How to Get a Dinosaur Egg in Stardew Valley: A Comprehensive Guide
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The Dinosaur Egg is a coveted item in Stardew Valley, not just for its value but also for the prehistoric poultry it unlocks. Obtaining one can feel like a lucky break, but knowing the various methods greatly improves your chances. This guide will detail all the ways you can acquire a Dinosaur Egg, ensuring you’re well on your way to raising your own Jurassic companion.
How to Obtain a Dinosaur Egg
In short, you can obtain a Dinosaur Egg through several methods:
- Artifact Spots: Digging up Artifact Spots in The Mountains (including the Quarry). This is one of the most common ways to find one, albeit with a low chance.
- Fishing Treasure Chests: Catching Fishing Treasure Chests after reaching Fishing level 2 and having found at least one artifact.
- Pepper Rex Drop: Defeating a Pepper Rex in the Skull Cavern. This is a reliable method once you can reliably access the Skull Cavern.
- Prehistoric Floors in the Skull Cavern: Foraging on Prehistoric Floors in the Skull Cavern. This floor type has a chance to spawn unique items, including the Dinosaur Egg.
- Crane Game Prize: Winning it from the Crane Game at the Movie Theater, although this is a rare possibility.
Let’s break down each method in more detail:
Artifact Spots in the Mountains
The most accessible method for new players is digging up Artifact Spots in the Mountains. These wiggly, worm-like spots in the ground are prime locations for finding various artifacts and resources. While the chance of finding a Dinosaur Egg is low—around 0.6 percent— this is the most frequent way you’ll come across one early in your game. The Quarry, which is part of the Mountain area, is also a viable location for this. Just equip your hoe and dig every spot you see!
Fishing Treasure Chests
If you enjoy fishing, there’s a chance you might find a Dinosaur Egg within Treasure Chests obtained while fishing. However, you’ll need to be Fishing level 2 or higher, and you need to have found at least one artifact beforehand. This method is good to focus on especially when fishing near locations where you have also previously found artifacts, as this can improve the probability of finding the egg, and also improve the rate of finding treasure chests in general.
Pepper Rex Drops
The Pepper Rex is a dinosaur-like enemy found in the Skull Cavern. Defeating one has a chance to yield a Dinosaur Egg. This is a much more direct route to getting the item, although it requires you to have already unlocked and be skilled enough to delve into the Skull Cavern. The deeper you go, the more likely you are to encounter a Pepper Rex.
Prehistoric Floors in the Skull Cavern
Prehistoric Floors in the Skull Cavern are special floors that have a ~2.2% chance of spawning below floor 6. These floors feature unique foliage and enemies and can be identified by the presence of Fiddlehead Ferns. It is on these floors that Dinosaur Eggs may be found by foraging, though the chance is not guaranteed, so make sure you take your time exploring them fully.
Crane Game Prize at the Movie Theater
Though extremely rare, the Dinosaur Egg can also be found as a prize in the Crane Game at the Movie Theater after it has been unlocked. This requires patience and good timing. This is the least reliable method for obtaining the egg but can be an unexpected surprise when you are trying to win other prizes.
What to Do with Your First Dinosaur Egg
Once you obtain your first Dinosaur Egg, resist the urge to donate it to the museum. Instead, place the egg in an Incubator inside a Big or Deluxe Coop. After 12 days (or 6 days with the Coopmaster Profession), a Dinosaur will hatch. Mature dinosaurs lay Dinosaur Eggs every 7 days, providing a renewable source of this valuable item.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How often do dinosaurs lay eggs in Stardew Valley?
Dinosaurs lay Dinosaur Eggs every seven days once they reach maturity.
What is the base price of a Dinosaur Egg?
A Dinosaur Egg has a base selling price of 350g.
How do I make Dinosaur Mayonnaise?
You can produce Dinosaur Mayonnaise by placing a Dinosaur Egg into a Mayonnaise Machine. It takes 3 hours to process and sells for 800g.
Is there only one Dinosaur Egg in Stardew Valley?
No, while getting one can seem rare initially, there is no limit to the amount of Dinosaur Eggs you can obtain via any of the methods detailed above.
Will dinosaurs eat my chickens in Stardew Valley?
No, dinosaurs will not harm your chickens. They eat hay and grass, just like other coop animals.
How long does it take to hatch a Dinosaur Egg in Stardew Valley?
A Dinosaur Egg takes 12 days to hatch in an incubator or 6 days with the Coopmaster Profession.
How do I get the dinosaur outfit in Stardew Valley?
You can create the dinosaur outfit using a Dinosaur Egg and Mayonnaise for the hat and pants and a Duck Egg for the shirt, using the sewing machine at Emily’s house.
What are prehistoric floors in the Skull Cavern?
Prehistoric floors are rare floors found below floor 6 of the Skull Cavern. They have a unique look with unique foliage, and a 2.2% chance of spawning.
What do rabbits drop in Stardew Valley?
Rabbits drop Wool regularly. If their friendship level is high enough, they may also drop a Rabbit’s Foot.
What is the best thing to do with a Dinosaur Egg in Stardew Valley?
The most beneficial thing to do with the first Dinosaur Egg is to incubate it to get a dinosaur. After that, you can choose to incubate more eggs for more dinosaurs or make Dinosaur Mayonnaise for profit.
How many dinosaurs should I have in Stardew Valley?
It depends on your objectives. You only need one dinosaur to produce more eggs. Having multiple can be good for profit if you make dinosaur mayonnaise, but is ultimately up to the player.
What floor are dinosaurs found on in Stardew Valley?
Dinosaur Eggs are not found on specific floors other than on prehistoric floors in the Skull Cavern. You can encounter Pepper Rex enemies at any point in the Skull Cavern.
How do I unlock the Blue Chicken in Stardew Valley?
You unlock Blue Chickens after reaching the 8-heart event with Shane. Then, you can buy them from Marnie for 800 gold.
What do you do with Dinosaur Bones in Stardew Valley?
Dinosaur Bones, such as the Prehistoric Vertebra, can be used in the Bone Mill to make fertilizers.
Is the Void Egg worth it in Stardew Valley?
Void Eggs are more valuable than regular eggs and are loved gifts for both Krobus and Sebastian. It’s worth getting at least one Void Chicken, which you can acquire from hatching an egg in an incubator.