Where can you find Squid (Beta) in ARK: Survival Ascended?

Check the interactive spawn map on the Squid (Beta) spawn location page for exact spawn zones across all ARK maps. Spawn density and locations vary by map.

How long does it take to raise a baby Squid (Beta)?

A baby Squid (Beta) takes 7 days and 17 hours to reach full maturity. Use a breeding calculator for imprint timing and food requirements.

Squid (Beta) Taming, Breeding & Spawns

Squid Beta

BOSS

Squid (Beta)

Spawn Command

Information

Level

Preset

Base Settings

Variant

Taming Speed

Spawn Locations

Squid (Beta) does not currently spawn on any ARK: Survival Ascended map, or spawn data is not yet available.

Taming

Squid (Beta) is not tamable.

Breeding

Open Calculator →

TypeLive Birth

Maturation Time7d 17h

XP Calculator

Full Calculator →

Kill XP

Boss Kill (5×)

Creature Level

Kill Count

Per Kill22,260 XP

70 base × 15.9 level × 4 × 5× boss kill × 1× server

Server Settings(Game.ini)

Official servers use non-1× defaults for kill-type multipliers. Adjust these if your server uses custom Game.ini values.

Server XP

Wild Kill

Tamed Kill

Alpha Kill

Cave Kill

Boss Kill

Damage Resistances

Incoming damage to the Squid (Beta) is modified by 15 different type-specific multipliers. It shrugs off 8 damage types but is weak to 6, with its worst vulnerability at +400%. Focus damage there for maximum efficiency. See the full breakdown in the table below. Values under 100% indicate resistance, above 100% indicate weakness.

KrakenBubbleExplosion

0%-100%

MiningDrill Harvest

0%-100%

Dino AttacksStandard dino melee hits

50%-50%

Plant Species XPlant turret projectiles

50%-50%

Herbivore DinoHerbivore dino attacks

60%-40%

Stone WeaponsClub, slingshot (high torpor)

66%-34%

Base Stats

Full Stats →

Stat	Base (Lv.1)	Wild +/Lv	Tamed +/Lv
Health	1920.0	+384.00	+3.00%
Stamina	300.0	+30.00	+2.00%
Torpidity	1800.0	+108.00	+0.00%
Food	3200.0	+320.00	+2.00%
Weight	800.0	+16.00	+0.80%
Melee Damage Multiplier	100.0%	+5.00%	+10.00%
Speed Multiplier	100.0%	+0.00%	+1.00%

Hitbox Multipliers

The Squid (Beta) has 1 hitbox zone, each with a different damage multiplier. Its weakest point is the upper_beak at 3x - a significant damage bonus when you land your shots there.

upper_beakupper_beak

3.00x

Can Damage

The Squid (Beta) can damage: Thatch, Wood. It can break through Thatch and Wood, so upgrade to Stone at minimum for protection.

Thatch

Wood

Stone

Metal

Tek

Tools & Guides

Taming CalculatorFood, narcotics, and time for any level

Breeding CalculatorMaturation, imprint timers, raising costs

BuildingsCommunity traps, pens, enclosures

AbilitiesAttacks, harvest specs, unique skills

Tips & TricksCommunity strategies and advice

Spawn LocationInteractive maps with spawn zones

Spawn CommandAdmin commands, all variants

Squid (Beta) Tips & Tricks

Browse survivor-submitted tips and strategies for the Squid (Beta). For boss fights, expect guides on team composition, recommended stat thresholds, and proven arena strategies.

Everything you need to know about the Squid (Beta) in ARK: Survival Ascended is collected here. Use the stat overview, taming summary, and breeding details below to plan your approach, then explore the dedicated tool pages for step-by-step help.

The Squid (Beta) starts with 1,920 base Health, 100% base Melee Damage, 800 base Weight. These base values scale with each wild and tamed level-up, so check the taming calculator to see exactly what stats you can expect at different levels.

The Squid (Beta) gives live birth after a gestation period. Babies mature in 7 days and 17 hours. Check the breeding calculator for detailed imprint schedules and raising costs.

The Squid (Beta) is one of ARK: Survival Ascended's boss creatures, fought in its own arena with a prepared team. It belongs to the Boss category.

Stamina sits at 300 base, providing decent staying power. With 100% base Melee Damage, the Squid (Beta) has decent hitting power. The Squid (Beta) has 1,920 base Health - extremely durable. Weight capacity starts at 800, giving it an enormous weight pool.

Once tamed, the Squid (Beta) guards its arena fiercely - come prepared with your best creatures and gear. Defeating one in the wild grants 70 base XP. It can be cloned at a Cloning Chamber for 0.87 Element plus 0.01 Element per level.

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