Unveil the secrets to taming the elusive Rhyniognatha, a colossal, dragonfly-like insect that serves as a versatile aerial companion in ARK: Survival Ascended. Capturing and domesticating this formidable creature poses a unique challenge due to its aggressive behavior and potent ranged assaults capable of launching you across the landscape in seconds.

However, hope is not lost, as a distinct method exists to tame the Rhyniognatha and make it your trusty mount. Unlike traditional taming techniques involving traps or favorite foods, this process requires unconventional steps. Here's how to embark on this extraordinary journey.

Discovering the Rhyniognatha's Habitat

The Rhyniognatha roams the Swamp regions of both The Island and Lost Island maps. Seek out this majestic creature in:

• The Swamp adjacent to the Redwood Biome (The Island map)
• The Swamp near Griffin Mountain (Lost Island map)

Identifying a Rhyniognatha in these areas is relatively straightforward due to its imposing size and distinctive sounds. Once spotted, prepare to commence the taming process by ensuring you have the necessary resources at hand.

Cracking the Rhyniognatha Taming Code

Taming a Rhyniognatha deviates from the norm of dinosaur taming in the game. Instead of the conventional approach of feeding the creature, follow these steps:

• Begin by eliminating a Rhyniognatha to acquire its pheromone.
• Enlist a dinosaur with formidable stats and decent HP, place the pheromone in its inventory.
• Locate a female Rhyniognatha and reduce its HP to 100 or 10 percent. Optimal methods involve using a Net Gun to immobilize the creature before using a less powerful weapon to avoid accidental fatalities.
• Witness the Rhyniognatha impregnating your dinosaur with an egg. Be prepared to satisfy your dinosaur's cravings with a diverse array of items like Kibble, Curry, Steak, and more, as these demands are random.
• Upon completion, the egg will hatch, revealing a newborn Rhyniognatha. Remember, this process will result in the demise of your host dinosaur.

The Rhyniognatha excels in traversing varied terrains, showcasing abilities to walk on land, soar through the skies, glide over water surfaces, and even plunge into aquatic depths. Its resilience to damage, capacity to transport items like a refrigerator, or even creatures like a T-Rex, and formidable combat prowess make it an indispensable ally in battle.