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beedrill-mega
Generation I · #10090 — Poison Bee Pokémon
Mega Beedrill is the Mega Evolved form of Beedrill, the final evolution in the Weedle evolutionary line that originated in Generation I. This form was introduced in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire as a dramatic power spike for the classic Bug/Poison-type Pokémon. By holding the Beedrillite, Beedrill undergoes a transformation that fundamentally reshapes its combat capabilities, increasing both its Attack and Speed stats dramatically while maintaining its iconic yellow coloration and venomous design. As a Mega Pokémon, Mega Beedrill represents the pinnacle of what this species can achieve, transforming from a simple early-game bug into a formidable late-game threat that can compete with significantly higher-level opponents. The introduction of Mega Evolution breathed new life into this Generation I classic, making it relevant in competitive play decades after its original introduction.
Base Stats
Height
1.4m
Weight
40.5kg
Category
Poison Bee Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
yellow
Shape
bug-wings
Habitat
forest
Abilities
Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.
Beedrill-mega Biology & Physical Characteristics
Mega Beedrill retains the core insectoid structure of its pre-Mega form but undergoes a significant physical transformation during Mega Evolution. Standing at 1.4 meters tall—a notable increase from Beedrill's standard 1.0 meter height—and weighing 40.5 kilograms, the Mega form becomes a more imposing and aggressive-looking creature. The transformation maintains Beedrill's distinctive yellow body, large red eyes, and black antennae with their characteristic sharp bends, but the stingers on its forelegs become even more pronounced and menacing. Its overall body composition becomes more streamlined and aerodynamic, reflecting its dramatically increased Speed stat of 145, compared to the base form's 75. The defensive structure of the exoskeleton appears reinforced in certain areas, though the Defense stat remains relatively low at 40, suggesting the Mega Evolution prioritizes agility and striking power over turtle-like durability. The three poisonous stingers—two on the forelegs and one on the tail—retain their role as the Pokémon's primary weapons, and they appear to secrete even more potent venom during the Mega Evolved state.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Beedrill-mega Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Mega Beedrill maintains the gender distribution of its pre-Mega form, with an exact 50% male to 50% female ratio among individuals of the species. This equal gender split is consistent across all evolutionary stages of the Weedle line, from Weedle through Kakuna to Beedrill and its Mega Evolved form. Beedrill belongs to the Bug egg group, which limits its breeding compatibility to other Pokémon within the same egg group. When breeding Beedrill, offspring will emerge as Weedle at level 1, beginning the standard three-stage evolutionary progression. The base happiness of Beedrill is 70, which is considered normal and moderate, suggesting the species maintains a reasonably docile temperament toward trainers despite its territorial aggression in the wild. With a hatch counter of 15 cycles, Beedrill eggs require approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps to hatch, placing it in the middle range of hatching times. The medium-fast growth rate means Beedrill reaches level 100 at a moderate pace, neither quickly nor slowly compared to other Pokémon species.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
poison-barb
type-enhancement
Held: Poison-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
poison-barb
type-enhancement
Held: Poison-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
poison-barb
type-enhancement
Held: Poison-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
poison-barb
type-enhancement
Held: Poison-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
poison-barb
type-enhancement
Held: Poison-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
poison-barb
type-enhancement
Held: Poison-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
yellow
tm03
red blue
tm03
blue japan
tm03
red green japan
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
tm06
emerald
tm06
firered leafgreen
tm06
diamond pearl
tm06
platinum
tm06
ruby sapphire
tm06
colosseum
tm06
black 2 white 2
tm06
xd
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beedrill-mega's Evolution Chain
Beedrill-mega Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Mega Beedrill is the Mega Evolved form of Beedrill, which itself evolves from Kakuna at level 10 in the standard evolution chain beginning with Weedle. To achieve Mega Evolution, a trainer must have Beedrill hold the Beedrillite and possess a compatible Mega Stone item during battle. The transformation results in a comprehensive stat redistribution that fundamentally alters Beedrill's role in combat. Most dramatically, the Attack stat surges from 90 to 150—a 60-point increase that nearly doubles its physical offensive capability. Equally impressive, the Speed stat jumps from 75 to 145, making Mega Beedrill one of the fastest Pokémon available to trainers during the mid-game stages where Mega Evolution becomes accessible. Meanwhile, the Special Attack stat plummets from 45 to 15, reflecting the Mega form's complete abandonment of special-based offense in favor of pure physical attack power. The HP and Special Defense remain unchanged at 65 and 80 respectively, while Defense stays at 40, resulting in a bulky offensive sweeper profile rather than a defensive wall. The total base stat sum reaches 495, making Mega Beedrill a genuinely competitive option compared to many non-Mega legendary Pokémon.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Beedrill-mega Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Mega Beedrill exhibits intensely territorial and aggressive behavior, particularly when protecting its nest. According to Pokédex entries, this Pokémon is extremely territorial, and no one should approach its nest for their own safety—a warning that takes on additional weight when considering the Mega form's enhanced combat prowess. When angered, Mega Beedrill will attack in a furious swarm formation with its colony members, though the individual Mega form itself becomes a devastating one-Pokémon assault. The Pokédex notes that Beedrill can take down any opponent with its powerful poison stingers, and this capability is exponentially multiplied in its Mega Evolved state. As a flying insect, Mega Beedrill inhabits areas with abundant vegetation and flowers, though it prefers to establish nests in secluded locations where it can hunt and gather food undisturbed. The species uses its sharp, poisonous stings to defeat prey, then carries the victim back to its nest for sustenance, a behavior made far more efficient by the Mega form's increased Speed and Attack power.
Pokedex Entries
Generation I
Flies at high speed and attacks using its large venomous stingers on its forelegs and tail.
It has 3 poisonous stingers on its forelegs and its tail. They are used to jab its enemy repeatedly.
Generation II
It can take down any opponent with its powerful poi son stingers. It sometimes attacks in swarms.
It has three poison barbs. The barb on its tail secretes the most powerful poison.
It uses sharp, poisonous stings to defeat prey, then takes the victim back to its nest for food.
Generation III
BEEDRILL is extremely territorial. No one should ever approach its nest - this is for their own safety. If angered, they will attack in a furious swarm.
A BEEDRILL is extremely territorial. For safety reasons, no one should ever approach its nest. If angered, they will attack in a swarm.
May appear in a swarm. Flies at violent speeds, all the while stabbing with the toxic stinger on its rear.
It flies at high speed and attacks using the large venomous stingers on its forelegs and tail.
Generation IV
Its best attack involves flying around at high speed, striking with poison needles, then flying off.
It can take down any opponent with its powerful poison stingers. It sometimes attacks in swarms.
It has three poison barbs. The barb on its tail secretes the most powerful poison.
Generation V
Its best attack involves flying around at high speed, striking with poison needles, then flying off.
Its best attack involves flying around at high speed, striking with poison needles, then flying off.
Generation VI
It has three poisonous stingers on its forelegs and its tail. They are used to jab its enemy repeatedly.
May appear in a swarm. Flies at violent speeds, all the while stabbing with the toxic stinger on its rear.
Beedrill is extremely territorial. No one should ever approach its nest—this is for their own safety. If angered, they will attack in a furious swarm.
Generation VII
It has three poisonous stingers on its forelegs and its tail. They are used to jab its enemy repeatedly.
Beedrill-mega Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Beedrill derives from combining 'bee' with 'drill,' emphasizing both the insectoid nature and the drilling, piercing action of its primary attacks. The Japanese name 'Spear' (スピアー, Supiā) more directly references the piercing stinger weapons that define the species. Visually, Mega Beedrill appears to be inspired by aggressive wasp species and other predatory insects, maintaining the yellow coloration associated with warning coloration in nature while emphasizing the danger posed by the venomous stingers. The design philosophy reflects a progression from the relatively passive appearance of earlier stages in the evolutionary line toward an increasingly aggressive, combat-ready form. The Mega Evolution design takes this progression to its logical extreme, exaggerating the predatory aspects while maintaining the recognizable silhouette established in Generation I. The stingers themselves become the focal point of the design, representing biological weapons honed to lethal efficiency. This design philosophy aligns with the competitive typing of Bug/Poison, which combines the speed and fragility typically associated with insect Pokémon with the toxic hazard potential of poison-types.
Learnable Moves
Beedrill-mega can learn 64 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bug bite | bug | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| drill run | ground | Physical | 80 | 95 | 10 |
| electroweb | electric | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| fell stinger | bug | Physical | 50 | 100 | 25 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury attack | normal | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| infestation | bug | Special | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| mega drain | grass | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| peck | flying | Physical | 35 | 100 | 35 |
| pin missile | bug | Physical | 25 | 95 | 20 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| pursuit | dark | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| rage | normal | Physical | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| struggle bug | bug | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| toxic spikes | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| twineedle | bug | Physical | 25 | 100 | 20 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| venoshock | poison | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| x scissor | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
Beedrill-mega Competitive Battle Guide
Mega Beedrill has established itself as a legitimate threat in competitive Pokémon battling, particularly in formats where Mega Evolution is permitted. Its primary advantage lies in the combination of an exceptional 145 Speed stat paired with a formidable 150 Attack, allowing it to outspeed and eliminate numerous threats with priority before they can react. The signature ability Adaptability is transformative for Mega Beedrill's competitive viability, increasing the same-type attack bonus from the standard 1.5x multiplier to an exceptional 2x multiplier. This means that Bug-type and Poison-type moves benefit from double the damage multiplier they normally would, making moves like Poison Jab and X-Scissor devastatingly powerful. This ability effectively multiplies Mega Beedrill's offensive output beyond what raw stat numbers suggest. However, the form's vulnerabilities are significant: a defense stat of only 40 leaves it fragile against priority moves and strong attacks that manage to strike first, while the abysmal 15 Special Attack ensures it cannot exploit any special-based coverage moves effectively. In competitive metagames, Mega Beedrill functions best as a physical sweeper that removes threats quickly before taking damage, supported by entry hazard setters and priority move users that can handle threats Mega Beedrill cannot outspeed.
Commonly Asked Questions About Beedrill-mega
What type is Beedrill-mega?
Beedrill-mega is a bug and poison type Pokemon.
What does Beedrill-mega evolve into?
Beedrill-mega does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Beedrill-mega's weaknesses?
Beedrill-mega is weak to psychic, flying, rock and fire type moves.
Beedrill-mega Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Beedrill has maintained relevance as a Pokémon franchise icon since its introduction in Generation I, and the addition of its Mega Evolution in Generation VI revitalized interest in the species among competitive players and casual collectors. The Weedle line, with Beedrill as its final form, features prominently in the Pokémon animated series and manga adaptations, including significant appearances by trainers such as Casey, whose Beedrill is a core member of her team. The introduction of Mega Beedrill allowed players who had invested in the species during the early generations to use it in endgame content without feeling significantly underpowered compared to legendaries and pseudo-legendaries. From a design perspective, Mega Beedrill demonstrates how Mega Evolution can address perceived weaknesses in classic Pokémon without completely redesigning them—by maintaining the core silhouette while amplifying aggressive traits, the design maintains nostalgic appeal while delivering competitive power. The species' iconic yellow coloration and distinctive stinger-based weaponry have made it instantly recognizable across the decades, contributing to its cultural staying power within the franchise.
Where to Find Beedrill-mega in Every Pokémon Game
Mega Beedrill became available to players beginning in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Generation VI remakes that introduced the Mega Evolution mechanic to the mainline series. To use Mega Beedrill in battle, trainers must obtain a Beedrill and its corresponding Mega Stone, the Beedrillite, which becomes available during the postgame content of these titles. In subsequent generations, Mega Beedrill has maintained consistent availability whenever Mega Evolution is permitted in the game mechanics. The Pokémon GO mobile game introduced Mega Beedrill as well, allowing players to Mega Evolve Beedrill using Mega Energy specific to the species. Beedrill itself can be obtained relatively early in most Pokémon games, as it evolves from the common early-route Pokémon Weedle, making the base form highly accessible—though the Beedrillite Mega Stone itself typically requires further progression to obtain. In competitive formats, availability of Mega Beedrill depends on the specific ruleset and tournament regulations, though it is generally permitted in formats where Mega Evolution is allowed. The species' early availability in the evolutionary line makes it an attractive option for players seeking a Mega Evolution partner early in their journey, though its full potential only manifests during the late-game and postgame content where properly trained Beedrill can be Mega Evolved.