Like a Duck to Water
stardew-valley — Mods & Enhancements
This Stardew Valley mod makes ducks actually want to swim in water after being fed and petted, and also makes water tiles more accessible to them. It adds friendship points toward the farmer when ducks swim, enhancing the farm life experience. With 1,680 endorsements and recent updates, it's a popular quality-of-life addition for duck enthusiasts.
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Livestock and AnimalsExample
Downloads: 95,809 | Endorsements: 1,680💡 Notes
By aedenthorn | v0.5.1 | 1,680 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Make sure to feed and pet your ducks daily to trigger swimming behavior.
Place a water source (like a pond) near your coop so ducks can easily access it.
If you use other animal mods, test for conflicts after installing.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Community-approved with 1,680 endorsements and nearly 96k downloads.
- Simple, focused feature that adds charm and realism to duck care.
- Actively maintained—last updated May 2026.
👎 Cons
- Requires feeding and petting ducks first—no instant swimming.
- Only affects ducks; other animals get no new behaviors.
- No detailed documentation on compatibility with other animal mods.