Dimetrodon

Source: Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse p. 95, Volo’s Guide to Monsters p. 139

This sail-backed reptile is commonly found in areas where dinosaurs live. It hunts on shores and in shallow water, filling a similar role to a crocodile.

title: Dimetrodon
![](Mechanics/CLI/bestiary/beast/token/dimetrodon-mpmm.webp#token)
*Medium beast (dinosaur), Unaligned*
 
- **Armor Class** 12 (natural armor)
- **Hit Points** 19 (`3d8 + 6`) 
- **Speed** 30 ft., swim 20 ft.
 
|STR|DEX|CON|INT|WIS|CHA|
|:---:|:---:|:---:|:---:|:---:|:---:|
|14 (+2)|10 (+0)|15 (+2)| 2 (-4)|10 (+0)| 5 (-3)|
 
- **Proficiency Bonus** +2
- **Saving Throws** ⏤
- **Skills** [Perception](Mechanics/CLI/rules/skills.md#Perception) +2
- **Senses** passive Perception 12
- **Languages** —
- **Challenge** 1/4
 
## Actions
 
***Bite.*** *Melee Weapon Attack:* `+4` to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. *Hit:* 9 (`2d6 + 2`) piercing damage.

Environment

coastal, swamp