Finding the source of zombie noises in Minecraft is not easy, especially if you can’t see any mobs nearby. Let’s explore where these intriguing noises could be coming from.
Parrots imitating zombies
If you keep hearing zombie noises in Minecraft but you can’t see any zombies, most likely the source is a parrot imitating zombies. Parrots often mimic the sounds of nearby mobs and monsters.
Why does my parrot make zombie noises Minecraft?
Parrots makes zombie noises due to their mimicking feature. They often imitate the sounds of nearby mobs. If there’s a zombie nearby, you can be sure your parrot will imitate it.
If you find that very annoying, don’t take parrots home with you or take down your mob volume.
There’s a spawner nearby
If your house is located above a cave or zombie spawner, that’s where the zombie noises are coming from. Try digging down and check if there’s a zombie spawner nearby.
Most likely, there’s a tiny cave nearby that allows zombies to spawn. Oftentimes, the cave is straight down which makes pinning down the source quite difficult.
How to find the source of zombie noises in Minecraft
Method 1: Use the Debug Info
To find the source of zombie noises in Minecraft, press F3 to bring up the Debug Info. Check the entity counter in the upper right-hand corner. The first number indicates the number of visible entities. The second number indicates the total number of entities from that area.
Look in different directions, and check when the first number goes up. That could indicate the source of zombie noises. If the source is below, dig down to locate it. After you find the open area, light it up or fill it with blocks.
Method 2: Enable captions
Navigate to Sound options and turn on captions. Turn around and check the arrow pointing left or right. That arrow indicates the direction the zombie noises are coming from.
However, this method doesn’t tell you if the source is above or below.
How far away can you hear zombies in Minecraft?
Zombie noises typically propagate up to 16 blocks in every direction in Minecraft. In some editions, mob noises can travel up to 40 blocks. Ghasts be heard from 100 blocks away.
Conclusion
If you keep hearing zombie noises in Minecraft, check if a parrot is imitating zombies. Additionally, check if there’s a cave or zombie spawner nearby. To identify the source of the noises, use the Debug Info or enable captions.
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