Taming Zombie Nautilus in Minecraft: Tips and Tricks
Learn how to tame and ride the Zombie Nautilus with Drowned mobs in Minecraft, using pufferfish and saddles.
Minecraft players can now tame Zombie Nautilus, a unique mob added to the game when a Trident-wielding Drowned appears in ocean biomes. Players must first defeat the mounted Drowned before taming the Nautilus.
Versions & loaders
This feature is available in Minecraft Java Edition as part of the latest update. Players should ensure their modloader, such as Forge or Fabric (modloader), supports any mods required to optimize the gameplay experience.
Installation & deps
Players need a saddle and pufferfish to complete the taming process. Pufferfish can be found via fishing or using a water bucket. The saddle is necessary to control the Nautilus after taming.
Impact / What’s next
Taming the Zombie Nautilus allows players enhanced underwater mobility and adds tactical options in ocean biomes. Using a Water Breathing potion improves safety during underwater combat. This addition broadens the potential for exploration and combat tactics in open waters.