Hesperornis
Best Food
Kibble
Qty (Lvl 150)
20
Time (1x)
28m 26s
Narcotics
0
What is a Hesperornis good for?
Based on its base stats, the Hesperornis is best used as utility & early-game. It's a passive tame.
Utility & early-game
balanced stats — handy for gathering and support
Hesperornis Taming Calculator
Kibble
28m 26s
0%
+0 lvl
| Food | Qty | Time | TE | +Levels | Narcotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kibble BEST | 20 | 28m 26s | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Raw Prime Fish Meat | 133 | 36m 57s | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Cooked Prime Fish Meat | 265 | 1h 15m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Raw Fish Meat | 398 | 1h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Basic Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Exceptional Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Extraordinary Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Regular Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Simple Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Superior Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
Base Stats
| Stat | Base (Lvl 1) | Per Wild Level | Per Tamed Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| ❤️Health | 95 | +19.0 | +27.0% |
| ⚡Stamina | 200 | +20.0 | +10.0% |
| 😴Torpor | 300 | +18.0 | — |
| 💨Oxygen | 150 | +15.0 | +10.0% |
| 🍖Food | 900 | +90.0 | +10.0% |
| ⚖️Weight | 70 | +1.4 | +4.0% |
| ⚔️Melee Damage | 100% | +5.0% | +10.0% |
| 🏃Speed | 100% | — | +1.0% |
Hesperornis Breeding
Egg Incubation
1h 30m
Baby (10%)
2h 48m
Total Maturation
1d 4h 3m
Where to Find & Ride a Hesperornis
Rideable
No
Diet
Piscivore
Temperament
Flippant
Spawn Maps
Spawn Command
cheat summon Hesperornis_Character_BPOpen console with Tab, paste, press Enter.
How to Tame a Hesperornis in ARK
The Hesperornis is a passive tame. Approach it while conscious and feed it from your last inventory slot.
- Place Kibble in your last hotbar/inventory slot
- Approach the Hesperornis slowly
- Press the interaction key when the feed prompt appears
- Wait for the cooldown between feedings, then repeat
Hesperornis Taming Food — Level 150, 1x
| Food | Qty | Time | TE | Narcotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kibble | 20 | 28m 26s | 0% | 0 |
| Raw Prime Fish Meat | 133 | 36m 57s | 0% | 0 |
| Cooked Prime Fish Meat | 265 | 1h 15m | 0% | 0 |
| Raw Fish Meat | 398 | 1h 50m | 0% | 0 |
| Basic Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | 0 |
| Exceptional Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | 0 |
| Extraordinary Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | 0 |
| Regular Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | 0 |
| Simple Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | 0 |
| Superior Kibble | 497 | 8h 50m | 0% | 0 |
Hesperornis FAQ
How do you tame a Hesperornis in ARK: Survival Ascended?
The Hesperornis is a passive tame. Place Kibble in your last inventory slot, approach slowly, and press the interaction key when prompted. Wait for the feeding cooldown between feedings.
What is the best food to tame a Hesperornis?
The best food for taming a Hesperornis is Kibble. At level 150 (1× rates) you need 20 Kibble, which takes 28m 26s and requires 0 narcotics to keep torpor high.
What is the best use for a Hesperornis in ARK?
Based on its base stats, the Hesperornis works best as utility & early-game. Use the taming calculator above to plan the tame.
How long does it take to breed a Hesperornis?
Breeding a Hesperornis takes 1h 30m for egg incubation, then 1d 4h 3m for the baby to fully mature. Imprinting (10% stage) happens after 2h 48m.
What maps does the Hesperornis spawn on in ARK?
The Hesperornis spawns on 10 maps: The Island, The Center, Ragnarok, Extinction, Valguero, Genesis: Part 1, Crystal Isles, Genesis: Part 2, Lost Island, Fjordur.
Can you ride a Hesperornis in ARK?
No — the Hesperornis cannot be ridden, so it doesn't use a saddle. It's still useful for utility & early-game.
What is the Hesperornis spawn command in ARK?
The admin spawn command for Hesperornis is: cheat summon Hesperornis_Character_BP. Open the admin console with Tab, paste the command, and press Enter. Requires admin permissions on your server.
Can I play Hesperornis taming on my own ARK server?
Yes. XGamingServer offers instant ARK: Survival Ascended server hosting with configurable taming speed, full mod support, and 24/7 support. Adjust TamingSpeedMultiplier in GameUserSettings.ini or use the server config generator.
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