basic early-game damage option.
Lowers the target’s Speed and fits Burmy’s early support role.
A Bug-type attack that can lower Special Attack.
A former coverage option in older games.
A situational move in games where Burmy can use sleep-based options.
A Speed-control option when available by tutor or special method.
Use the section below to view Burmy’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Burmy is a Bug-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.
Type
Bug
Weaknesses
Fire, Flying, Rock
Resistances
Fighting, Ground, Grass
Immunity
None
None
Burmy’s abilities can affect its battle role across different Pokemon games and formats.
Shed Skin is one of Burmy’s abilities and can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Overcoat is one of Burmy’s abilities and can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Here is the evolution information for Burmy and its related Pokemon.
Stage 1
Starting form
Female Evolution
Female Burmy evolves at Level 20. Cloak determines Wormadam form.
Male Evolution
Male Burmy evolves at Level 20.
Burmy’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for generation-by-generation location guidance.
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Honey trees across Sinnoh routes and areas. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Honey trees across Sinnoh routes and areas. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Honey trees across Sinnoh routes and areas. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Available through Bug-Catching Contest, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Available through Bug-Catching Contest, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon. |
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Available through Kalos encounters, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Y |
Available through Kalos encounters, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Available in Sinnoh depending on encounter, evolution or fossil method. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Available in Sinnoh depending on encounter, evolution or fossil method. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Found in shaking trees in multiple Hisui areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Use Pokemon HOME transfer if supported for this Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Use Pokemon HOME transfer if supported for this Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Burmy |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Burmy. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Burmy is a Bug-type Pokemon.
Burmy is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves.
Burmy’s abilities are Shed Skin, Overcoat.
Male Burmy evolves at Level 20.
Burmy’s best moves often include Protect, Bug Bite, Tackle, String Shot.
Burmy is not usually a serious competitive pick because of its low stats, but its form mechanic and access to utility moves make it an interesting early-stage Pokemon for collection and evolution coverage.
Burmy’s availability changes by game. Check the location tables above for generation-by-generation guidance.
No, Burmy does not have a Mega Evolution.
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