Mesopithecus
Best Food
Basic Augmented Kibble
Qty (Lvl 150)
30
Time (1x)
10m 39s
Narcotics
0
What is a Mesopithecus good for?
Based on its base stats, the Mesopithecus is best used as utility & early-game. It's a passive tame.
Utility & early-game
balanced stats — handy for gathering and support
Mesopithecus Taming Calculator
Basic
10m 39s
4.51%
+3 lvl
| Food | Qty | Time | TE | +Levels | Narcotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Augmented Kibble BEST | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Exceptional Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Extraordinary Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Regular Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Simple Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Superior Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Kibble | 30 | 15m 59s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Basic Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Exceptional Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Extraordinary Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Regular Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Simple Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Superior Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | +3 | 0 |
| Mejoberry | 399 | 1h 19m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Berries | 598 | 1h 19m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
| Sweet Vegetable Cake | 598 | 1h 19m | 0% | +0 | 0 |
Base Stats
| Stat | Base (Lvl 1) | Per Wild Level | Per Tamed Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| ❤️Health | 230 | +46.0 | +27.0% |
| ⚡Stamina | 100 | +10.0 | +10.0% |
| 😴Torpor | 60 | +3.6 | — |
| 💨Oxygen | 150 | +15.0 | +10.0% |
| 🍖Food | 450 | +45.0 | +10.0% |
| ⚖️Weight | 70 | +1.4 | +4.0% |
| ⚔️Melee Damage | 100% | +5.0% | +10.0% |
| 🏃Speed | 100% | — | +1.0% |
Mesopithecus Breeding
Gestation
2h 38m
Baby (10%)
3h 5m
Total Maturation
1d 6h 51m
Where to Find & Ride a Mesopithecus
Rideable
No
Diet
Omnivore
Temperament
Curious
Spawn Maps
Spawn Command
cheat summon Monkey_Character_BP_Aggressive_MedOpen console with Tab, paste, press Enter.
How to Tame a Mesopithecus in ARK
The Mesopithecus is a passive tame. Approach it while conscious and feed it from your last inventory slot.
- Place Basic Augmented Kibble in your last hotbar/inventory slot
- Approach the Mesopithecus slowly
- Press the interaction key when the feed prompt appears
- Wait for the cooldown between feedings, then repeat
Mesopithecus Taming Food — Level 150, 1x
| Food | Qty | Time | TE | Narcotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Exceptional Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Extraordinary Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Regular Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Simple Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Superior Augmented Kibble | 30 | 10m 39s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Kibble | 30 | 15m 59s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Basic Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Exceptional Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Extraordinary Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Regular Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Simple Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Superior Kibble | 30 | 17m 3s | 4.51% | 0 |
| Mejoberry | 399 | 1h 19m | 0% | 0 |
| Berries | 598 | 1h 19m | 0% | 0 |
| Sweet Vegetable Cake | 598 | 1h 19m | 0% | 0 |
Mesopithecus FAQ
How do you tame a Mesopithecus in ARK: Survival Ascended?
The Mesopithecus is a passive tame. Place Basic Augmented 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 Mesopithecus?
The best food for taming a Mesopithecus is Basic Augmented Kibble. At level 150 (1× rates) you need 30 Basic Augmented Kibble, which takes 10m 39s and requires 0 narcotics to keep torpor high.
What is the best use for a Mesopithecus in ARK?
Based on its base stats, the Mesopithecus works best as utility & early-game. Use the taming calculator above to plan the tame.
How long does it take to breed a Mesopithecus?
Breeding a Mesopithecus takes 2h 38m for gestation, then 1d 6h 51m for the baby to fully mature. Imprinting (10% stage) happens after 3h 5m.
What maps does the Mesopithecus spawn on in ARK?
The Mesopithecus 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 Mesopithecus in ARK?
No — the Mesopithecus cannot be ridden, so it doesn't use a saddle. It's still useful for utility & early-game.
What is the Mesopithecus spawn command in ARK?
The admin spawn command for Mesopithecus is: cheat summon Monkey_Character_BP_Aggressive_Med. Open the admin console with Tab, paste the command, and press Enter. Requires admin permissions on your server.
Can I play Mesopithecus 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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