Eastern Chipmunk - New Species (1.16)
🟠 Updated over a year agoPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #247 of 1613 Animals - New mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Here in Canada, the eastern Chipmunk is a staple to your zoo visit especially at the Toronto Zoo. We will see these guys running around the woods which was the inspiration for this mod.
Includes full Zoopedia, animal research, and full functionality in-game for male, female and juvenile.
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[]This mod REQUIRES ACSE to be installed. Game WILL crash without it.
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]This mod requires More Animal Name Languages in order for the Chipmunks to have names. The name mod goes into your ovldata folder, aka the same place you put animal mods.Thank you to Leaf for new species coding.
Thank you to Frazzle for updating to 1. 9 and ACSE.
Thank you to the translators. Mod available in:
- Czech (by Mireach88 / Papyrus)
- Dutch (by DutchieErik)
- French (by Pierreu7)
- German (by Stainawariar / Dacki1990)
- Korean (by arinlover)
- Portuguese (by Masora157)
- Simplified Chinese (by Frank Zhou)
- Spanish (by EmilioXH)
- Japanese (by Baketsu_san)
How do I use mods?
Download the file, unpack the file and place the folder into your Steam Library via: \steamapps\common\Planet Zoo\win64\ovldata
Why do I need ACSE?
ACSE is a tool for modders to add more special features to mods that we couldn't add without it. You install it exactly the same way as other mods by unpacking the file and placing the folder into your Steam Library via: \steamapps\common\Planet Zoo\win64\ovldata
Can I request an animal for you to make?
Sorry - I don't take requests/suggestions! But if you'd like to commission me to make an animal for you, you can check out my Ko-fi page.
Can I translate your mod into another language?
Absolutely - I'd be most grateful if you did. You can reach out to me on the modding Discord).
Can I use your mod as a base to make my own mod?
Yes, but I'd appreciate you crediting me and linking back to my original.
Adds the Eastern Chipmunk as a new species to Planet Zoo, built using an Africa Pack model. With 198 endorsements and 7,364 downloads, this compact mod offers a fresh animal for zoo builders. Last updated May 2025, it's a simple addition for players seeking more variety.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 198 endorsements and 7,364 downloads.
- Adds a charming new animal to your zoo, perfect for variety seekers.
- Built on an Africa Pack model, so it fits the game's art style.
⚠️ Cons
- Only one species added—if you want a full animal pack, this is just a taste.
- May conflict with other mods that alter the same base model or zoo roster.
- Last updated in May 2025, so it might not be compatible with future game patches.
For Planet Zoo players who want a quick, cute addition to their zoos without overhauling the game. If you're a completionist collecting every species, this is a must-have. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay changes—this is purely a new animal.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod files in the 'OVERRIDE' folder within your Planet Zoo mod directory.
- Make sure you have the Africa Pack DLC installed, as the model is based on it.
- Check your mod load order if you use multiple animal mods to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Planetzoo Mods
- Author
- bubblywums and LeafProductions
- Version
- 1.16.3
- Downloads
- 7,364
- Endorsements
- 198
- Category
- Animals - New
- Created
- 6/28/2021
- Updated
- 5/18/2025
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