
Modrinth · 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 3.5 targets 1.20.1 with Forge, NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Species required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Species 3.5 need?
3.5. 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 3.5. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 3.5. 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.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 3.5. 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 Modrinth.
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
3.5
species-3.5.jar
14 Aug 2025
3.4
species-3.4.jar
8 Jul 2025
3.3
species-3.3.jar
6 Jul 2025
3.2
species-3.2.jar
28 Jun 2025
3.1
species-3.1.jar
28 Jun 2025
3.0
species-3.0.jar
27 Jun 2025
2.3
Species-1.20.1-2.3-forge.jar
27 Jan 2025
2.3
species-1.20.1-2.3-fabric.jar
27 Jan 2025
2.2
species-1.20.1-2.2-forge.jar
21 Oct 2024
2.2
species-1.20.1-2.2-fabric.jar
21 Oct 2024
2.1
species-1.20.1-2.1-forge.jar
4 Oct 2024
2.1
species-1.20.1-2.1-fabric.jar
4 Oct 2024
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.