Pokémon Series – #010 Caterpie
This Geocache (Pokécache) forms part of a series, where each Geocache is a type of Pokémon. A Pokécache will contain a hidden code that will eventually be required to solve Mystery caches called Gyms, with at least one in each of South Africa’s nine provinces.
Once you have found the various Gym caches, you will have all the clues required to find the final Mystery cache and be given the title of the Pokémon Master!
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Important:This cache forms part of a series and would be beneficial to read the story at least once.
Caterpie is a Pokémon that resembles a green caterpillar. There are yellow ring-shaped markings down the sides of its body, which resemble its large yellow eyes. Its most notable characteristic is the bright red antenna osmeterium on its head, which releases a stench to repel predators. This structure and the large eye-shaped markings help to startle predators. Its feet are tipped with suction cups, permitting this Pokémon to scale most surfaces with minimal effort.
Caterpie will shed its skin many times before finally cocooning itself in thick silk. It can also spit this silk in order to entangle foes. Its primary diet is vegetation, and its voracious appetite causes it to eat leaves larger than itself. According to Pokémon Adventures, its favorite food is the Vermilion flower and Mulberry Tree leaves.
The coordinates stated here is about 5m away from where caterpie is hiding from this location as he maybe moving around from this coordination point at random when frightened.
Caterpie is carrying some swag with him so keep it small. No tree climbing will be necessary as caterpie is at eye height or below.
Remember to take down the three letter clue from the logbook.
Pokémon Story
Pokémon, creatures of all shapes and sizes that co-exist with humans are based on various plants, animals, and other concepts, inhabit virtually every corner of the world. Many make their homes in forests and on rural routes stretching across the various regions, while still others are native to cities and other urban centres.
Recently some species have been spotted in South Africa, and their whereabouts are being kept highly secret. Researchers believe they are from the Kanto region of the Pokémon world, with up-to 150 to be discovered.
Geocaching has been the go-to method to find these interesting creatures, keeping them a secret from the outside world of “muggles”. Geocachers (a.k.a PokémonTrainers) will need travel across diverse lands, aiming to make their dreams of becoming a become Pokémon Master a reality.
For more detailed information on how the series works and to see which other Pokémon have been discovered, please visit:
http://www.pokemongeocaching.weebly.com/