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XiphactinusB
Apex CarnivoreAggressiveASA

Xiphactinus

A large aggressive fish. Fast underwater mount added in ASA.

Power48Tier B
TamingEasy
RarityCommon
RoleCombat Mount
  • Tameable
  • Rideable
  • Breedable

At a glance

Profile

Diet
Carnivore
Temperament
Aggressive
Taming
Knockout·Full taming guide
Reproduction
Egg
Species
Xiphactinus audax

Ratings

Estimated from stats — community guidance, not official.

PvE88
PvP70

Rated Excellent for PvE and Strong for PvP.

Xiphactinus — Detailed Guide

The Xiphactinus is a large, fast fish added in ARK: Survival Ascended. It is a quick underwater mount that grabs smaller fish.

Where to find it

The oceans of The Island, The Center, Valguero, Astraeos and Genesis Part 1 in ASA.

Taming

See the taming calculator for its method and food. Its saddle unlocks at level 55.

Uses

Fast underwater travel, and Raw Prime Fish Meat when harvested.

Tips

It is aggressive in the wild, so approach on a mount.

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