Pokemon Go Verdant Wonders event: Shiny Flabebe, Zarude encounters, more

Here’s a look at what’s to come during Pokemon Go’s Verdant Wonders event, including the debut of Shiny Flabebe and an encounter with Zarude.

On March 11, Niantic officially revealed what players can expect from theVerdant Wonders. The event will mark the debut of Shiny Flabebe, in addition to Cottonee and Whimsicott wearing a flower crown.

Verdant Wonders event in Pokemon Go

Verdant Wonders’ Special Research will focus on Zarude, the Rogue Monkey Pokemon, alongsideFlabebespawns.

If you’re looking to participate in the event, here’s an overview of everything you can expect.

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Pokemon Go Verdant Wonders start date & time

Verdant Wonders is scheduled to run fromThursday, August 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, August 08, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Pokemon Go Verdant Wonders Increased Incense encounters

For ticket holders, the following Pokemon will appear more frequently after using Incense during the event:

Pokemon marked with an * may appear as shiny

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Pokemon Go Verdant Wonders wild encounters

The following Pokemon will spawn more frequently in the wild:

Pokemon Go Field Research task encounters

you’re able to earn an encounter with the following Pokemon by completing Field Research tasks:

Pokemon Go Verdant Wonders Special Research

Verdant Wonders will offer players a Collection Challenge, PokeStop Showcases, and a Special Research story. Upon completing the Special Research, trainers will earn an encounter with Zarude, the Rogue Monkey Pokemon.

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