How to Tame Otter in ARK

An adorable shoulder pet that provides insulation and can harvest Silica Pearls from fish.

Quick Facts

1. Prepare your gear
Bring Kibble (preferred) or Raw Mutton, bug repellent (if applicable), and a shield for emergencies.
2. Locate the creature
Find a wild Otter on supported maps. Check the spawn map and bring a fast mount or a flyer for transport.
3. Approach passively
Otter is a passive tame. Approach slowly with no weapons drawn, drop or hand-feed its preferred food, and avoid sudden movements.
4. Feed the right food
Place Kibble (preferred) or Raw Mutton in its inventory (alternatives: Cooked Lamb Chop, Raw Prime Meat, Cooked Prime Meat, Raw Meat). Higher-tier food gives faster taming and higher level bonuses.
5. Maintain torpor
Keep wild predators away — passive tames are vulnerable while feeding.
6. Claim & saddle
Once tamed, Otter will follow your commands. It cannot be ridden.