How to Tame X-Basilosaurus in ARK

X-Basilosaurus Taming Details

X-Basilosaurus is a passive tame — feed it Kibble (preferred) by hand or from its inventory without knocking it out. Its most effective taming food is Kibble (preferred).

Alternative foods: Species-appropriate food.

Taming Steps

1. 1. Prepare your gear

   Bring Kibble (preferred), bug repellent (if applicable), and a shield for emergencies.

2. 2. Locate the creature

   Find a wild X-Basilosaurus on supported maps. Check the spawn map and bring a fast mount or a flyer for transport.

3. 3. Approach passively

   X-Basilosaurus is a passive tame. Approach slowly with no weapons drawn, drop or hand-feed its preferred food, and avoid sudden movements.

4. 4. Feed the right food

   Place Kibble (preferred) in its inventory (alternatives: Species-appropriate food). Higher-tier food gives faster taming and higher level bonuses.

5. 5. Maintain torpor

   Keep wild predators away — passive tames are vulnerable while feeding.

6. 6. Claim & saddle

   Once tamed, equip a saddle (unlocks via the engram tab) to ride your X-Basilosaurus.