Manta
Best Food
AnglerGel
Qty (Lvl 150)
255
Time (1x)
2h 5m
Narcotics
0
What is a Manta good for?
Based on its base stats, the Manta is best used as utility & early-game. It's a passive tame.
Utility & early-game
balanced stats — handy for gathering and support
Manta Taming Calculator
AnglerGel
2h 5m
0%
+0 lvl
| Food | Qty | Time | TE | +Levels | Narcotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AnglerGel BEST | 255 | 2h 5m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
Base Stats
| Stat | Base (Lvl 1) | Per Wild Level | Per Tamed Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| ❤️Health | 320 | +16.0 | +6.8% |
| ⚡Stamina | 270 | +54.0 | +20.0% |
| 😴Torpor | 700 | +42.0 | — |
| 💨Oxygen | 150 | +15.0 | +10.0% |
| 🍖Food | 1,000 | +100.0 | +10.0% |
| ⚖️Weight | 200 | +4.0 | +4.0% |
| ⚔️Melee Damage | 100% | +5.0% | +5.0% |
| 🏃Speed | 100% | — | +1.3% |
Manta Breeding
Gestation
7h 56m
Baby (10%)
3h 42m
Total Maturation
1d 13h 2m
Where to Find & Ride a Manta
Rideable
Yes
Saddle
Manta Saddle (Lv 28)
Diet
Carnivore
Temperament
Aggressive
Spawn Maps
Spawn Command
cheat summon Manta_Character_BPOpen console with Tab, paste, press Enter.
How to Tame a Manta in ARK
The Manta is a passive tame. Approach it while conscious and feed it from your last inventory slot.
- Place AnglerGel in your last hotbar/inventory slot
- Approach the Manta slowly
- Press the interaction key when the feed prompt appears
- Wait for the cooldown between feedings, then repeat
Manta Taming Food — Level 150, 1x
| Food | Qty | Time | TE | Narcotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AnglerGel | 255 | 2h 5m | 0% | 0 |
Manta FAQ
How do you tame a Manta in ARK: Survival Ascended?
The Manta is a passive tame. Place AnglerGel 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 Manta?
The best food for taming a Manta is AnglerGel. At level 150 (1× rates) you need 255 AnglerGel, which takes 2h 5m and requires 0 narcotics to keep torpor high.
What is the best use for a Manta in ARK?
Based on its base stats, the Manta works best as utility & early-game. Use the taming calculator above to plan the tame.
How long does it take to breed a Manta?
Breeding a Manta takes 7h 56m for gestation, then 1d 13h 2m for the baby to fully mature. Imprinting (10% stage) happens after 3h 42m.
What maps does the Manta spawn on in ARK?
The Manta spawns on 10 maps: The Island, The Center, Ragnarok, Aberration, Valguero, Genesis: Part 1, Crystal Isles, Genesis: Part 2, Lost Island, Fjordur.
What saddle do you need for a Manta?
The Manta uses the Manta Saddle, which unlocks at level 28. You'll need to tame one first (it's a passive tame).
What is the Manta spawn command in ARK?
The admin spawn command for Manta is: cheat summon Manta_Character_BP. Open the admin console with Tab, paste the command, and press Enter. Requires admin permissions on your server.
Can I play Manta 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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