Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Speak with Animals 5e Spell: Range, Duration, and Rules

Speak with Animals is a 1st-level Divination spell for Bard, Druid, Ranger. Casting time: 1 action. Range: Self. Duration: 10 minutes.



Speak with Animals

1st-level Divination (Ritual)
Casting Time 1 action
Range Self
Components V, S
Duration 10 minutes

You gain the ability to comprehend and verbally communicate with beasts for the duration. The knowledge and awareness of many beasts is limited by their intelligence, but at a minimum, beasts can give you information about nearby locations and monsters, including whatever they can perceive or have perceived within the past day. You might be able to persuade a beast to perform a small favor for you, at the GM's discretion.



Classes:
Subclasses:
Lore

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Speak with Animals in D&D 5e?

Speak with Animals is available to the following classes: Bard, Druid, Ranger. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore.

Is Speak with Animals a concentration spell in D&D 5e?

No, Speak with Animals does not require concentration. It lasts 10 minutes.

What level is Speak with Animals in D&D 5e?

Speak with Animals is a 1st-level Divination spell.

What is the range and casting time of Speak with Animals in D&D 5e?

Speak with Animals has a range of Self and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.

Can Speak with Animals be cast as a ritual in D&D 5e?

Yes, Speak with Animals can be cast as a ritual. Ritual casting takes an extra 10 minutes but does not expend a spell slot.

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