Minecraft's Pink Pigs: Why They're Essential

Surviving in the blocky world of Minecraft requires more than just sturdy walls and reliable tools; a stable food source is crucial. While cows offer steaks and milk, and chickens provide eggs, pigs stand out for their predictability and ease of maintenance. These pink companions don't need special conditions, are simple to breed, and are ready to transform into delicious bacon at any time.

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Before you start filling your chests with food, let's explore how to establish your own farm of these oinking friends.

Table of Contents

• Why Are Pigs Useful?
• Where to Find Pigs?
• What Do Pigs Eat in Minecraft?
• How to Breed Pigs in Minecraft?
• A New Kind of Pig

Why Are Pigs Useful?

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Pigs are a valuable food source in Minecraft. Their meat is not only easy to obtain but also becomes one of the most nutritious foods in the game once cooked. Additionally, if you have a saddle, pigs can serve as a unique mode of transportation!

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By saddling up and using a carrot on a stick, you can embark on a leisurely journey across the vast landscapes. While not the fastest mode of transport, it's certainly stylish and fun.

Where to Find Pigs?

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Pigs inhabit several common biomes:

• Meadows – the perfect pastures for them.
• Forests – they appear just as often among the trees.
• Plains – with their open space and grass, this biome is a true pig paradise.

They typically spawn in small groups of 2–4 individuals. If there’s a village nearby, check it out as local farmers sometimes keep pigs in pens.

What Do Pigs Eat in Minecraft?

To breed pigs, you'll need carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. Holding just one of these root vegetables instantly attracts the attention of the entire pig population.

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When you feed two pigs, they enter "love mode," and shortly after, a baby piglet appears. After 10 minutes, the piglet grows into an adult, ready for further breeding.

How to Breed Pigs in Minecraft?

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While pigs cannot be tamed like cats or wolves, they can be used for transportation with a saddle. However, simply saddling the pig isn't enough—it won't move at your command without a carrot on a stick:

• Craft a fishing rod. You'll need three sticks and two pieces of string, which can be obtained from spiders.

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• Add a carrot. Combine the fishing rod with a carrot at the crafting table to create a carrot on a stick.

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• Find a pink friend and saddle up. Saddles can be found in chests inside dungeons, temples, or strongholds, or traded with villagers.

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• Hold the carrot on a stick in your hand. The pig will move in the direction you point.

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• Build a pen. Use fences or dig a pit to keep the animals from wandering off.

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• Find at least two pigs. This can be challenging, but if you're near meadows or plains, you won't have to search for long.

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• Lead them into the pen. Simply hold a carrot in your hand, and they'll follow you.

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• Feed them carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. In a few seconds, a baby piglet will appear.

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• Wait 10 minutes for the piglet to grow up. To speed up the process, you can feed it additional root vegetables.

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A New Kind of Pig

In Minecraft Bedrock, "adaptive" pigs have been introduced, featuring versions for warm and cold climates.

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These pigs have distinct models and spawn in different locations: the cold-climate version sports a fur coat, while the warm-climate one has a reddish tint. In temperate biomes, the classic pig continues to appear. These features are currently available as part of "experimental gameplay".

Breeding pigs isn't just a convenient way to secure a food supply; it's also an opportunity to raise amusing pets. They are low-maintenance, easy to breed, and can even serve as a quirky means of transportation.