What does the Oxpecker do in Grow a Garden
The Oxpecker is a Safari-type support pet released during the Safari Harvest Event. Its core function is to shorten the cooldown of Safari-type plant abilities after they finish their active use. The typical effect is a cooldown reduction (e.g., around 14–15 seconds for the standard version, with stronger variants offering larger reductions). This makes it a valuable ally for players who rely on Safari-type plants to maximize event-focused or time-gated garden strategies.
How to get the Oxpecker in Grow a Garden
Method 1: From the Safari Egg
The Oxpecker is now availble in-game during the Safari Event. Players can hatch the Oxpecker from the Safari Egg.
Step 1: Find the Safari Shop in the center of ther game lobby.
Step 2: Click "E" to interact with the NPC.
Step 3: Check if the Safari Egg is in stock, you can buy one for 30M Sheckles or 149 Robux.
Step 4: Place the egg in your garden and wait 4 hours 10 minutes. There is 50% chance to hatch an Oxpecker.
Method 2: From the Safari Egg
After this event, the Safari Egg wil no longer exist in-game, you'll have to trade with other players for this pet. We suggest that you trade with other players in Grow a Garden, that is the safest way. But it is not convenient to find a proper trading partner quickly, you can use TradeKitsune:
Step 1: Open the TradeKitsune to check the Oxpecker trading page.
Step 2: If there is not suitable trades for you, post your own trades.
Step 3: Use TradeKitsune's Grow a Garden trading calculator to make sure the trades are fair.
Step 4: Chat with protential trading partners for more details.
Step 5: Trade in-game.
Pet Combo and Synergies
Safari Support stacking
The skill effect of a single Oxpecker is not particularly noticeable. If you have a strong need to use Oxpeckers, you can prioritize feeding them to level them up and enhance their skill effects. At the same time, you can also use multiple Oxpeckers in your garden simultaneously to stack their effects.
Oxpecker + Safari Pets
Beyond the Oxpecker, this Safari Event introduces eight new pets: Zebra, Giraffe, Rhino, Elephant, Armadillo, Stag Beetle, Mantis Shrimp, and Hydra.The Oxpecker's skill effect only applies to the pets listed above. When using the Oxpecker, be sure to pair it with these Safari pets.
How to get the latest Grow a Garden news
To quickly get the latest updates on Grow a Garden, follow these channels:
- Grow a Garden Official Roblox Page: Get the latest and fastest event updates, plus direct access to the game.
- Grow a Garden Official X: Event previews, fun game discussions, and player interactions.
- TradeKitsune: Comprehensive pets information and a platform to quickly find trading partners.
FAQ
Q: What platform is Oxpecker most effective on?
A:Oxpecker shines in setups that rely on Safari-type pets and event-driven rotations, where rapid cooldowns enable more frequent ability usage.
Q: Is the Oxpecker worth investing in for early game players?
A: Yes, due to its consistent Safari-type cooldown reduction and relatively accessible drop rate during Safari Harvest events, it provides steady strategic value for garden progress.
Q: How to get the Oxpecker after the Safari Event?
A: You can find trading partners on TradeKitsune and trade with other players in-game.
Q: Is the Oxpecker worth investing in for mid-game players?
A: No, the Oxpecker only works on Safari Egg, which is quite limited, we recommend pets like Queen Bee and Chinchilla for mid-game players.
