How to Catch Pichu in Pokémon Sun and Moon

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Last Updated: May 8, 2025

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Want to have a cute Alolan Raichu on your team? First, you'll have to find a Pichu. This article will explain how.

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Pichu can only be found in the patch of grass near the exit to Iki Town, so go there. You have a 5% chance of finding one, so it may take a while to do so.
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Be careful not to faint it, or you'll have to search for another one.
Any ball will do, but your best bet is to use a Nest Ball, since it'll be at a low level.

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What if I can't find Pichu?

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Use the GTS, wondertrade (it may be hard to find due to it being a hard Pokemon to find) or breed a Pikachu/Raichu.

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How do I evolve a Pikachu?

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If you own a thunderstone, you have to use it on Pikachu to evolve it into Raichu.

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All I'm finding is Ratatas! Help?

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Pichu has a low spawn rate, so it will take a while to find one. If necessary, you might have to use the GTS, as someone mentioned above.

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Use moves such as False Swipe or Hold Back to avoid fainting the Pichu.

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Inflict the Pichu with a status effect to make it easier to catch. You can't paralyze it, however.

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If it's nighttime, you can use Dusk Balls for an easier catch.

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