Critters and Companions Mod (1.21.1, 1.20.1) – A New Set of Animals

Minecraft's wildlife roster gets a charming upgrade with Critters and Companions Mod by EterDelta. This mod introduces a diverse lineup of land creatures, aquatic animals, and flying insects — many of which can be tamed and will actively help you in-game. From otters that crack open clams for pearls to dragonflies that serve as tiny aerial bodyguards, each creature feels purposeful rather than decorative. With over 4 million downloads on Modrinth and active updates since 2023, it has earned a solid spot among the most popular animal mods in the community.

Key Features

• Otters — Spawn naturally in rivers and hunt for clams. They crack them open to find pearls, which you can collect and craft into a pearl necklace accessory.
• Ferrets — Found in plains and forests, these can be tamed with raw rabbits. Once tamed, ferrets help you hunt chickens and rabbits, making them practical companions for early survival.
• Koi Fish — Spawn in rivers and can be scooped up with a bucket. Keep a group of koi nearby and they grant the player a Luck effect — a subtle but useful perk.
• Dumbo Octopus — A deep ocean dweller that can be picked up with a bucket, adding a quirky aquarium-worthy creature to your collection.
• Sea Bunny — Spawns in oceans and is bucket-collectible, giving ocean exploration a bit more reward.
• Dragonfly — Found hovering over rivers. Tame one with spider eyes and it will actively protect you from hostile mobs.
• Leaf Insect — A subtle forest-dwelling critter that blends into the environment, adding atmosphere to wooded biomes.
• Red Panda — Spawns in jungles and sleeps through the day. Breed them with bamboo to grow your own bamboo-munching family.

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How to Install

1. Download and install your preferred mod loader — Forge, Fabric, or NeoForge — for your Minecraft version.
2. Download and install GeckoLib (required dependency). If using Fabric, also install Fabric API.
3. Download the Critters and Companions Mod file matching your loader and Minecraft version.
4. Place both mod files into your .minecraft/mods folder.
5. Launch Minecraft with the correct mod loader profile and verify the new creatures spawn in-game.

Requirements

Pros & Cons

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What's New

• Fixed a bug where ferret collar color was not being saved properly after relogging or reloading the world.
• The mod was last updated on October 25, 2025, confirming continued maintenance for current Minecraft versions.

FAQ

Can you tame animals in Critters and Companions?

Yes. Ferrets can be tamed with raw rabbits and will help you hunt chickens and rabbits. Dragonflies can be tamed with spider eyes and will protect you from hostile mobs. Red pandas are breedable with bamboo but are not tameable companions.

What does the Koi Fish do in Critters and Companions?

Koi fish spawn in rivers and can be collected with a bucket. When grouped together near a player, they grant a Luck effect, which can improve loot table outcomes.

Is Critters and Companions compatible with Fabric and Forge?

Yes, the mod supports Forge, Fabric, and NeoForge. You will need GeckoLib installed as a dependency regardless of loader, and Fabric users also need Fabric API.

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