Wormadam Pokemon Guide

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Wormadam Pokemon Guide

Wormadam is a Bug / Grass-type Pokemon. This guide covers Wormadam’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview.

Bug type Pokemon icon
Grass type Pokemon icon

Plant Cloak

Wormadam

Sandy Cloak

Wormadam Sandy Cloak

wormadam-sandy

Trash Cloak

Wormadam Trash Cloak

wormadam-trash

Shiny Form

Shiny Wormadam

Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Wormadam 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.

Wormadam Description

Wormadam is the female evolution of Burmy. It has three cloak forms: Plant Cloak, Sandy Cloak and Trash Cloak, each with a different secondary typing.

Competitive Overview

Is Wormadam Good in Competitive?

Wormadam is a niche defensive Pokemon. Its value changes heavily by form, with Trash Cloak offering a useful Bug and Steel typing while Plant and Sandy Cloak offer different resistances and coverage.

Wormadam Quick Facts

Here are the key facts to know about Wormadam, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.

Name

Wormadam

National Dex

#0413

Type

Bug type Pokemon icon
Grass type Pokemon icon

Bug / Grass

Species

Bagworm Pokemon

Height

1’08” / 0.5 m

Weight

14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg

Abilities

Anticipation, Overcoat

Wormadam Stats

Wormadam’s stat profile changes how it is used across Pokemon games. Use the stat block below for its latest base stat information.

Wormadam Best Moves Across Pokemon Games

These are some of Wormadam’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.

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Bug Buzz

Reliable Bug-type special damage.

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Energy Ball

A strong Grass-type attack for Plant Cloak sets.

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Earth Power

Useful Sandy Cloak coverage when available.

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Flash Cannon

Useful Trash Cloak coverage when available.

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Psychic

Coverage against Poison and Fighting-type Pokemon.

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Protect

Useful for scouting and defensive play.

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Quiver Dance

A powerful setup option when available.

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Rock Blast

Coverage in some movepools and formats.

Wormadam All Moves

Use the section below to view Wormadam’s move list by learn method.

Move data is not available yet.

Wormadam Typing, Weaknesses and Resistances

Wormadam is a Bug / Grass-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.

Type

Bug type Pokemon icon
Grass type Pokemon icon

Bug / Grass

Weaknesses

Fire type Pokemon icon
Flying type Pokemon icon
Poison type Pokemon icon
Rock type Pokemon icon
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Ice type Pokemon icon

Fire, Flying, Poison, Rock, Bug, Ice

Resistances

Water type Pokemon icon
Electric type Pokemon icon
Fighting type Pokemon icon
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Water, Electric, Fighting, Ground, Grass

Immunity

None

None

Wormadam Abilities

Wormadam’s abilities can affect its battle role across different Pokemon games and formats.

Anticipation

Anticipation is one of Wormadam’s abilities and can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.

Overcoat

Overcoat is one of Wormadam’s abilities and can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.

Wormadam Evolution

Here is the evolution information for Wormadam and its related Pokemon.

Stage 1

Burmy

Bug type Pokemon icon
burmy

Female Burmy evolves at Level 20.

Plant Cloak

Wormadam

Bug type Pokemon icon
Grass type Pokemon icon

Evolves from Plant Cloak Burmy.

Sandy Cloak

Wormadam Sandy Cloak

Bug type Pokemon icon
Ground type Pokemon icon
wormadam-sandy

Evolves from Sandy Cloak Burmy.

Trash Cloak

Wormadam Trash Cloak

Bug type Pokemon icon
Steel type Pokemon icon
wormadam-trash

Evolves from Trash Cloak Burmy.

Where to Find Wormadam in Pokemon Games

Wormadam’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for generation-by-generation location guidance.

Generation 4: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold and SoulSilver
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon Diamond box artPokemon Diamond Evolve female Burmy at Level 20. Burmy cloak determines form.
Pokemon Pearl box artPokemon Pearl Evolve female Burmy at Level 20. Burmy cloak determines form.
Pokemon Platinum box artPokemon Platinum Evolve female Burmy at Level 20. Burmy cloak determines form.
Pokemon HeartGold box artPokemon HeartGold Available through Bug-Catching Contest, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon.
Pokemon SoulSilver box artPokemon SoulSilver Available through Bug-Catching Contest, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon.
Generation 5: Black, White, Black 2 and White 2
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon Black box artPokemon Black Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon White box artPokemon White Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon Black 2 box artPokemon Black 2 Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon White 2 box artPokemon White 2 Trade or transfer from another game.
Generation 6: X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon X box artPokemon X Available through Kalos encounters, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon.
Pokemon Y box artPokemon Y Available through Kalos encounters, trade or transfer depending on the Pokemon.
Pokemon Omega Ruby box artPokemon Omega Ruby Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire box artPokemon Alpha Sapphire Trade or transfer from another game.
Generation 7: Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon Sun box artPokemon Sun Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon Moon box artPokemon Moon Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon Ultra Sun box artPokemon Ultra Sun Trade or transfer from another game.
Pokemon Ultra Moon box artPokemon Ultra Moon Trade or transfer from another game.
Generation 8: Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon Sword box artPokemon Sword Not available in this game.
Pokemon Shield box artPokemon Shield Not available in this game.
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond box artPokemon Brilliant Diamond Available in Sinnoh depending on encounter, evolution or fossil method.
Pokemon Shining Pearl box artPokemon Shining Pearl Available in Sinnoh depending on encounter, evolution or fossil method.
Pokemon Legends: Arceus box artPokemon Legends: Arceus Found in shaking trees or obtained by evolving female Burmy.
Generation 9: Scarlet, Violet and Legends Z-A
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon Scarlet box artPokemon Scarlet Use Pokemon HOME transfer if supported for this Pokemon.
Pokemon Violet box artPokemon Violet Use Pokemon HOME transfer if supported for this Pokemon.
Pokemon Legends Z-A box artPokemon Legends Z-A Location data not yet available.
Generation 10: Pokemon Winds and Waves
Game Where to Find Wormadam
Pokemon Winds and Waves box artPokemon Winds and Waves Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed.

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Wormadam FAQ

Here are quick answers to common questions about Wormadam. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.

What type is Wormadam?

Wormadam is a Bug / Grass-type Pokemon.

What is Wormadam weak against?

Wormadam is weak to Fire, Flying, Poison, Rock, Bug, Ice-type moves.

What are Wormadam’s abilities?

Wormadam’s abilities are Anticipation, Overcoat.

Does Wormadam evolve?

Evolves from Trash Cloak Burmy.

What are Wormadam’s best moves?

Wormadam’s best moves often include Bug Buzz, Energy Ball, Earth Power, Flash Cannon.

Is Wormadam good in Pokemon?

Wormadam is a niche defensive Pokemon. Its value changes heavily by form, with Trash Cloak offering a useful Bug and Steel typing while Plant and Sandy Cloak offer different resistances and coverage.

How do you get Wormadam?

Wormadam’s availability changes by game. Check the location tables above for generation-by-generation guidance.

Does Wormadam have a Mega Evolution?

No, Wormadam does not have a Mega Evolution.



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