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Ben's Sharks
A simplistic approach towards one of the ocean's most complex creatures.🦈
Quick answer
Which Ben's Sharks release should I use?
Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1 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.
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Is Ben's Sharks 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 Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1 need?
Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install GeckoLib first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add Ben's Sharks without breaking your instance.
Built for Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Use Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install GeckoLib first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
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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 Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Ben's Sharks add?

This mod requires GeckoLib🦎
Ben's Sharks is a mod for Forge and NeoForge that stretches the boundaries of implementing sharks into Minecraft.
This mod currently adds several New Mobs and several Noteworthy items, each with unique uses.
Install Just Enough Items (JEI) to view crafting recipes.
More info about this mod will be provided in the Wiki Page (W.I.P).
Mobs:
🦈 Sharks
- Basking Shark
- Bonnethead Shark
- Blacktip Reef Shark
- Blue Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cookiecutter Shark
- Goblin Shark
- Greenland Shark
- Great White Shark
- Land Shark
- Lemon Shark
- Leopard Shark
- Mako Shark
- Megalodon
- Nurse Shark
- Oceanic Whitetip Shark
- Sawshark
- Tiger Shark
- Whale Shark
🦎 Axodile Line
- Axodile (inspired by u/Axoladdy's concept from the r/minecraftsuggestions subreddit)
- Greater Axodile
🐟 Other Aquatic Mobs:
- Barracuda (inspired by Oarfish13's concept from the Minecraft Wiki Fandom)
- Krill
- Pilot Fish
- Remora
💀 Other Hostile Mobs:
- Thalassoger
Items:
Starch
- Made from either potato or wheat.
- Can be used to make cellophane noodles and bread.
Dent
- Originated from an April Fools update.
- Can be crafted using a Shark Fin and Prismarine.
Shark Tooth
- Can be obtained by feeding a Tiger Shark.
- A useful ingredient to craft certain weapons.
Megalodon Tooth
- Is dropped when a Megalodon slays a Great Axodile.
- Used to craft a powerful weapon.
Mutated Egg
- A mysterious egg produced by the illagers.
- contains a weird mutated mob.
Egg Capsule
- Used to contain a Mutated Egg.
- Feed it to a Megalodon to begin the Hatching Process.
Cookiecutter Shark
- Can be collected when upon right-clicking a mob with the "Parasite" effect.
- Hitting a mob with this item gives them the "Parasite" effect.
Krill
- Basking Sharks and Whale Sharks love to eat this.
Krill Bucket
- With 3 krill and a bucket, you can craft a Krill Bucket!
- Basking Sharks and Whale Sharks cant be fed with a Fish Bucket, so use this instead.
Food Items:
Shark Fin Soup
- A unique dish that may grant one of two effects when consumed; Conduit Power or Darkness.
Fish Bucket
- Made of parts from multiple types of fish, this is the main item to be used to trade with sharks for their unique benefits.
- Crafted from 2 different species of Raw Fish and Bone Meal on a bucket.
Fish Broth
- One of the main ingredients of Shark Fin Soup.
- Very filling for the stomach.
Cellophane Noodles
- Made of starch.
- A good replacement for Shark Fin when making SharkFin Soup.
Cooked Barracuda
Cooked Pilot Fish
Krill Cake
- A tasty and slightly filling dish made of krill, potato, and dried kelp
Krill Noodles
- Another use for Cellophane Noodles is to pair it up with some krill and dried kelp.
Blocks:
Landmine
- A small redstone block that explodes after being stepped on or hit with a projectile.
Shark Plushie
- A small stuffed toy resembling the famous shark from IKEA.
- Makes a "squeaking" sound when clicked.
- Can only be obtained through villager trades (with a Shepherd).
Potion/Status Effects:
Bleeding
- Deals 0.5 damage every 3 seconds.
- Can be removed using Sucker or "Sealing" Effect.
- Causes most sharks within the area to become aggressive towards you.
Sealing
- Prevents all forms of tick-based damage Effects (eg. Wither, Poison, Bleeding, Parasite).
- Can be brewed using Awkward Potion and Sucker.
- Immune to Parasite.
Jaws
- Attackers with this effect causes their target to receive the "Bleeding" Effect.
- Can be brewed using Awkward Potion and Shark Tooth.
Frenzy
- At level 1, grants immunity to knockback.
- At any level higher than 1, multiplies swim speed with effect level.
- Can be brewed using Awkward Potion and Shark Fin or Raw Barracuda.
Parasite
- An effect given by a Cookiecutter Shark.
- Can be removed using "Sealing" Effect.
- When the effect expires, a Cookiecutter Shark will spawn.
Prey
- An effect given upon contact with Bull Sharks, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, and Megalodons that makes them aggressive.
Miscellaneous:
Jagged Armor
- Gives "Bleeding" Effect to Melee Attackers when worn as a full set.
- As strong as Diamond Armor.
- Grants 0.1 Knockback Resistance.
Serrated (Enchantment)
- Enchanted melee weapons give the "Bleeding" Effect to targets.
Maelstrom
- An ominous book that emits a ghostly vibe.
- Has a chance to be dropped by Thalassogers. Is it the source of their power?
Maelstrom Bow
- A powerful bow that shoots arrows that track targets.
- The closer the shooter is to the target, the higher the damage. Try hitting something point-blank.
Shark Tooth Club
- 7 Attack Damage.
- A specialized weapon meant to rip and tear.
- Gives bleeding effect.
- A wooden club lined with Shark Tooth at the edges.
Spetum
- 9 Attack Damage.
- A powerful polearm infused with the power of a Megalodon.
- Gives bleeding effect.
- Deals additional 2.5 hearts of damage to those with the "Bleeding" effect.
Disclaimer: Ben's Sharks does not encourage or condone with any form of Shark Hunting. It is worth noting that 1/3 of every shark species around the world is either endangered or flagged under protection. Sharks are a beautiful part of their respective ecosystems and must therefore be preserved.
As of version 1.2.0, the "Shark Fin" item has been completely removed, essentially eliminating any form of Shark Hunting through the use of this mod.
As of version 1.2.5, the "Shark Fin" item was re-added, but in the hands of the evil Illagers.
Don't try and kill any sharks to get this item as they don't drop it. It can only be obtained by looting Pillager Outposts and Woodland Mansions.
This mod is a project solely done by me, so expect there to be a lengthy gap between updates. Stay tuned.
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Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Ben's Sharks by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.1
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
Ben's Sharks versions and loaders
Ben's Sharks 1.3.0 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.3.0-forge-1.20.1.jar
31 Dec 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.7.1 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.2.7.1-forge-1.20.1.jar
4 Jun 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.7 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.2.7-forge-1.20.1.jar
1 Jun 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.6.2 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.2.6.2-forge-1.20.1.jar
22 May 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.6 - NeoForge 1.21.1
benssharks-1.2.6-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
21 May 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.6 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.2.6-forge-1.20.1.jar
21 May 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.5 - NeoForge 1.21.1
benssharks-1.2.5-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
2 Apr 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.5 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.2.5-forge-1.20.1.jar
2 Apr 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.5 - NeoForge 1.21.1
benssharks-1.2.5-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
2 Apr 2025
Ben's Sharks 1.2.5 - Forge 1.20.1
benssharks-1.2.5-forge-1.20.1.jar
1 Apr 2025
benssharks-1.2.4.9-forge-1.20.1.jar
2 Aug 2024
benssharks-1.2.4.jar
5 May 2024
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