Updated 24 October 2026. Every answer lists its source.
Zombies and zombie villagers, answered
Zombies are the most common hostile mob. These answers cover curing zombie villagers and how zombies change into other mobs.
Can you cure a zombie villager without a potion of Weakness?
It must have the Weakness effect, but an arrow of Weakness works as well as a potion. A golden apple alone does nothing.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie Villager
How long does it take to cure a zombie villager?
Between 3 and 5 minutes.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie Villager
How do you cure a zombie villager faster?
Put iron bars or beds within a few blocks of it. Each one found, up to 14, speeds the cure up slightly.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie Villager
Do enchanted golden apples cure zombie villagers?
No. Only a normal golden apple starts the cure.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie Villager
Does a cured villager keep its trades?
If it had traded with a player before it was turned, it gets its old job and trades back.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie Villager
How does a zombie turn into a drowned?
A zombie that stays underwater for 30 seconds starts shaking, and turns into a drowned about 15 seconds later.
How does a husk turn into a zombie?
On Java, a husk with its head underwater for over 30 seconds turns into a normal zombie.
What are the chances of a zombie villager spawning?
Zombies that are not husks or drowned have a 5% chance to spawn as zombie villagers.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie
Why do zombies wear armor?
Some zombies spawn with armor or weapons, more often on Hard and in areas where players have spent a long time. They also pick up gear lying on the ground.
Source: Minecraft Wiki - Zombie
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