Sabertooth

Sabertooth

Creature Guide

Mammals

Overview

The Sabertooth (Smilodon), or simply Saber, is a large predatory cat in ARK: Survival Evolved known for its massive fangs. Found primarily in cold mountain regions, these aggressive hunters can be deadly opponents but make excellent combat mounts once tamed.

Dossier

Wild

Smilodon brutalis is a solitary hunter, generally found in cold, lightly wooded areas. The Island

Domesticated

While not as fast as Raptors, there

Behavior

  • Found primarily in cold mountain regions
  • Highly aggressive - will immediately attack on sight
  • Usually found in pairs but can spawn in groups up to 6
  • Will hunt in packs to take down larger prey like Mammoths
  • Can take down Carnotaurus and even Tyrannosaurus in groups
  • Has massive fangs for delivering deadly bites

Taming

Taming Method Knockout
Favorite Food Raw Mutton
XP for Kill 20
KO Strategy Sabertooths are found in mountain regions. Use a trap or bola to immobilize, then knock out with tranquilizer arrows or darts. They have moderate torpor so bring extra narcotics. Best to separate from any nearby pack members.
Food After Taming Raw Mutton, Raw Prime Meat, Raw Meat

Drops

Hide Keratin Raw Meat

Habitat

The Island The Center Scorched Earth Ragnarok Extinction Valguero Crystal Isles Genesis: Part 2 Lost Island

Base Stats

Health 250
Stamina 200
Food 1200
Weight 200
Melee Damage 29
Torpor 500

Notes

  • Scientific name Smilodon brutalis means
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