CDilophosaur
The Dilophosaurus (dye-LA-fuh-SAWR-us), also shortened to Dilophosaur or even more so Dilo, is one of the dinosaurs in ARK: Survival Evolved. They were medium-sized theropod dinosaurs and aggressive, fast-moving predators that lived in North American jungles during the Jurassic period.
- Tameable
- Breedable
At a glance
Profile
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Temperament
- Neutral
- Taming
- Knockout·Full taming guide
- Reproduction
- Egg
Ratings
Estimated from stats — community guidance, not official.
Rated Strong for PvE and Weak for PvP.
Weaknesses & counter tips
Worked out from its stats
- Low health pool — vulnerable to burst damage; focus it down quickly.
- Low torpor — easy to knock out; a few tranq hits will subdue it.
Gallery
1 image · the creature

Dilophosaur — Detailed Guide
The Dilophosaur is a small frilled predator that spits a venom which blurs your vision. It is common in jungles and a classic early threat.
Where to find it
It hunts in jungles and forests on The Island, The Center, Ragnarok, Valguero, Extinction and Genesis Part 1 in both games, on Astraeos and Lost Colony in ASA, and on Crystal Isles, Fjordur, Lost Island and Genesis Part 2 in ASE. Valguero has the most.
Taming
A knockout tame and a carnivore. A few tranquilizer arrows or a club put it down. Feed it meat. See the taming calculator.
Breeding
- Egg: hatches in about 1 hour 8 minutes.
- Temperature: 28 to 32 °C.
- Growth: a baby matures in about 21 hours at 1x.
Uses
A small base guard that blinds attackers with its spit.
Tips
Fight it from a distance: the venom only hurts you if it reaches your face.
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