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Kecleon(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name that was introduced in the Pokémon the Series episode, The Kecleon Caper before debuting in the third generation games with Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. It is a Normal-type Pokémon that is able to change colors. Its zig-zag pattern doesn't change though.

Kecleon, along with Wailmer and Azurill, was one of the first Third Pokémon generation Pokémon revealed, in early March 2001.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Kecleon is a bipedal, reptilian Pokémon that is usually green. On either side of its head are yellow frills, which are connected by lines to its yellow lips and rings around its eyes. There are small ridges on its shoulders and a red zigzag stripe around its midsection. The hands and feet have three short digits each, and it has yellow soles. It also has a long skinny tail that is usually curled tightly in a spiral.

Kecleon is able to change the colors of its body at will and is known for frequently using this ability to camouflage itself. However, it is unable to change the color of its red stripe. Its color also changes based on its mood and health, darkening in color with better health. By using camouflage to appear almost invisible, it can sneak up on prey and ensnare it with its long pink tongue. If unnoticed for too long though, it pouts and may never reveal itself.

Although Kecleon typically appears as green with yellow stripes, it is known to possess various non-Shiny color variations. A purplish variant of Kecleon has been seen in the anime, the TCG, and the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series; the purplish Kecleon in the latter also has light-green outlines rather than yellow. Blue, red, and brown variants of Kecleon have made a singular appearance in the TCG. Whether these variants are an example of it changing color or if they are different kinds of Kecleon is unclear.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire: Kecleon has the first Bonus Field on the Ruby Field. It will turn invisible, though a Devon Scope can be knocked out of the tree to make it visible for a short time. Kecleon must be knocked over and then hit with the ball ten times in two minutes to win the round.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series: Two Kecleon; an older green Kecleon and a younger purple Kecleon, run Kecleon Shop, a shop in the game's town settlement. Kecleon may also run shops in dungeons. They are normally courteous, but shoplifting will result in multiple high-level wild Kecleon appearing to attack the player. From the WiiWare games and up to Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon, only the green Kecleon is running the shop.

In the anime[]

Two Kecleon debuted in The Kecleon Caper, under the ownership of Madison and Alexa, who nicknamed them Reddy and Greeny. They tried to foil Team Rocket's attempt to steal their owners' belongings.

In Pikachu's PikaBoo, a Kecleon played hide-and-seek with Pikachu and his friends. However, it missed out on the chaos when a lawnmower was on the loose. It was eventually revealed to have not been found because it turned invisible, making it the winner.

In Playing with Fire! and Johto Photo Finish, Harrison used a Kecleon against Ash Ketchum's Pikachu in the Silver Conference. It eventually lost to Pikachu's Thunderbolt after an intense battle.

Origin and inspiration[]

Kecleon is based on a chameleon, most likely the veiled chameleon.

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby Kecleon is capable of changing its body colors at will to blend in with its surroundings. There is one exception - this Pokémon can't change the zigzag pattern on its belly.
Pokémon Sapphire Kecleon alters its body coloration to blend in with its surroundings, allowing it to sneak up on its prey unnoticed. Then it lashes out with its long, stretchy tongue to instantly ensnare the unsuspecting target.
Pokémon Emerald A Pokémon that has the ability to alter its body colors to match its surroundings. A Kecleon reverts to its original colors if it is startled.
Pokémon FireRed It changes body color to blend in with its surroundings. It also changes color if it is happy or sad.
Pokémon LeafGreen It changes body color to blend in with its surroundings. It also changes color if it is happy or sad.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon Pearl It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon Platinum It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon HeartGold It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.
Pokémon SoulSilver It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon White It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon Black 2 It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon White 2 It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X It can freely change its body's color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn't change, however.
Pokémon Y It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Kecleon is capable of changing its body colors at will to blend in with its surroundings. There is one exception—this Pokémon can’t change the zigzag pattern on its belly.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Kecleon alters its body coloration to blend in with its surroundings, allowing it to sneak up on its prey unnoticed. Then it lashes out with its long, stretchy tongue to instantly ensnare the unsuspecting target.

Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby
Routes 118, 119, 120, 121, and 123
Pokémon Sapphire
Routes 118, 119, 120, 121, and 123
Pokémon Emerald
Routes 118, 119, 120, 121, and 123
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond
Route 210 (Poké Radar)
Pokémon Platinum
Great Marsh (after obtaining the National Pokédex)
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black
Trade
Pokémon Black 2
Natural Preserve
Pokémon White 2
Natural Preserve
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Route 6, Friend Safari (Normal)
Pokémon Y
Route 6, Friend Safari (Normal)
Pokémon Omega Ruby
Routes 118, 119, 120, 121, 123, Lavaridge Town *, Mossdeep Space Center*
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Routes 118, 119, 120, 121, 123, Lavaridge Town *, Mossdeep Space Center*


Base Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 90
Defense 70
Sp. Attack 60
Sp. Defense 120
Speed 40
Total 440

Moveset[]

Main article: Kecleon/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

Sprites
Ruby Sapphire
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X Y
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Trivia[]

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