Aberrant Diplodocus
Calculate expected resource yield per node for any dino. Select a node type and harvester.
Each hit on a node generates resource drops. The game randomly picks a resource from the loot table for each drop. Higher melee depletes the node faster, which can reduce total drops. The "best" melee is where you get the most drops.
Compare dino harvest yields from creature corpses. Select a corpse and up to 3 harvesters to compare.
Each hit on a corpse generates resource drops based on damage dealt. The game randomly picks a resource from the corpse's loot table for each drop. Higher melee depletes the corpse faster, which can reduce total drops. All dinos get the same resource distribution from a given corpse - the difference is total drops from base damage.
The Aberrant Diplodocus, a tamable, herbivore creature in ARK: Survival Ascended, is a notable presence across multiple maps. It falls within the Variant classification.
With 106% base Melee Damage, the Aberrant Diplodocus has solid damage output. The Aberrant Diplodocus has 1,632 base Health - a proper tank. Its base Stamina of 550 gives it good endurance. Weight capacity starts at 800, giving it excellent carrying capacity.
Taming the Aberrant Diplodocus doesn't require unconsciousness. Instead, sneak up to it and hand-feed its preferred food. Its preferred food is Regular Kibble.
After taming, the Aberrant Diplodocus pulls double duty as both a capable resource harvester and pack animal. It reproduces by laying eggs, which must be incubated between 26°C and 29°C. A wild Aberrant Diplodocus is worth 6 base experience when killed. It can be cloned at a Cloning Chamber for 0.23 Element plus 0.01 Element per level.