Leafy Seadragon - New Exhibit Species (1.16)
🟠 Updated over a year agoPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #323 of 1613 Animals - New mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Includes full Zoopedia, animal research, and full functionality in-game for male, female and juvenile.
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[]Note: Seadragons may swim through large enrichment items but I've tried to limit their animations so that they don't. If that bothers you please avoid the large logs and stick with the other enrichment options.
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]Known Issue: Research for exhibit animals will not appear until you reload your zoo.[]This mod REQUIRES the latest version ACSE to be installed. The game WILL absolutely crash without it.
[]This mod requires the 'Wetlands Animal Pack' DLC.
- This mod supports working education boards.
Thank you to the translators. Mod available in:
- Czech (by Papyrus)
- French (by Golden. Klimt)
- Dutch (by zoomaster1994)
- Spanish (by the_PRËDĀT0R)
- German (by Dacki1990)
- Korean (by kimchiguy)
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 translate your mod into another language?
Absolutely - I'd be most grateful if you did. I recommend joining the modding Discord for more information.
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 Leafy Seadragon as a new exhibit species for Planet Zoo, letting players expand their aquariums with this unique marine animal. A niche but popular addition with 135 endorsements and over 6,000 downloads, last updated in March 2025.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 135 endorsements and over 6,000 downloads
- Fills a niche for aquarium lovers wanting more marine life
- Actively maintained, last updated March 2025
⚠️ Cons
- Only adds one species, so it's a small content drop
- Requires the base game's aquarium mechanics, so it won't work without them
- Potential compatibility issues with other mods that alter exhibit animals
For Planet Zoo players who love building aquariums and want more marine species to showcase. If you're a completionist looking to add every animal, this is a must-have. Skip if you're not interested in aquatic exhibits or want larger overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the seadragon in a suitable exhibit tank with proper water depth and plants to keep it happy.
- Check that your game version is 1.16 or later to avoid compatibility issues.
- If you use other animal mods, load this one after them to prevent conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Planetzoo Mods
- Author
- Leaf and bubblywums
- Version
- 1.16.3
- Downloads
- 6,163
- Endorsements
- 135
- Category
- Animals - New
- Created
- 1/11/2024
- Updated
- 3/1/2025
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