CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Friendly fish
The mod adds the function of returning the fish back to the water for use it you need go into the water and tap on the block with the fish in your main hand
Quick answer
Which Friendly fish release should I use?
Friendly fish Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar targets 1.15.2 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Friendly fish required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Friendly fish Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar need?
Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Friendly fish without breaking your instance.
Built for Friendly fish Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar. It targets 1.15.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Friendly fish add?
🐟 Friendly Fish
Friendly Fish is a simple and lightweight Minecraft mod that allows players to release caught fish back into the water, giving them a second chance at life!
🌊 How Does It Work?
Instead of keeping every fish you catch, you can return it to its natural habitat!
Catch a fish.
Enter the water.
Hold the caught fish in your hand.
Right-click on the water to release it!
It's that simple! Enjoy a more immersive and nature-friendly fishing experience in Minecraft.
✨ Features
🐟 Release caught fish back into the water.
🌊 Simple and intuitive gameplay mechanics.
🎣 Adds a new interaction to the fishing experience.
🌿 Perfect for players who enjoy peaceful and immersive gameplay.
🔧 Compatibility
Aquaculture is optional for Minecraft versions 1.14.4 through 1.16.1.
💙 Give Your Fish a Second Chance!
Not every fish needs to end up in your inventory forever. With Friendly Fish, you can return your aquatic friends to the water!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Friendly fish by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.16.1
1 loader build1.15.2
1 loader build1.14.4
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Friendly fish versions and loaders
Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar
Friendlyfish-1.3.0.jar
9 Nov 2026
Friendlyfish-1.3.0.jar
Friendlyfish-1.4.0.jar
9 Nov 2026
Friendlyfish-1.2.0.jar
22 Oct 2026
friednlyfishbyrokatux-0.0.1-forge-1.20.1.jar
10 May 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.