Butterfree
Burning Shadows · #3

Butterfree

Butterfree is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Burning Shadows (#3). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.47 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.

Burning Shadows set collectorsEvolution line completers UnlimitedExpanded
TCGPlayer market $0.47
Cardmarket trend €0.28
Rarity Rare
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Who is this card for?

Butterfree suits collectors working on Burning Shadows who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What is Butterfree from Burning Shadows?

Butterfree is a Pokémon card in Burning Shadows numbered 3. Close examination of its large eyes reveals that each eye is composed of a myriad of tiny eyes. National Pokédex #12. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What is Butterfree worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.47 for Butterfree. Low and high spread runs $0.20 to $19.98. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

SetBurning Shadows
Number3
RarityRare
TCGPlayer USD$0.47
Cardmarket EUR€0.28

Gameplay stats

HP120
TypesGrass
Evolves fromMetapod
Bye-Bye Heal Grass Heal all damage from all of your Pokémon. Shuffle this Pokémon and all cards attached to it into your deck.
Stun Spore GrassColorlessColorless 60 Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
WeaknessFire ×2

How collectible is Butterfree?

Butterfree is listed as Rare in Burning Shadows. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What are the key details for Butterfree?

Catalog fields: set Burning Shadows, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Shin Nagasawa. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

Cactaur's take

Butterfree from Burning Shadows should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.

Pros

  • Butterfree is catalogued as Rare printing in Burning Shadows, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.47.
  • Illustrator Shin Nagasawa has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $0.47 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Butterfree worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.47 for ungraded Butterfree from Burning Shadows. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.

What set is Butterfree from?

Butterfree is listed in Burning Shadows (Sun & Moon) as card #3. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Butterfree?

Our catalog lists Butterfree as Rare in Burning Shadows. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Butterfree good for collectors or players?

Butterfree includes gameplay stats in Burning Shadows. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

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Trust & data sources. Cactaur displays catalog and market data from pokemontcg.io embedded TCGPlayer/Cardmarket references. Prices change frequently and are not guarantees.

Cactaur does not authenticate cards or guarantee values. Scan your copy in the iPhone app for condition-aware guidance.

Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-11. Last updated: 2026-06-10.