ARK: Survival Evolved Procoptodon Species Guide: How to Tame, Stats, Locations, & More

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Are you looking for a tamable creature that can handle multiple roles in ARK: Survival Evolved? The Procoptodon can be an ideal choice for that goal. So, continue reading as we give you insight into the Procoptodon in ARK: Survival Evolved, including its stats, taming procedure, and roles.

ARK: Survival Evolved Procoptodon Species Guide

The Procoptodon in ARK: Survival Evolved is a docile herbivore generally seen in different ARKs. In particular, survivors can find this tailed creature in The Island, The Center, Scorched Earth, Ragnarok, Extinction, Valguero, Genesis: Part 1 & Part 2, Crystal Isles, and Lost Island. However, the Procoptodon is reactive to its surroundings and will often choose its survival rather than face challenges. This skittish demeanor can also play a role in this creature’s rarity, as it can be tough to find in some ARKs. Check out the Procoptodon in its ARK: Survival Evolved creature spotlight here.

Base Stats and Growth

• Health: 400 base value. +80 per level increase for wild units.
• Stamina: 350 base value. +35 per level increase for wild units.
• Oxygen: 150 base value. +15 per level increase for wild units.
• Food: 1500 base value. +150 per level increase for wild units.
• Weight: 550 base value. +11 per level increase for wild units.
• Melee Damage: 20 base value. +1 per level increase for wild units.
• Movement Speed: 100% base value.
• Torpidity: 350 base value. +21 per level increase for wild units.

How to Fight the Procoptodon

The Procoptodon can still deal massive damage if it chooses to fight unprepared ARK survivors. However, its reactive nature typically means you’ll give chase instead of fighting it. If one decides to fight you, stay away from its drop-kick attack. Failure to evade this attack will be met with significant knockback. On the other hand, it requires you to be within close proximity to the Procoptodon for it to hurt you. Use this short range to your advantage by using ranged weapons to fight this creature from afar.

How to Tame the Procoptodon

Domesticating the Procoptodon in ARK: Survival Evolved is possible through the standard knockout (KO) method. However, it can be tough to tame if it flees. Chasing it on foot is possible, provided you have sufficient stamina and speed to catch it. Alternatively, throw a Chain Bola to immobilize the fleeing Procoptodon. Note that a normal Bola won’t work on this creature. You can also be on its tail (pun intended) while mounted on another fast-moving creature in ARK, like the Wyvern. Once you catch up to it, feed the Procoptodon with its preferred food – the Rare Mushroom. The Plant Species X Seed is also another option to tame this create. Unfortunately, the Procoptodon is a picky eater and will only accept these two food options.

Why Tame a Procoptodon?

Once tamed, the Procoptodon in ARK: Survival Evolved can fulfill many roles. It can even cater to more responsibilities than some tamable creatures. Some of the roles the Procoptodon can handle are the following:

• Escape Vehicle: Being quick on its feet, the Procoptodon can help you and another ARK survivor escape from a failed raid attempt.
• Battle Mount: If you’re on the offensive, the Procoptodon can help knock back some targets when it attacks. It also has a considerable amount of health and weight.
• Infant Transporter: The Procoptodon’s pouch can carry baby creatures, allowing you to transport infants safely to different locations.
• Agile Jumper: Mount a Procoptodon and use its superior jumping ability to scale tall cliffs and walls that are otherwise almost impossible to reach on foot.