CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Species
A mod that adds fictional mobs to the game, with cool and unique functions
Quick answer
Which Species release should I use?
Species v3.5 targets 1.20.1 with Forge, NeoForge. 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 Species 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 Species v3.5 need?
Species v3.5. 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 Species without breaking your instance.
Built for Species v3.5. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Species v3.5. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge, NeoForge; 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 Species v3.5. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Species add?

About Species
Have you ever wanted more fictional, made-up mobs that fit well inside the base game? Species is a mod that does exactly that! Reda, Ninni, Noon, GLaDOS edition and Bornulhu have joined forces to come up and add all sorts of creatures and critters made with tender love and care.
Updates
Updates are going to have a specific theme tied to them, which could be anything! Look out for the next update and get early looks at the features in our DISCORD SERVER!
Features for Each Update
Every update adds one animal or plant designed by each of the team members above, fitting the update's theme. Of course there's not going to be only mobs! There's a lot of room for items and blocks based on the mob's function…
Modloader and Version
This mod is being developed for Fabric and Forge. No backports are planned.
Music Discs
Here's a link to listen to the Species OST on youtube, be sure to check out the original creators and support them, they did an amazing job!

To know more about these mobs, take a look at the images section or join our server, the wiki section has some info but there's still more to add!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Species by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20
2 loader builds1.19.2
2 loader builds1.19.1
2 loader builds1.19
2 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Species versions and loaders
Species v3.5
species-3.5.jar
14 Aug 2025
Species v3.4
species-3.4.jar
8 Jul 2025
Species v3.3
species-3.3.jar
6 Jul 2025
Species v3.2
species-3.2.jar
28 Jun 2025
Species v3.1
species-3.1.jar
28 Jun 2025
Species v3.0
species-3.0.jar
27 Jun 2025
Species v2.3-fabric
species-1.20.1-2.3-fabric.jar
27 Jan 2025
Species v2.3-forge
Species-1.20.1-2.3-forge.jar
27 Jan 2025
Species v2.2-forge
species-1.20.1-2.2-forge.jar
21 Oct 2024
Species v2.2-fabric
species-1.20.1-2.2-fabric.jar
21 Oct 2024
Species v2.1-forge
species-1.20.1-2.1-forge.jar
4 Oct 2024
Species v2.1-fabric
species-1.20.1-2.1-fabric.jar
4 Oct 2024
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.