Dire Bear

Dire Bear

Creature Guide

Mammals

Overview

The Dire Bear is an imposing omnivorous mammal in ARK: Survival Evolved, found primarily in redwood regions. This massive bear is highly territorial and will aggressively defend its territory against intruders. Once tamed, the Dire Bear becomes an excellent mount with incredible stamina for long-distance travel, the ability to harvest both berries and meat efficiently, and a unique affinity for Giant Bee Honey.

Dossier

Wild

Found primarily among the Island

Domesticated

Once tamed, the Direbear is a strong and reliable mount. It can carry vast quantities of goods and can sprint for extremely long periods. After building momentum, its sustained overland speed is among the best. Being able to feed it both meat and plant life makes keeping one convenient. Arctodus has a fondness for honey and can harvest it without getting stung.

Behavior

  • Found primarily in redwood biomes
  • Omnivore - eats both berries and meat
  • Highly territorial - attacks anything that enters its territory
  • Charging mechanic - builds speed for devastating impacts
  • Can stand on hind legs to roar (intimidation)
  • Swipe attack harvests more berries and meat than bite
  • Surprisingly fast once momentum builds

Taming

Taming Method Knockout
Favorite Food Giant Bee Honey
XP for Kill 16
KO Strategy Very territorial - will attack on sight. Use high-damage weapons for quick knockout. Chain bola can help immobilize. Bring plenty of narcotics as torpor is high (1000).

Drops

Hide Pelt Raw Meat

Habitat

The Island The Center Ragnarok Extinction Valguero Genesis: Part 1 Crystal Isles Genesis: Part 2 Lost Island Aberration

Base Stats

Health 400
Stamina 500
Food 3000
Weight 650
Melee Damage 50
Torpor 1000

Notes

  • Scientific name Arctodus dirus means
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