Saddle-Billed Stork - New Species (1.16)
🟠 Updated over a year agoPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #173 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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[]This mod REQUIRES ACSE to be installed. Game WILL crash without it.
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]Juveniles visually grow larger as they get older. - This mod supports functional education boards.
Thank you to Leaf for new species coding.
Thank you to the translators. Now available in:
Czech - Papyrus
German - Dacki1990
French - Trigger
Dutch - zoomaster1994
Spanish - EmilioXH
Portuguese - Masora157
Simplified Chinese - ?
Polish - dżin
Italian - Etto
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 Saddle-billed Stork as a new animal species to Planet Zoo, featuring its distinctive saddle-like bill. A cosmetic addition for players seeking more avian variety, with 193 endorsements and regular updates.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 193 endorsements
- Active development—updated May 2025
- Adds a unique bird not commonly seen in zoos
⚠️ Cons
- Purely cosmetic—no new gameplay mechanics
- Limited to one species, so don't expect a pack
- Potential compatibility issues with other animal mods that alter habitat or enrichment
For Planet Zoo players who want to diversify their bird exhibits with a visually striking species. Skip if you're looking for new behaviors or enrichment items—this is purely an animal addition.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod files in the OVLData folder within your Planet Zoo installation directory.
- After installing, restart the game and check the animal list for the new stork.
- If you use other animal mods, load this one last to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Planetzoo Mods
- Author
- bubblywums and LeafProductions
- Version
- 1.16.1
- Downloads
- 8,768
- Endorsements
- 193
- Category
- Animals - New
- Created
- 4/17/2022
- Updated
- 5/5/2025
🔧 How to Install Planet Zoo Mods
Download from Nexus Mods.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Planet Zoo →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
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