Alpha creatures in ARK: Survival Evolved are a unique and formidable type of dinosaur that can be found roaming the game's vast environments. These creatures are larger and more aggressive than their regular counterparts, and they are marked by a distinctive red glow surrounding their bodies. Alpha creatures have increased health, damage, and speed compared to regular creatures, making them a significant challenge for even the most experienced players. They can be found in various locations throughout the game's maps and are often accompanied by a pack of regular creatures.
| Creature | Diet | Temperament | Torpor Immune | Special Loot | Map |
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Alpha Basilisk |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Basilisk Fang | Aberration, Fjordur |
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Alpha Blood Crystal Wyvern |
Carnivore | Aggressive | No | Alpha Crystal Talon, Primal Crystal, Wyvern Gloves Skin | Crystal Isles |
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Alpha Carnotaurus |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Carnotaurus Arm, Rex Bone Helmet Skin | All maps except Scorched Earth and Aberration |
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Alpha Deathworm |
Carnivore | Extremely Territorial | Yes | Deathworm Horn, Alpha Deathworm Trophy, Manticore Helmet Skin | Scorched Earth |
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Alpha Fire Wyvern |
Carnivore | Aggressive | No | Fire Talon, Wyvern Milk, Alpha Wyvern Trophy, Wyvern Gloves Skin | Scorched Earth, Ragnarok, Lost Island |
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Alpha Karkinos |
Omnivore | Aggressive | No | Alpha Karkinos Claw | Aberration, Valguero, Fjordur |
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Alpha Leedsichthys |
Piscivore | Defensive | Yes | Captain's Hat Skin, Alpha Leedsichthys Blubber | All maps except Scorched Earth, Ragnarok, Aberration, and Extinction |
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Alpha Megalodon |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Megalodon Fin | All maps except Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, and Genesis: Part 1 |
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Alpha Mosasaur |
Carnivore | Aggressive | No | Alpha Mosasaur Tooth, Black Pearl, Fireworks Rocket Launcher Skin | All maps except Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, and Genesis: Part 1 |
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Alpha Raptor |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Raptor Claw, Rex Bone Helmet Skin | All maps except Scorched Earth, Aberration, and Genesis: Part 1 |
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Alpha Surface Reaper King |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Reaper King Barb | Aberration |
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Alpha T-Rex |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Tyrannosaur Tooth, Alpha Rex Trophy, Trike Bone Helmet Skin | All maps except Scorched Earth, Aberration, and Genesis: Part 1 |
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Alpha Tusoteuthis |
Carnivore | Aggressive | Yes | Alpha Tusoteuthis Eye, Black Pearl, Tusoteuthis Tentacle | All maps except Scorched Earth, Aberration, and Extinction |
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Alpha X-Triceratops |
Herbivore | Aggressive | No | Alpha X-Triceratops Skull | Genesis: Part 1 |
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Iceworm Queen |
Carnivore | Extremely Territorial | Yes | Deathworm Horn, Alpha Deathworm Trophy, Manticore Helmet Skin | Ragnarok |