Minecraft Java Snapshots Update Baby Mobs with New Models
Mojang updates baby mobs in Minecraft Java snapshots, adding unique models and a craftable golden dandelion to prevent aging.
Mojang has redesigned baby mobs for Minecraft Java snapshots and Bedrock previews, introducing unique models and sounds. This update replaces the previous shrunken adult versions with distinctive smaller models.
Key facts
- Mojang released new baby mobs on 2026-01-27.
- Available in Minecraft Java Edition snapshots and Bedrock Edition previews.
- New models for baby turtles, dolphins, squids, glow squids, and axolotls.
- Golden dandelion can prevent baby mobs from aging.
Impact / What’s next
This update enhances the visual appeal and realism of baby mobs in Minecraft. Players can craft a golden dandelion with one regular dandelion and eight gold ingots, using it to prevent their baby mobs from aging. While these changes are available in Java snapshots and Bedrock previews, the full release date for the main game remains unannounced. Further reworks of baby mobs could follow in upcoming updates.