Pokémon Launches Real Pokédex: Authored by Ecologists and Behaviorists

Pokémon is set to release a groundbreaking new encyclopedia developed in collaboration with expert animal ecologists and behaviorists. Discover everything about Pokécology—its features, release date, and what makes it unique.

Pokécology: An Official Encyclopedia of Pokémon Behaviors and Ecology

Scheduled for June 2025 Release in Japan

The Pokémon Company has partnered with Shogakukan, one of Japan’s leading publishers of educational comics and books, to bring fans an all-new deep-dive into the world of Pokémon. According to Shogakukan’s official announcement on April 21, Pokécology will hit shelves in Japan on June 18, 2025.

Pre-orders are already available in major bookstores across Japan. The book will retail for 1,430 yen (tax included). While there is currently no official word on a global release, considering Pokémon's massive international fanbase, it’s likely that an English edition will follow in due course.

A Scientific Look Into the World of Pokémon

Pokécology promises to offer a comprehensive exploration of Pokémon from a biological and ecological perspective. This isn't just another Pokédex—it's a detailed analysis of how Pokémon live, eat, sleep, interact, and coexist within their environments.

Authored by leading veterinary behaviorists and ecology experts from the University of Tokyo, this book blends scientific rigor with Pokémon lore. Renowned ecologist Yoshinari Yonehara spearheads the research on wild Pokémon behaviors, while illustrator Chihiro Kino, known for her work in various animal ecology publications, brings Pokémon to life with vivid full-color illustrations.

While previous Pokémon publications have focused on battling strategies, game mechanics, or fictional storytelling, Pokécology marks a significant shift by exploring the natural history of these creatures. It's an educational yet engaging resource that provides both kids and adults with a deeper understanding of the Pokémon universe through a scientific lens.