The Isle Dinosaur Picking Guide - All Dinos, Stats, & More

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Selecting the right dinosaur in The Isle is important to survive and thrive in the game’s unforgiving world. Learning each dinosaur’s traits and abilities can give you the upper hand when dealing with other players.

All Dinosaurs in The Isle: Which Should You Pick?

Note that each dinosaur in The Isle listed below won't include those currently in development, removed from the game, or available in mods.

Carnivores

Omniraptor

Introduced in Patch 0.4.0.06, the Omniraptor is an aggressive and fast-paced dinosaur suited for players who enjoy a dynamic and offensive playstyle. The Isle first named this dinosaur the Utahraptor but then changed its name to the Omniraptor in Update #5.5. Despite its superb offensive capabilities, the Omniraptor is a glass cannon. Beginners needing practice with their dodging skills may receive more damage than normal when controlling this dino.

Stats

• Health: 100 to 1,000
• Grow Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 8.8 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 28.6 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 48.1 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 50.1 km/h (Adult - 100%): 46.8 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 20 to 30 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.08 N (Hatchling - 25%): 3.76 N (Juvenile - 50%): 17.75 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 31.67 N (Adult - 100%): 65 N

Carnotaurus

Like the Omniraptor, the Carnotaurus is a glass cannon. However, it’s one of the fastest dinosaurs in The Isle, allowing it to hunt and catch up to prey fast. However, it struggles with larger foes, especially with other players controlling dinosaurs like the Allosaurus. Nonetheless, The Isle players who don’t mind hit-and-run playstyles may see the Carnotaurus as a great option.

Stats

• Health: 200 to 2,000
• Grow Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 14 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 43.1 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 50.1 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 52 km/h (Adult - 100%): 55.6 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 30 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.37 N (Hatchling - 25%): 32.5 N (Juvenile - 50%): 77.7 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 125.9 N (Adult - 100%): 175 N

Ceratosaurus

The Isle players looking for a dinosaur that offers a strategic approach to dealing with foes may consider the Ceratosaurus. Although not an apex predator, this dinosaur can still hold its own in various combat scenarios, thanks partly to its excellent defenses. The Ceratosaurus is also a dinosaur in The Isle with a unique ability: the bacterial bite. Enemies hit with this attack will find it difficult to move, making them easy prey.

Stats

• Health: 150 to 2,250
• Grow Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 8.8 km/h (Juvenile - 25%): 27.8 km/h (Sub Adult - 50%): 36.4 km/h (Young Adult - 75%): 39.4 km/h (Adult - 100%): 40.2 km/h
• Hunger Time: 75 to 600 minutes
• Thirst Time: 20 to 60 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.2 N (Hatchling - 25%): 26.7 N (Juvenile - 50%): 65.8 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 107.7 N (Adult - 100%): 150 N

Dilophosaurus

The Dilophosaurus in The Isle is a dinosaur that excels more in the dark than in broad daylight. Thanks to its exceptional night vision, this master of the dark can stalk and ambush unsuspecting prey unseen. Players who know how to take advantage of the shadows will find controlling the Dilophosaurus to be an enjoyable experience. However, it eats slowly and loudly, making it an easy target for other predators.

Stats

• Health: 50 to 500
• Grow Duration: 1 hour and 50 minutes
• Running Speed: (Juvenile): 38.9 km/h (Adult): 45.5 km/h
• Hunger Time: 88 mintues
• Thirst Time: 20 to 60 minutes
• Damage: (Juvenile): 27 to 70 (Adult): 75 to 150

Herrerasaurus

The Herrerasaurus is another dinosaur in The Isle that thrives on hit-and-run tactics. It’s a master of the environment, making it a natural stalker and hunter. However, it’s a slow eater like its cousin, the Dilophosaurus. Players who can take advantage of this dinosaur’s stalking abilities without being seen, especially while eating, might become one of The Isle’s apex predators.

Stats

• Health: 175
• Grow Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutes
• Running Speed: 45 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 30 minutes
• Damage: 30 (Bite) and 400 to 450 (Pounce)

Troodon

Troodon provides players with a unique blend of challenge and reward. Mastering this dinosaur’s abilities requires strategic cooperation with allied dinos while using cunning tactics. Players must also leverage the Troodon’s agility and poisonous pounce to ensure victory, especially against larger opponents.

Stats

• Grow Duration: 40 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 13.1 km/h (Juvenile - 25%): 35.7 km/h (Sub Adult- 50%): 40.4 km/h (Young Adult - 75%): 42.5 km/h (Adult - 100%): 45 km/h
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.01 N (Hatchling - 25%): 0.4 N (Juvenile - 50%): 3.3 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 7.5 N (Adult - 100%): 15 N

Deinosuchus

The Deinosuchus is a formidable aquatic carnivore. This dinosaur in The Isle excels in hiding underwater before pouncing on unsuspecting prey, particularly those near bodies of water trying to take a sip of water. This giant reptile also has unmatched stamina when underwater. However, land encounters make the Deinosuchus an easy target.

Stats

• Grow Duration: 3 hours
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 5.7 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 23.8 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 20.4 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 18.4 km/h (Adult - 100%): 18 km/h
• Hunger Time: 90 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 1 N (Hatchling - 25%): 130.8 N (Juvenile - 50%): 274.5 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 387.3 N (Adult - 100%): 500 N

Pteranodon

Players who want to look at the world of The Isle through a birds-eye view can choose the Pteranodon. This flying reptile offers unmatched mobility thanks to the power of flight. Soaring through the air also requires minimal stamina consumption, allowing you to effectively scour prey while evading attacks. However, getting hit with an attack may be fatal for the Pteranodon. Also, colliding with an object may make you plummet to the ground, turning this dinosaur into easy prey.

Stats

• Grow Duration: 40 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 3.6 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 10.2 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 19.6 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 25.5 km/h (Adult - 100%): 28.5 km/h
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.01 N (Hatchling - 25%): 1.37 N (Juvenile - 50%): 7.47 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 13.67 N (Adult - 100%): 20 N

Herbivores

Stegosaurus

The Stegosaurus is The Isle’s armored tank on four legs. Aside from its excellent defense, its massive tail has dangerous spikes that inflict great damage and bleeding on any dinosaur that dares challenge this tanky creature. However, this herbivore’s biggest weakness is its slow movement speed. Fast-moving predators can take advantage of this sluggishness to make the Stegosaurus their next meal.

Stats

• Health: 400 to 4,500
• Grow Duration: 5 hours
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 5.6 km/h (Juvenile - 25%): 32.4 km/h (Sub Adult - 50%): 28.5 km/h (Young Adult - 75%): 32.3 km/h (Adult - 100%): 26.2 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 30 minutes Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.04 N (Hatchling - 25%): 13.33 N (Juvenile - 50%): 28.84 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 36.47 N (Adult - 100%): 50 N

Dryosaurus

Welcome the tiny terror of The Isle – the Dryosaurus. Its small size includes various perks, such as being an escape artist. However, since mass is a vital element in calculating damage in The Isle, the Dryosaurus is one of the weakest reptiles in the game. Still, some players may welcome this challenging playstyle.

Stats

• Health: 50 to 350
• Grow Duration: 30 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 5.6 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 19.7 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 35.2 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 42.2 km/h (Adult - 100%): 45 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 30 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.03 N (Hatchling - 25%): 1.73 N (Juvenile - 50%): 6.72 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 12.95 N (Adult - 100%): 20 N

Tenontosaurus

Players who think that the Tentosaurus is a docile dino are in for a world of hurt. This herbivore packs a punch when provoked, thanks to its swift claw strikes that apply bleed. It also has other powerful attacks that can hit multiple enemies, making this dinosaur great for crowd control. However, some predators, especially the Omniraptor, can outpace the Tenontosaurus easily.

Stats

• Health: 200 to 2,000
• Grow Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 6 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 31.3 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 41 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 42.4 km/h (Adult - 100%): 40.3 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 30 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.05 N (Hatchling - 25%): 5.8 N (Juvenile - 50%): 13.6 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 23.4 N (Adult - 100%): 35 N

Hypsilophodon

The Hypsilophodon is an all-rounder dinosaur in The Isle. It has abilities primed for offense and defense. For instance, its exceptional speed and small size allow it to outmaneuver most predators. It also has a unique defensive mechanism wherein it spits a blinding concoction to create an escape window. Despite its offensive capabilities, its damage output leaves much to be desired. Also, mastering the Hypsilophodon has a steep learning curve but can still be an ideal option for players seeking a challenging playstyle.

Stats

• Health: 100
• Grow Duration: N/A
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 4 km/h (Hatchling - 25%): 10.2 km/h (Juvenile - 50%): 24 km/h (Sub Adult - 75%): 34.3 km/h (Adult - 100%): 39.6 km/h
• Hunger Time: 45 minutes
• Thirst Time: 30 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0 N (Hatchling - 25%): 0.02 N (Juvenile - 50%): 0.55 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 1.27 N (Adult - 100%): 2 N

Pachycephalosaurus

The Pachycephalosaurus is The Isle’s “Headbutt Hero.” This combat ability can significantly hinder attackers, making it an effective opponent against carnivores like the Omniraptor. Although it has some offensive capabilities, the Pachycephalosaurus's stats and abilities lean more towards defense. Players looking for a dinosaur offering a defensive playstyle can choose the Pachycephalosaurus.

Stats

• Health: 5 to 1,300
• Grow Duration: 2 hours and 10 minutes
• Running Speed: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 8.2 km/h (Juvenile - 25%): 27.2 km/h (Sub Adult - 50%): 45.9 km/h (Young Adult - 75%): 47.4 km/h (Adult - 100%): 41.8 km/h
• Hunger Time: 20 to 110 minutes
• Thirst Time: 60 minutes
• Damage: (Hatchling - 0.167%): 0.03 N (Hatchling - 25%): 2.16 N (Juvenile - 50%): 9.5 N (Sub Adult - 75%): 20.2 N (Adult - 100%): 30 N

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