CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Geckos
Adds adorable, tamable geckos that follow you and sit on your shoulder or head.
Quick answer
Which Geckos release should I use?
geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 1 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is Geckos 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 geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar need?
geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 4 come through another mod in the chain.
4 extra mods were pulled in by other dependencies. Indented rows show who needs each one. We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add Geckos without breaking your instance.
Built for geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
Bring the mods it needs
Install Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 4 come through another mod in the chain.
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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 geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Geckos add?

Geckos
🗨️ About
Geckos is a mod that adds adorable and detailed geckos to your world, bringing a small but immersive companion experience. They can be found in common biomes such as Forest, Plains, Savanna, and Desert, each with its own unique variation.

🦎 Taming
You can tame geckos using a dead fly obtained by killing a fly.
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🌙 Behavior
Geckos sleep during the night and regenerate health while resting. You can also make your gecko sleep by clicking on it.

🐾 Companion Feature
You can pick up your Gecko onto your shoulder or head by looking at it and pressing the assigned key. Geckos may also climb onto you on their own.
For a better first-person experience, it is recommended to use the First-Person Model mod.

📜 Gecko HUD
When looking at your Gecko, a panel will appear, allowing you to move your Gecko between your shoulder and head.

You can adjust the position of this screen if you wish.


Geckos
🗨️ About
Geckos is a mod that adds adorable and detailed geckos to your world, bringing a small but immersive companion experience. They can be found in common biomes such as Forest, Plains, Savanna, and Desert, each with its own unique variation.

🦎 Taming
You can tame geckos using a dead fly obtained by killing a fly.
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🌙 Behavior
Geckos sleep during the night and regenerate health while resting. You can also make your gecko sleep by clicking on it.

🐾 Companion Feature
You can pick up your Gecko onto your shoulder or head by looking at it and pressing the assigned key. Geckos may also climb onto you on their own.
For a better first-person experience, it is recommended to use the First-Person Model mod.

📜 Gecko HUD
When looking at your Gecko, a panel will appear, allowing you to move your Gecko between your shoulder and head.

You can adjust the position of this screen if you wish.

Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Geckos by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.1
1 loader build1.21
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Geckos versions and loaders
geckos-0.1.8+1.21.1-preview1.jar
24 Aug 2026
geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar
3 Aug 2026
geckos-0.1.7+1.21.1.jar
3 Aug 2026
geckos-0.1.6+1.20.1.jar
13 Jul 2026
geckos-0.1.5+1.21.1.jar
13 Jul 2026
geckos-0.1.5+1.20.1.jar
30 Jun 2026
geckos-0.1.4+1.21.1.jar
30 Jun 2026
geckos-0.1.4+1.20.1.jar
30 Jun 2026
geckos-0.1.3+1.20.1.jar
30 Jun 2026
geckos-0.1.3+1.21.1.jar
30 Jun 2026
geckos-0.1.2+1.21.1-NeoForge.jar
13 Jun 2026
geckos-0.1.1.jar
2 Jun 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.