TL;DR
- February 2020 features Woobat as Research Breakthrough with 7-day stamp collection
- Six categories of Field Research tasks offer diverse Pokemon encounters and item rewards
- Strategic task management allows discarding difficult challenges for better alternatives
- Multiple Gen 5 Pokemon debut alongside Team Rocket and Sinnoh celebration events
- Advanced throwing techniques and type-specific catches provide optimal reward efficiency
Each new month in Pokemon Go brings fresh Field Research opportunities, and February 2020 delivers particularly exciting content for dedicated trainers. Understanding the monthly rotation system is crucial for maximizing your gameplay experience and securing rare Pokemon encounters.
[Update] While February has concluded, trainers can now access the current month’s Field Research assignments. March introduces Ferroseed as the Research Breakthrough encounter, continuing the Gen 5 Pokemon rollout. The original February coverage provides historical context for dedicated collectors.
As February drew to a close, Pokemon Go celebrated with a special Pokemon Day event featuring the return of Armored Mewtwo and festive party hat Pokemon. Trainers had limited time to complete February’s specific Field Research objectives before the monthly reset. These tasks are obtained by spinning Photo Discs at PokeStops throughout your exploration journey.
Beyond the immediate task rewards, your first completed Field Research each day grants a progress stamp. Accumulating seven stamps triggers a Research Breakthrough, unlocking premium rewards including exclusive Pokemon encounters. January featured Lapras with exclusive Ice-type moves, while February shifted focus to Woobat, marking another Gen 5 species introduction.
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The randomization system for Field Research means you’ll receive tasks randomly selected from the available pool. You can maintain up to three active tasks simultaneously, with the strategic option to discard problematic challenges and seek alternatives from different PokeStops. Below you’ll find the comprehensive February task list with associated rewards, compiled through community research efforts.
February proved exceptionally event-packed for Pokemon Go enthusiasts. Niantic scheduled numerous activities including a Sinnoh region celebration that increased Gen 4 Pokemon spawn rates and a Team Rocket Special Research quest culminating in Shadow Raikou encounters. Additional Gen 5 Pokemon joined the game alongside the Legendary Tornadus raid boss.
| Field Research Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokemon with Weather boost | Poliwag or Vulpix encounter; 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Catch 10 Pokemon with Weather boost | 500 Stardust, 6 Razz Berries, 2 Pinap Berries, or 5 Great Balls |
| Catch 3 Flying-, Psychic-, or Dark-type Pokemon | Roselia encounter; 3 Rare Candies |
| Catch 7 different species of Flying-type Pokemon | 3 Rare Candies |
| Catch 5 Psychic-type Pokemon | Ralts encounter |
| Catch 10 Pokemon | Magikarp encounter; 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Catch 10 Normal-type Pokemon | 500 Stardust, 6 Razz Berries, 2 Pinap Berries, or 5 Great Balls |
| Use 5 Berries to help catch Pokemon | 500 Stardust, 6 Razz Berries, 2 Pinap Berries, or 5 Great Balls |
| Catch a Dragon-type Pokemon | Dratini encounter; 1,500 Stardust, 3 Rare Candies, 2 Gold Razz Berries, or 10 Ultra Balls |
| Catch a Ditto | 1,500 Stardust, 3 Rare Candies, 2 Gold Razz Berries, or 10 Ultra Balls |
| Field Research Tasks | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Defeat 3 Team Go Rocket Grunts | Espeon encounter |
| Battle in a Raid | Umbreon encounter; 200 Stardust, 5 Nanab Berries, 5 Potions, or 2 Revives |
| Battle in a Gym | Mankey encounter; 200 Stardust, 5 Nanab Berries, 5 Potions, or 2 Revives |
| Battle another trainer | Marrill encounter |
| Win a Gym battle | Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle encounter; 500 Stardust, 10 Nanab Berries, 3 Super Potions, or 4 Revives |
| Battle in a Gym 5 times | Machop encounter; 500 Stardust, 10 Nanab Berries, 3 Super Potions, or 4 Revives |
| Use a super-effective Charged Attack in a Gym battle | 500 Stardust, 10 Nanab Berries, 3 Super Potions, or 4 Revives |
| Use a super-effective Charged Attack in 7 Gym battles | Electabuzz encounter; 1,000 Stardust, 1 Rare Candy, 3 Hyper Potions, 6 Revives, or 1 Max Revive |
| Win 5 Raids | Aerodactyl encounter |
| Win a level 3 or higher Raid | Kabuto or Omanyte encounter; 1,000 Stardust, 1 Rare Candy, 3 Hyper Potions, 6 Revives, or 1 Max Revive |
| Win 3 Gym battles | Jynx encounter; 1,000 Stardust, 1 Rare Candy, 3 Hyper Potions, 6 Revives, or 1 Max Revive |
| Win a Raid | 500 Stardust, 10 Nanab Berries, 3 Super Potions, or 4 Revives |
| Win 3 Raids | 1,500 Stardust, 3 Max Potions, 8 Revives, or 3 Max Revives |
| Field Research Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Make 3 Great throws | Gastly, Anorith, or Lileep encounter; 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Make 5 Nice throws | Voltorb encounter; 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Make 3 Nice throws in a row | 500 Stardust, 2 Pinap Berries, 5 Great Balls, or 2 Ultra Balls |
| Make 3 Great throws in a row | Onix encounter; 1,000 Stardust, 1 Rare Candy, 9 Razz Berries, 3 Pinap Berries, 10 Poke Balls, or 5 Ultra Balls |
| Make 3 Great curveball throws | 1,000 Stardust, 1 Rare Candy, 9 Razz Berries, 3 Pinap Berries, 10 Poke Balls, or 5 Ultra Balls |
| Make 3 Great curveball throws in a row | 1,500 Stardust, 3 Rare Candies, 2 Gold Razz Berries, or 10 Ultra Balls |
| Make 5 Great curveball throws in a row | Spinda encounter |
| Make an Excellent throw | 500 Stardust, 2 Pinap Berries, 5 Great Balls, or 2 Ultra Balls |
| Make 3 Excellent throws in a row | Larvitar encounter |
| Make 5 curveball throws in a row | 500 Stardust, 6 Razz Berries, 2 Pinap Berries, or 5 Great Balls |
| Make 2 Nice curveball throws in a row | 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Field Research Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Hatch an Egg | Exeggcute encounter; 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Hatch 3 Eggs | Magmar encounter; 1,000 Stardust, 1 Rare Candy, 9 Razz Berries, 3 Pinap Berries, 10 Poke Balls, or 5 Ultra Balls |
| Hatch 4 Eggs | Alolan Vulpix encounter |
| Hatch 5 Eggs | Chansey encounter |
| Field Research Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Transfer 5 Pokemon | Clefairy encounter |
| Trade a Pokemon | Alolan Meowth encounter |
| Evolve a Pokemon | Jigglypuff or Eevee encounter |
| Power up Pokemon 5 times | Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle encounter |
| Send 10 Gifts to friends | Pikachu encounter |
| Spin 10 PokeStops or Gyms | 200 Stardust, 3 Razz Berries, 1 Pinap Berry, 5 Silver Pinap Berries, or 5 Poke Balls |
| Field Research Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Take a Snapshot of your Buddy | Zubat encounter |
| Earn 5 Hearts with your Buddy | Feebas encounter |
Mastering Field Research requires strategic planning beyond simply completing random tasks. Experienced trainers prioritize tasks based on reward value versus completion difficulty. Weather-boost catching tasks become significantly easier during active weather events, while Dragon-type encounters benefit from known nest locations and increased spawn events.
Task Management Optimization: Always maintain three active tasks to maximize efficiency. When encountering difficult challenges like “Catch a Ditto” or consecutive excellent throws, don’t hesitate to discard and seek alternatives. Different PokeStops may offer the same task categories with varying difficulty levels.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid: Many trainers waste time on low-reward tasks when better alternatives exist. The “Catch 10 Normal-type Pokemon” task offers minimal rewards compared to battle or throwing challenges that provide rare Pokemon encounters.
Time Management Strategies: Plan your gameplay around task categories. Egg hatching tasks align well with daily walking routines, while battle tasks coordinate with gym visiting patterns. Understanding spawn mechanics for specific types (Psychic, Flying, Dark) saves substantial time when completing type-specific challenges.
Reward Maximization Techniques: Focus on tasks offering Pokemon encounters you need for your Pokedex or that have competitive value. Some February highlights include Dratini, Larvitar, and Chansey encounters that provide excellent evolution candidates or battle-ready Pokemon.
For trainers seeking comprehensive gameplay guidance, our Complete Guide offers additional strategic insights for optimizing your Pokemon Go experience across all game systems.
Action Checklist
- Complete one Field Research task daily to accumulate stamps toward Woobat encounter
- Prioritize tasks with rare Pokemon encounters (Dratini, Larvitar, Chansey)
- Discard difficult tasks and seek alternatives from different PokeStops
- Coordinate weather-boost tasks with active weather conditions in your area
- Practice throwing techniques for consecutive throw challenges using common spawns
- Combine egg hatching tasks with daily walking routines for efficiency
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