
YDM's Ostrich
This mod adds a rideable Ostrich mob to the game.
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About this Mod
This mod adds an Ostrich mob to the game.
You can ride it if you use a saddle on it.
They can attack while you mount them.
It can be tempted, tamed and bred with apple, wheat and seeds.
After mating it will lay down some eggs. (Don't step on it!)
You can find them in the savanna biome
and they will attack spiders.
Available Versions
How to Install YDM's Ostrich on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "YDM's Ostrich". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.3 (+2 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
YDM's Ostrich server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is YDM's Ostrich compatible with forge?
YDM's Ostrich officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.3. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with YDM's Ostrich – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if YDM's Ostrich consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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