cutiefly #742
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cutiefly
Generation VII · #0742 — Bee Fly Pokémon
Cutiefly, known as the Bee Fly Pokémon, is a diminutive Bug/Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII that stands at merely 0.1 meters tall and weighs only 0.2 kilograms, making it one of the shortest Pokémon species in existence. With a National Pokédex number of 742, Cutiefly represents a fascinating fusion of insectoid and fairy characteristics, possessing a base stat total of 304 that heavily favors its Speed stat of 84, making it a swift and agile creature despite its tiny frame. This Pokémon is most renowned for its extraordinary ability to sense and interpret the auras of living things, a capability that defines much of its interaction with the world and serves as the foundation for both its hunting strategies and its unusual tendency to congregate around emotionally expressive beings. With a capture rate of 190 and base happiness of 70, Cutiefly is relatively easy to obtain and bond with, offering trainers an accessible entry point into Bug/Fairy-type dynamics.
Base Stats
Height
0.1m
Weight
0.2kg
Category
Bee Fly Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
yellow
Shape
armor
Abilities
The Pokémon may pick up honey after battle.
Protects against incoming moves' extra effects.
Prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping.
Cutiefly Biology & Physical Characteristics
Cutiefly possesses a distinctively delicate morphology that belies its ecological significance. Its body features a pale yellow coloration with a notable white face and tail, complemented by large, expressive eyes marked with distinctive pixelated spots that give it a charming, almost digital appearance. Protruding from its head are two tiny transparent tufts that resemble antennae, while a long brown proboscis extends from its face—an adaptation perfectly suited for its diet of nectar and pollen. The Pokémon's most striking feature is its pair of comparatively oversized, flat white wings marked with brown loop patterns, which propel it through the air with remarkable efficiency despite the creature's minuscule proportions. Between its wings sits a white tuft of fuzz, and beneath its body dangle four spindly legs terminated in small round feet. The most extraordinary aspect of Cutiefly's biology is its capacity to detect and interpret auras—subtle energetic signatures emanating from plants, Pokémon, and people alike. This sensory apparatus operates at a level that allows Cutiefly to identify which flowers are about to bloom based on their aural luminosity and hue, and more remarkably, to predict the movements of opposing Pokémon in battle by reading their combat auras. Any pollen not immediately consumed is stored within its fur, serving as both nutritional reserves and evidence of its foraging activities.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Cutiefly Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Cutiefly maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for equivalent breeding opportunities regardless of trainer preference or breeding partner selection. The species belongs to both the Bug and Fairy egg groups, providing considerable breeding flexibility and enabling access to a diverse movepool through various breeding combinations with compatible Pokémon from these groups. With a base friendship value of 70 (adjusted to 50 in later generations), Cutiefly demonstrates natural affinity toward its trainer, rewarding caring treatment with improved performance and interaction. The species hatches from eggs over the course of 20 cycles, translating to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps of travel, making Cutiefly one of the more moderately-paced Pokémon to obtain through breeding. Trainers seeking to breed Cutiefly will find the process straightforward, as the species exhibits no special evolutionary requirements or hidden ability complications that would complicate breeding strategies. The combination of accessible gender distribution, moderate hatch time, and dual egg group membership makes Cutiefly an excellent choice for breeders seeking to develop competitive specimens or those simply wishing to raise multiple individuals with personalized training regimens.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
honey
dex-completion
Cost: 900
honey
dex-completion
Cost: 900
honey
dex-completion
Cost: 900
honey
dex-completion
Cost: 900
TMs & HMs
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm04
emerald
tm04
firered leafgreen
tm04
ruby sapphire
tm04
diamond pearl
tm04
xd
tm04
heartgold soulsilver
tm04
black white
tm04
colosseum
tm04
platinum
tm04
sun moon
tm04
ultra sun ultra moon
tm04
x y
tm04
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm04
black 2 white 2
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
+538 more TMs/HMs
cutiefly's Evolution Chain
Cutiefly Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Cutiefly follows a straightforward single-stage evolutionary progression, transforming into Ribombee upon reaching level 25. This evolution represents a significant power increase, with Ribombee gaining substantially in both offensive and defensive capabilities while maintaining the Bug/Fairy typing. The evolution is both narrative and mechanical; while Cutiefly represents the curious, energetic youth investigating flowers and emotions, Ribombee emerges as a more focused and formidable creature, capable of orchestrating complex aerial maneuvers and demonstrating greater combat prowess. The transformation occurs naturally through leveling and requires no special items, stones, or specific conditions, making it an accessible evolution for trainers utilizing Cutiefly early in their journey through Alola or beyond. Ribombee retains the aura-sensing abilities and peaceful disposition of its pre-evolved form while gaining the physical maturity and strength to compete effectively in more challenging encounters, representing a natural progression in the life cycle of these diminutive but remarkable Pokémon.
Where to Find
alola route 3
alola
+5 more
alola route 2
alola
+1 more
melemele meadow
alola
+1 more
poke pelago
alola
+3 more
Cutiefly Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Cutiefly exhibits fascinating behavioral patterns intrinsically linked to its aura-sensing capabilities. The Pokémon is primarily attracted to areas with abundant flowering plants, where it feeds voraciously on nectar and pollen, though its diet-focused movements often lead to competitive skirmishes with other pollen-gatherers like Butterfree. Particularly intriguing is Cutiefly's tendency to congregate around Pokémon and people experiencing strong emotions, as their excited auras apparently resemble flowers in full bloom to the sensitive creature's perception. This behavior has led to numerous reports of Cutiefly appearing near towns and buildings, drawn by the emotional resonance of their inhabitants rather than any nutritional incentive. The species is known to be particularly attracted to Fomantis's sweet scent and Gossifleur's pollen, making these Pokémon reliable indicators of Cutiefly's presence in natural environments. However, this peaceful nectar-gathering existence is not without danger; Spinarak and Pineco are confirmed natural predators of Cutiefly, and the species must remain vigilant while feeding. When Cutiefly does engage with emotionally charged beings, it approaches closely—sometimes disturbingly so—to extract nectar and pollen with its extended proboscis, an act that can be quite painful for the recipient despite the Pokémon's innocent intentions.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VII
It feeds on the nectar and pollen of flowers. Because it’s able to sense auras, it can identify which flowers are about to bloom.
Nectar and pollen are its favorite fare. In fields of flowers, it gets into skirmishes with Butterfree over food.
Myriads of Cutiefly flutter above the heads of people who have auras resembling those of flowers.
Cutiefly can pick up the auras of living things. It skillfully reads those auras to predict its foes’ movements and make fools of them.
Generation VIII
Nectar and pollen are its favorite fare. You can find Cutiefly hovering around Gossifleur, trying to get some of Gossifleur’s pollen.
An opponent’s aura can tell Cutiefly what that opponent’s next move will be. Then Cutiefly can glide around the attack and strike back.
Cutiefly Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name 'Cutiefly' is a charming portmanteau combining 'cutie' with 'fly,' reflecting both the Pokémon's adorable appearance and its aerial insect nature. The Japanese designation 'Abuly' derives from 'abu' (the Japanese word for horsefly) combined with a diminutive suffix, emphasizing the creature's small stature and fly-like characteristics. The design itself draws inspiration from bee flies (family Bombyliidae), a group of real insects that superficially resemble bees but are actually true flies, explaining the dual nature of Cutiefly's appearance and classification. The Pokémon's color scheme—pale yellow with white accents and brown markings—mirrors natural bee coloration while the pixelated eye design provides a distinctly fantastical and game-appropriate aesthetic. The creature's overall appearance was clearly crafted to maximize appeal and approachability; everything from its proportions to its gentle expression was designed to evoke an immediate sense of cuteness and endearment, justifying both its name and its status as an accessible early-game Pokémon that many players find themselves bonding with quickly. The proboscis and wing design speak to meticulous biological authenticity within the fantasy context, grounding the Pokémon in real insect morphology while maintaining the whimsical quality essential to Fairy-type Pokémon design.
Learnable Moves
Cutiefly can learn 78 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| absorb | grass | Special | 20 | 100 | 25 |
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| after you | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| aromatherapy | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| aromatic mist | fairy | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| bestow | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| bug bite | bug | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bug buzz | bug | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| calm mind | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| covet | normal | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| dazzling gleam | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| draining kiss | fairy | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| dual wingbeat | flying | Physical | 40 | 90 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fairy wind | fairy | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| fake tears | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| infestation | bug | Special | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| leech life | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magic room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| moonblast | fairy | Special | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| play rough | fairy | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| pollen puff | bug | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| pounce | bug | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| powder | bug | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| quiver dance | bug | Status | — | — | 20 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| signal beam | bug | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| silver wind | bug | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| skill swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| skitter smack | bug | Physical | 70 | 90 | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| speed swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sticky web | bug | Status | — | — | 20 |
| struggle bug | bug | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| stun spore | grass | Status | — | 75 | 30 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| sweet scent | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| switcheroo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| telekinesis | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| trick | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| wonder room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
Cutiefly Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive environments, Cutiefly operates at a significant disadvantage due to its remarkably limited base stat total of 304, with only its Speed stat of 84 providing any meaningful contribution to tournament viability. While this speed tier allows Cutiefly to outpace many early-game Pokémon and some defensive walls, its abysmal offensive stats—attack of 45 and special attack of 55—make it incapable of dealing meaningful damage even with type advantages. The defensive stats are equally unimpressive, with defense and special defense both sitting at 40, leaving Cutiefly vulnerable to virtually any attack that connects. The three ability options available provide minimal competitive utility; Honey Gather permits item recovery after battle but offers no in-combat benefits, Shield Dust blocks secondary effects of incoming moves but requires passive defense strategies, and the hidden ability Sweet Veil prevents sleep for the user's team but cannot overcome Cutiefly's fundamental frailty. However, Cutiefly does possess access to utility moves like Moonblast and Dazzling Gleam through leveling, and its higher-than-average speed allows it to potentially support more robust team members through setup or status moves in niche strategies. Competitive viability is virtually non-existent; Cutiefly functions exclusively as a stepping stone to Ribombee, where significant stat increases make the evolved form genuinely competitive at lower battle formats and among players seeking Bug/Fairy-type coverage.
Commonly Asked Questions About Cutiefly
What type is Cutiefly?
Cutiefly is a bug and fairy type Pokemon.
What does Cutiefly evolve into?
Cutiefly evolves into ribombee.
What are Cutiefly's weaknesses?
Cutiefly is weak to flying, poison, rock, steel and fire type moves.
Where can I find Cutiefly?
Cutiefly can be found in alola route 3 (alola), alola route 2 (alola) and melemele meadow (alola) and 1 other locations.
Cutiefly Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Cutiefly has achieved considerable popularity among Pokémon fans due to its undeniable aesthetic charm and unique Bug/Fairy typing that was relatively novel at the time of Generation VII's release. The Pokémon frequently appears in fan art, merchandise, and community discussions celebrating adorable or underestimated Pokémon species, often shared with endearing captions emphasizing its diminutive size and innocent demeanor. Its aura-sensing ability has inspired fan theories and creative interpretations exploring the mystical aspects of Pokémon biology, with many fans creating narratives about Cutiefly's emotional sensitivity and connection to other beings. The species has been featured prominently in Pokémon media, appearing in the anime and other adaptations where its small size and emotional attraction to strong feelings become plot devices or character development opportunities. The design itself has become something of a cultural reference point for what Generation VII brought to Pokémon design philosophy—a focus on charm, personality, and biological plausibility applied to fantastical creatures. Within competitive and casual communities alike, Cutiefly often serves as a gateway to discussing early-game Pokémon design philosophy and how developers balance accessibility with progression-based power scaling, making it unexpectedly relevant to broader conversations about game design.
Where to Find Cutiefly in Every Pokémon Game
Cutiefly's availability varies significantly across generations and games, reflecting the changing regional Pokédex structures from Generation VII onward. In Pokémon Sun and Moon, Cutiefly appears in the Alola regional Pokédex as entry 083 and can be encountered in various flower-rich areas throughout the region, becoming increasingly common in locations with abundant blooming flora. Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon adjusted Cutiefly's availability to entry 098 in the Alola Pokédex, maintaining similar encounter conditions while making it available during extended play. In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Cutiefly received Pokédex entry 187 in the Galar regional list and becomes accessible in wild encounters within appropriate habitats. The Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet includes Cutiefly as entry 0016 in the regional Pokédex, ensuring continued availability in newer generation titles. Trainers interested in obtaining Cutiefly benefit from its high capture rate of 190, meaning standard Poké Balls prove quite effective, and the species' relatively common appearance in appropriate habitats makes it one of the more accessible Pokémon to recruit early in most games featuring its availability. Additionally, Cutiefly can be bred relatively easily once obtained, allowing trainers to create additional specimens through compatible breeding pairs, though the moderate hatch time of 20 cycles requires some patience for egg-based procurement methods.