Dododex
ARK: Survival Evolved & Ascended Companion

Utility Tips

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Faster swimmer than my 140.5% Movement Speed character with flippers, with base speed it can outswim pretty much any wild ocean creature.
Can be used to lure Mantas into taming pens at pretty early levels, and is much more maneuverable than any other amphibious mount. When ridden, can also side-strafe and VERY slowly swimm backwards if you so wish.
Pump some Health and Speed only.
They can only mate in the water. The egg looks like a ball of jelly and floats on the water surface. You can't pick it up! It doesn't spoil either.
This dino is excellent for getting the deep sea loot crates. Be aware that your own stamina runs down very slowly when you're riding.