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Predator Deaths: A Guide To Yautja Getting Killed


The Predators usually get killed on their hunts, and a Yautja surviving a Predator movie is very rare. The Predator Deaths section covers everything about the Yautja getting killed in different ways, including beheadings and blowing themselves up with the wrist-bomb. You will also learn about how Predators feel about death (including Yautja religion), and a listing of their weaknesses.

Headless Predators: List Of Yautja Who Were Decapitated


A removed Predator head from Predator: Big Game

Although the Predators love to take trophies of men and Xenomorphs, they often end up losing their heads during a hunt. The following article summarizes a selection of these Yautja, each of whom met decapitation in the hands of their enemy.

Yautja Lifespan: How Long Do Predators Live?


An Ancient Predator

The Yautja lifespan stands as a particularly intriguing puzzle, although evidence from the movies and expanded lore seems to suggest that Predators live much longer than humans. Find out here, exactly how long the Predators live if they manage to survive their perilous hunts.

Yautja Failure: What Happens When A Predator Fails?


The Predalien born from Scar Predator

The Yautja have earned a formidable reputation due to their great hunting skills, but even the mightiest warriors are not immune to defeat. In this exploration, we delve into the consequences that Yautja face when they encounter failure in their perilous pursuit of prey.

Predator Killer Suit: Origins, Features, And Aftermath


The Predator Killer Suit from The Predator

The Predator Killer suit from the end of The Predator was a gift to humanity from the Fugitive Predator's clan to help them fight the Upgrade Predators. With advanced armor and weaponry, this iron-man-like suit was a powerful but convoluted way to fight other Yautja.

Predator Healing: Medicomp And Other Abilities


The Predator Medicomp used by the Jungle Hunter

One of the lesser-known aspects of the Yautja species is their remarkable resilience to damage and the sophisticated devices they use to aid their recovery. The Predators often get wounded on their hunts and have to use the Medicomp with its wide array of specialized devices.

Yautja Gods: Predator Religion Explored


The Black Warrior, a Yautja God

While much is known about the physical attributes and hunting tactics of these iconic creatures, little is known about their religion and beliefs. In this article, we delve into the mysterious world of the Yautja gods, while exploring their myths and legends.

Predators Ripping Spines: Yautja Hunting Traditions


City Hunter Predator With a Ripped Spine

The Yautja are renowned for their great hunting skills. One of their most iconic practices is the act of ripping out the spine of their prey. In this article, we will delve into the different methods of this tradition, as well as other hunting rituals.

Yautja Weaknesses: How To Kill A Predator


A Wounded Berserker Predator

The Yautja is known for its strength, hunting abilities, and technologically advanced equipment, but like any species, they have their weaknesses. Understanding these weaknesses can give an advantage to their opponents in a fight or a hunt.

Predator Self-Destruct: Every Yautja Wrist Bomb Usage


A Predator Self-Destructing

The Predators use the Self-Destruct device to take our their final adversaries, to leave no technology in enemy hands, and to have an honorable death. The explosions vary in size and strength, but they are comparable to small nuclear blasts. Here is a ranking of the most notable self-destruct explosions involving the Yautja themselves or their ships.

Weakest Yautja: Lazy Predators Who Failed Their Hunts


The Primal Predator

Many lists have covered the best and most badass Predators from the franchise. However, there are several Predators who have achieved very little, failed on their hunts and messed up in other ways. This is a list of the biggest Yautja failures, including the likes of Primal Predator, Shesh-Kuk and Shorty.

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Shortest Yautja: Who Are The Smallest Predators?


Dek Predator from Predator: Badlands

Throughout the Predator franchise, the Yautja are typically portrayed as towering, muscular hunters standing over seven feet tall. This article lists the few notable exceptions that exist within the movies and the expanded media.