151·#12·2023
Butterfree, the iconic Bug/Flying type Pokémon from Generation I, is beloved for its graceful appearance and its significant role in the anime and games, evolving from the humble Caterpie. This specific card, #012 from the 2023 Scarlet & Violet—151 set, is a common variant that beautifully captures the essence of this classic Pokémon, standing out with its vibrant Tika Matsuno artwork. Here, visitors will find comprehensive details including Butterfree's Pokédex lore, its two distinct attacks with their energy costs and effects, its weakness, and the historical context of its edition.
Read more ↓Butterfree, the Butterfly Pokémon, is a Bug/Flying type known for its elegant wings and ability to scatter toxic scales. It was first introduced in Generation I, evolving from Metapod, which in turn evolves from Caterpie. Butterfree's natural habitat often includes forests and flower fields, where it can be found collecting honey, which it carries back to its nest on the hairs of its legs. Its diet primarily consists of nectar and pollen. In the Pokémon games, Butterfree is an early-game staple, often used for its status-inflicting moves like Sleep Powder and Stun Spore, and its compound eyes ability which boosts accuracy. In the anime, Ash's Butterfree is famously known for its emotional departure, a poignant moment highlighting themes of growth and letting go. Its design, reminiscent of a real-life butterfly, has made it a beloved and recognizable Pokémon across generations, symbolizing transformation and natural beauty. Butterfree's Bug/Flying typing gives it a unique set of resistances and weaknesses, making it strategically interesting in battles, particularly vulnerable to Rock-type attacks but resistant to Grass and Fighting types.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
