Buneary’s evolution, Lopunny, is quite the powerhouse when it comes to normal Pokémon, making it more than worth the effort of getting one, even if normal-types don’t typically excel due to not being super effective against anything, though just one weakness isn’t anything to sniff at. So let’s look at how to evolve Buneary so you can get a good ‘mon with an epic mega evolution on your team.
Even if you don’t want Lopunny for battle purposes, it’s always nice to fill out an extra spot on the Pokédex. If all you want is to make the professor proud by filling out your electronic device, we also have Scyther evolution, Rockruff’s evolution, Budew evolution, and Slowpoke evolution guides for you to read.
Here’s what you need to know about Buneary’s evolution.
Where can I catch Buneary?
The gen 4 Pokémon isn’t hard to find; it’s an early game ‘mon that can be a valuable buddy to have in the long run. Even if you don’t intend to use Buneary, it’s very easy to catch it and fill out that Pokédex.
You can find and catch a Buneary in any of the following Switch games and locations:
- Sword and Shield – though not available to catch in the base game, you can find Buneary in the Fields of Honor and Challenge Beach through the Isle of Armor expansion
- Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl – Buneary is in Eterna Forest and the Grand Underground (Spacious Cave, Grassland Cave, Riverbank Cave, Sunlit Cavern, Icy Cave, Glacial Cavern, Water Cavern, and Whiteout Cave)
- Legends: Arceus – Buneary is in the Obsidian Fieldlands (The Heartwood) and Alabaster Icelands (Bonechill Wastes and Snowfall Hot Springs)
How do I evolve Buneary?
Buneary needs high friendship to evolve into Lopunny. The most obvious way to do this is to battle with Buneary, though, depending on the game you play, you can feed your buddy some curries and sandwiches, too. Of course, there’s also the soothe bell available, which naturally boosts your friendship with Buneary.
Do male Buneary evolve?
While Buneary may appear more feminine, there’s no gender lock on this ‘mon. You can evolve both male and female Buneary into Lopunny. There is no gender lock on the evolution, unlike Pokémon such as Salazzle and Gallade. To get Salandit’s evolution, you need to have a female one, and to get the second final Ralts’ evolution, your Pokémon has to be a male.
Where can I catch Lopunny?
Some Pokémon games allow you to catch Lopunny, though not all of them do. If you decide to pursue it, we suggest you read up on the normal Pokémon weakness and grab some great balls or ultra balls. The latter is essential if you hope to catch an Alpha Lopunny in PLA.
The games and locations you can catch Lopunny in are:
- Sword and Shield – Lopunny wanders the land in Fields of Honor and the Soothing Wetlands from the Isle of Armor expansion
- Legends: Arceus – An Alpha Lopunny is in the Obsidian Fieldlands (The Heartwood), or a regular one is in the Crimson Mirelands (space-time distortions) and Alabaster Icelands (Bonechill Wastes and Snowfall Hot Spring)
How do I evolve Buneary in Pokémon Go?
Evolving Buneary in Pokémon Go is as simple as giving it 50 candies. That’s it. There is no special evolution stone or item; it is just some good old candy. The only challenge here is catching enough Buneary to reach 50, though it’s not like they’re an uncommon creature to find.
Now that you know all about Buneary’s evolution, check out our steel Pokémon weakness, Dark Pokémon weakness, ice Pokémon weakness, Psychic Pokémon weakness, and fire Pokémon weakness guides to learn how to beat various types of Pokémon.