How to Beat and Capture Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds

Ready to take down the Chatacabra, whether by a swift kill or a clever capture? This long-tongued amphibian is one of the first monsters you'll encounter in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, and mastering this fight will set you up for success in future hunts. Let's dive in!

How to Beat Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds

Weaknesses: Ice, Thunder
Resistances: N/A
Immunities: Sonic Bomb

The Chatacabra, a large frog-like creature, primarily uses close-range attacks with its long tongue. While it can rush you from a distance, its attacks are generally predictable. Most weapons are effective against it, though the Bow and Charge Blade might feel slightly less efficient due to its smaller size and the multi-hit nature of some attacks being more effective against larger targets.

Its tongue-based attacks make the front a dangerous place to be. Besides the obvious lick, it slams its front limbs into the ground after a noticeable rearing-up animation. The only significant attack from a distance involves it raising its head and sweeping its tongue behind it.

The key to victory? Stay to its sides, dodging or blocking its slam attack whenever it rears. Exploiting its elemental weaknesses (Ice and Thunder) will significantly speed up the fight. With the right strategy, you’ll be sporting a new frog-skin trophy in no time!

How to Capture Chatacabra in Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster capture in Monster Hunter Wilds follows a consistent pattern, and the flightless Chatacabra simplifies things. You'll need either a Shock Trap or a Pitfall Trap, and two Tranq Bombs. It's wise to bring one of each trap type and a full eight Tranq Bombs to account for unforeseen circumstances.

Battle the Chatacabra until its icon on the mini-map displays a skull, indicating it's preparing to flee. Follow it, set your trap, and lure it inside. Once trapped, use two Tranq Bombs to tranquilize it, completing the capture.