The Oxpecker is a limited pet introduced during the Safari Harvest Event in Grow a Garden. This unique bird helps boost the cooldown efficiency of other Safari-type pets, making it a valuable companion for collectors and competitive players alike.
Appearance
The Oxpecker is a small black bird with a yellow-tinted lower body and a bright red-and-yellow beak, inspired by real oxpeckers found in the African savannas.
If you’re looking to expand your collection beyond the Safari Event, don’t forget to buy GAG pets in the shop! These pets, along with the Oxpecker, can help you build a stronger and more diverse garden team. Whether you’re collecting for fun or strategy, every new pet brings unique abilities that make Grow a Garden even more exciting.
General Information
| Tier | Common |
|---|---|
| Obtained From | Safari Egg |
| Event | Safari Harvest |
| Price | Unknown |
| Passive | When Safari-type pets finish their abilities, they start their cooldown 15 seconds faster |
| Hunger | Unknown |
| Obtainable? | Yes |
| Date Added | November 1st, 2025 |
Oxpecker Pet Abilities and Passives
| Type | Trait | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Oxpecker | Safari Support | When Safari-type pets finish their abilities, they begin their next cooldown 14–30 seconds faster. |
| Rainbow Oxpecker | Rainbow Safari Support | Safari-type pets begin their next cooldown 24–50 seconds faster after finishing their abilities. |
How to Get the Oxpecker Pet
To unlock the Oxpecker pet, you must hatch a Safari Egg. There are two main methods to obtain this egg:
- Safari Harvest Rewards
- Submit 500 points worth of fruits during the event.
- Rewards:
- 4.23% chance to receive one Safari Egg
- 0.85% chance to receive three Safari Eggs
- Safari Shop Purchase
- Requires unlocking 125 million Safari milestones.
- You can buy the Safari Egg for either:
- 30,000,000 Sheckles, or
- 149 Robux (if not currently in stock)
Once you have obtained the egg, place it in your garden and wait for it to hatch. The hatching time is approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes.
The Oxpecker is a small but mighty addition to the Safari collection. With its cooldown-reducing passive, it’s ideal for players focusing on efficiency and synergy between Safari-type pets.