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 reliability. These pink companions don't need special conditions, are easy to breed, and can be transformed into delicious bacon, making them a predictable and valuable resource.

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

Table of Content ---

• 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 an excellent source of food in Minecraft. Their meat, once cooked, is one of the most nutritious foods available in the game. Additionally, with 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 game's vast landscapes. While not the fastest mode of transport, it's certainly stylish and fun.

Where to Find Pigs?

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Pigs can be found in several common biomes:

• Meadows – ideal pastures for them.
• Forests – they frequently appear among the trees.
• Plains – with their open spaces and grass, this biome is a true pig paradise.

They usually spawn in small groups of 2–4. If there's a village nearby, check it out—sometimes local farmers keep them in pens.

What Do Pigs Eat in Minecraft?

To breed pigs, you'll need carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. Holding any of these root vegetables will instantly attract the attention of nearby pigs.

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Feeding two pigs will put them into "love mode," resulting in a baby piglet shortly after. The piglet will grow into an adult in about 10 minutes and be ready for further breeding.

How to Breed Pigs in Minecraft?

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While pigs can't be tamed like cats or wolves, they can be used for transportation with a saddle. However, to control them, you'll need 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 pig 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. 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 pigs from wandering off.

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• Find at least two pigs. This can be challenging, but meadows or plains are good places to start.

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• Lead them into the pen. Hold a carrot to lure them inside.

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• Feed them carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. A baby piglet will appear shortly.

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• Wait 10 minutes for the piglet to grow up. You can speed up the process by feeding it more 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 will continue 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.