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There are tons of fish in Stardew Valley and sometimes, it can be hard to figure out when they are available to catch. There are several fishing spots, and fish can be affected by weather and time of day. If you are struggling to catch every fish, then you have come to the right place.
Related: Stardew Valley: The Best Fish For Fish Ponds
In this guide, we are going to go over every fish that you can find in the game. There is a lot of fish spread throughout a few categories, which can be found below. First, let's take a look at fish that you can catch with your fishing pole around the valley.
Fish Locations And Requirements
These are fish that you can catch with your fishing rod from locations around the valley. They do not pertain to any event and can be caught every year. Below, you can find each fish along with its location, seasonal availability, weather conditions, and time of day it appears.
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On Spring 2, you will acquire the bamboo pole from Willy. As you build up your fishing skill, you will also be able to purchase the fiberglass rod that holds bait, and the iridium rod that holds bait and tackle. A lot of these fish are also needed to complete the fishing bundle at the Community Center. For more information on bundles, check out this guide to completing the Community Center.
Fish Type | Location | Season | Weather | Time of Day |
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Pufferfish |
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| Sunny | 12 pm to 4 pm |
Anchovy |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Tuna |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Sardine |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Bream |
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| All Weather | 6 pm to 2 am |
Largemouth Bass |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Rainbow Trout |
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| Sunny | 6 am to 7 pm |
Salmon |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Smallmouth Bass |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Walleye |
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| Rain | 12 pm to 2 am |
Perch |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Carp |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Catfish |
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| Rain | 6 am to 12 am |
Pike |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Sunfish |
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| Sunny or Windy Days | 6 am to 7 pm |
Red Mullet |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Herring |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Eel |
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| Rain | 4 pm to 2 am |
Octopus |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 1 pm |
Red Snapper |
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| Rain | 6 am to 7 pm |
Squid |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 2 am |
Sea Cucumber |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Super Cucumber |
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| All Weather | 6 pm to 2 am |
Fish Type | Location | Season | Weather | Time of Day |
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Ghostfish |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Stonefish |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Ice Pip |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Lava Eel |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Sandfish |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 8 pm |
Scorpion Carp |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 8 pm |
Flounder |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 8 pm |
Midnight Carp |
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| All Weather | 10 pm to 2 am |
Sturgeon |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Tiger Trout |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Bullhead |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Tilapia |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 2 pm |
Chub |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Dorado |
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| All Weather | 6 am to 7 pm |
Albacore |
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| All Weather |
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Shad |
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| Rain | 9 am to 2 am |
Lingcod |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Halibut |
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| All Weather |
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Woodskip |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Void Salmon |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Slimejack |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Stingray |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Lionfish |
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| All Weather | All Day |
Blue Discus |
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| All Weather | All Day |
How To Use Crab Pots
In addition to using a fishing pole to fish, you can place crab pots. To learn the recipe for a crab pot, you will need to be fishing level 3. Once you learn the recipe, you can also buy the pot from Willy's shop. To craft it, you will need the following materials.
- 40 Wood
- 3 Iron Bar
- 25 Wood
- 2 Copper Bar
To use a crab pot, place it on the edge of a body of water and add bait. The day after you place the crab pot with bait, a fish will be caught. Bait can be purchased from Willy, crafted from bug meat, or produced from the worm bin. Crab pots are very passive and don't take much effort to upkeep, so be sure to have a few crab pots spread throughout your farm and the beach.
Below, you can find all the fish that you can find inside a crab pot.
Fish Type | Location |
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Lobster | Ocean |
Clam | Ocean |
Oyster | Ocean |
Crab | Ocean |
Cockle | Ocean |
Mussel | Ocean |
Shrimp | Ocean |
Snail | Freshwater Lakes and Rivers |
Periwinkle | Freshwater Lakes and Rivers |
Crayfish | Freshwater Lakes and Rivers |
Where To Find Legendary Fish
Legendary fish are rare fish that can only be caught in one location. In total, there are five legendary fish spread throughout the valley. Additionally, almost all the legendary fish have a required fishing level.
Overall, these fish are difficult to catch. Make sure you have a good rod, along with a lure and bait.
Fish Type | Location | Season | Weather | Time of Day |
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Crimson Fish |
| Summer | All Weather | All Day |
Angler |
| Fall | All Weather | All Day |
Legend |
| Spring | Rain | All Day |
Glacierfish |
| Winter | All Weather | All Day |
Mutant Carp |
| Any Season | All Weather | All Day |
Legendary Fish For Extended Family Quest
The Extended Family quest is given by Mr. Qi in his Walnut Room. This quest requires you to catch the 'family member' of each legendary fish. Completing this quest will reward you with 20 Qi gems, that can be spent in the Walnut Room.
As you can see below, there are found in the same locations as the original legendary fish. It's important to note that if this quest is not active, you will not be able to find these fish.
Additionally, these fish are not counted to the achievement for catching every fish in the game.
Fish Type | Location |
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Son of Crimsonfish |
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Ms. Angler |
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Legend II |
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Glacierfish Jr. |
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Radioactive Carp |
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Night Market Deep Sea Fishing
From Winter 15 to 17, the Night Market will take place on the beach. Every day of this event from 5 pm to 11 pm, you will be able to hop aboard the fishing submarine and journey to the bottom of the ocean.
From this submarine, you can catch a few special fish, which are listed below.
Fish Type | Chance to Catch |
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Midnight Squid | 21 percent |
Blobfish | 10 percent |
Spook Fish | 16 percent |
Additionally, you can also catch the following items that are available in other locations.
- Sea Cucumber
- Super Cucumber
- Octopus
- Pearl
- Seaweed
That's every fish in Stardew Valley. Now get out there and start fishing. Catching every fish in the game (excluding the extended family fish) will reward you with the Master Angler achievement, bringing you one step closer to reaching 100 percent perfection.
Next: Stardew Valley: Complete Guide And Walkthrough
FAQs
What is the rarest fish in Stardew Valley? ›
Legend might be the most rarest fish and also most expensive, if you catch this and decide to sell it off you can get maximum of 15.000g which makes this fish the most expensive item in Stardew Valley with a single sell price.
How do you get fish every time in Stardew Valley? ›- Upgrade your rod as quickly as possible — the Training rod can only catch common fish.
- Cast your line as far away from the shore as possible, aiming for deeper, darker water. ...
- If bubbles appear on the water, cast your line there. ...
- Use food to increase your fishing level temporarily.
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Season | Fish | Time Of Day |
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All | Flounder | 6am-2am |
All | Lionfish | 6am-2am |
All | Pufferfish | 6am-2am |
All | Stingray | 6am-2am |
1 Best: Leah
Leah's story is an engaging one, too, and many creative types will relate to her. For players who value personality over in-game gains, Leah's definitely the best romance partner in Stardew Valley.
When place in the fish pond, Rainbow Trout have a chance to produce Rainbow Shells and Prismatic Shards. Prismatic Shards are a rare and valuable item in Stardew Valley. Although you will need more than nine fish in your pond and only have an extremely slim chance of getting the shard, it's still worth it.
What are the 5 legendary fish Stardew? ›The five legendary fish in Stardew Valley are the Crimsonfish, Angler, Legend, Glacierfish, and Mutant Carp.
What is the hardest Stardew fish to catch? ›The Glacierfish is one of the five Legendary Fish in Stardew Valley, and is one of the hardest to catch in the game.
Can you put legendary fish in a pond? ›You can place every fish, except for the Legendary Fish and clams, into a fish pond. This also includes sea urchins and coral, which you can find on the beach.
How do you get fish every time? ›- Choose the best time of the day. Fish are more active in low-light conditions, when they feel less threatened by predators. ...
- Choose the best spot. ...
- Cast past. ...
- Wear polarized sunglasses. ...
- Steady Does It.
is a statistic that affects many different aspects of the game, such as the drop rates of geodes and chance of getting treasure from Fishing.
What is perfect catch Stardew Valley? ›
Perfect Catches
catch if the fish never leaves the green rectangle. Perfect catches grant two benefits: If it is a silver or gold quality fish, the quality of the fish is increased by one. (i.e., a silver quality fish becomes a gold quality fish, a gold quality fish becomes an iridium quality fish).
A maximum of five Golden Walnuts can be obtained by fishing anywhere on Ginger Island. A walnut in a bush is found in the jungle on the path towards Leo's hut. Place a Banana on the altar by the staircase to Leo's hut.
What to do with pineapple stardew? ›Pineapple can be used in the spool of the Sewing Machine to create the dyeable Farmer Pants. It can be used in dyeing, serving as a yellow dye at the dye pots, located in Emily's and Haley's house, 2 Willow Lane.
Do you need 2 fish in Stardew Valley? ›Fish will reproduce even if only one fish is present in the pond. Instead of waiting for fish spawning, more fish can be thrown into the pond up to its current capacity.
How many years do you have in Stardew Valley? ›52 hours translates to roughly 2.2 in-game years. For the years, they're about 112 days long, so there are about 246 days in the game before players will beat it.
How to seduce Sebastian Stardew Valley? ›Note that unlike most villagers, Sebastian does not like flowers, and seriously despises artisan goods. The only artisan goods he likes are Coffee, Green Tea, and Oil. Here are the best possible gifts to give Sebastian—his loves: Frozen Tear.
Is it better to sell fish or Sashimi Stardew? ›20g base price it's more profitable to turn into Sashimi than save for quests).
What to do with spookfish? ›Spook Fish can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 4 days. The initial pond capacity is 3 fish, but the capacity can be increased to 10 by completing three quests. The primary output is blue Spook Fish Roe, but Treasure Chests are also possible starting at population 9.
What is the most expensive fish to farm Stardew? ›1 Legend - 5,000g
The final Legendary Fish on this list and the most valuable fish in the game has a fitting name: Legend. This creature is called the "king of all fish" in its description, and rightfully so. Once your Fishing Level is up to 10, head to the Mountain lake on a rainy spring day.
The Legend is a Fish that can be caught during Spring in The Mountain lake during rainy weather. It is one of the five Legendary Fish, so it can only be caught once per save file, or once per player in Multiplayer.
What is the hardest legendary fish in Stardew Valley? ›
It mostly comes down to behaviour and not speed, since with behaviour I can anticipate movement and align my bar accordingly, thus I found fish like Legend/Crimsonfish easier and octopus is predictable. According to wiki the hardest non-legendary are Octopus, Lava-Eel, Scorpion carp and lingcod/ice pip, in that order.
Is seafoam pudding permanent? ›Seafoam Puddings provide a whopping +4 Fishing Buff that lasts for three minutes and 30 seconds. So for that amount of time, the player's Fishing level will be boosted by four, giving a definite advantage in any fishing scenario.
What is the hardest non legendary fish to catch in Stardew Valley? ›According to wiki the hardest non-legendary are Octopus, Lava-Eel, Scorpion carp and lingcod/ice pip, in that order. Scorpion Carp is a dart fish thus he has more random movement than say an octopus (sinker) or most other hard fish.
Is angler or pirate better Stardew? ›Pirate is the best choice if fun is the goal. Angler is the best choice for making money. Anyone who prefers to use Crab Pots will probably find Luremaster better than Mariner at Level 10.
What is the most expensive item in Stardew Valley? ›1 Legendary Fish
But, the undeniable king is the Legend itself. At top quality and with the right profession, this rare fish sells for a whopping 15,000 gold, making it the highest-selling item in the entire game. Get fishing, farmers.
Best way to catch Legendary Fish
So when a Legendary Fish is tired and no longer thrashing in the water, tilt the left analog stick back to pull your rod up, then quickly reel in with the right analog stick (spin the stick clockwise).
Blobfish can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 4 days. The initial pond capacity is 1 fish, but the capacity can be increased to 10 by completing four quests. The primary output is beige Blobfish Roe, but more valuable items are possible starting at population 9.
Does Magic Bait work on legendary fish? ›Legendary Fish can be caught anytime in their specific locations by using Magic Bait.
What is the 90 10 rule in fishing? ›If you're wondering what “The 90/10 Fishing Rule” is, here it is in one sentence: 90% of ALL FEEDING FISH can be found in just 10% of the water in any given time and place.
Why am I not getting any fish? ›If you see other anglers catching fish in the same area but you aren't, then chances are you are using the wrong lure or bait. It's important to switch up your lures and technique. Some fish, such as bass, are capable of learning fishing patterns. If you drop the same lure in every time, the fish may get wise to it.
What not to touch when fishing? ›
Repellents: human skin oils, nicotine, bug sprays, sun screens, scented and perfumed soaps, any petroleum distillates like gasoline, marine grease, oil, diesel........
What is the highest luck in Stardew Valley? ›Possible Levels of Luck
Your daily luck in Stardew Valley is on a scale from -0.7 to 0.7 and can be checked by watching the "Fortune Teller" channel on your television. "The spirits are very happy today! They will do their best to shower everyone with good fortune."
You can start this competition by talking to Lewis and you need to catch at least five fish to win the competition every year. Once the competition begins, you'll have two minutes to catch as many fish as possible. To increase your chances of winning, stand as close to your chosen pond as possible.
Does getting perfect in Stardew Valley fishing do anything? ›Perfect Catches
The game displays a "Perfect!" catch if the fish never leaves the green rectangle. Perfect catches grant two benefits: If it is a silver or gold quality fish, the quality of the fish is increased by one. (i.e., a silver fish becomes a gold fish, a gold fish becomes an iridium fish).
4 Get Caught Cheating
If you try to date everyone in town, you will ensure that a special cutscene will take place. Before this cut scene, you can be a little bit of a menace by giving gifts to others right in front of your partner. This will cause them to get jealous.
Abigail might be considered a bit of a weirdo by a lot of players, but there's a reason why. She's also seen as the "best girl" of Stardew Valley. Not only is she iconic, but she also has her own unique style and strong personality.
What happens when you get 100 perfection Stardew Valley? ›The perfection score measures how much of the game content you've completed. Achieving a perfection of 100% unlocks extra endgame content.
Are black walnuts worth harvesting? ›Harvesting black walnuts is enjoyable and well worth the effort. Black walnuts are very nutritious and delicious! This is a messy activity, so be sure to wear old clothes, old sneakers and cover your hands with gloves, unless you want to be dye-stained for several weeks.
Can you sleep on Ginger Island? ›It might become a hassle to travel back and forth between Pelican Town and Ginger Island day-to-day, but players can opt to build a sleeping hut on the Ginger Island farm instead by giving the parrots 20 Golden walnuts. The house is a 4 bedroom with a kitchen, bed, and shipping bin.
What fruit sells best Stardew? ›Starfruit is, in many ways, both the most iconic and most profitable crop in Stardew Valley. It sells for a massive 750g, twice its buying price of 400g from the Oasis Shop, which must be unlocked by completing the Vault Community Center bundle.
What happens if you chop down a fruit tree in Stardew? ›
Fruit trees can be chopped down, and yield normal wood. Fruit trees can be struck by lightning, causing them to become burnt for 4 days. During this time, they will not produce fruit, but will instead produce coal. After the 4 days are up, they will return to normal.
Can you have 2 babies in Stardew Valley? ›You will have the option to acquire a second child only after the first child has grown to the Toddler stage. Your spouse will also take your children when they're at least in the toddler stage to events such as the Stardew Valley Fair where they can be found walking around your spouse.
What is the point of the slime hutch in Stardew Valley? ›The Slime Hutch allows players to breed, raise, and harvest materials from Slimes that are normally found in the Mines and Skull Cavern.
Can you have multiple wives in Stardew Valley? ›Polyamorous fans of the farming simulator Stardew Valley can rejoice as a mod allowing players to be married to almost every villager at the same time has been released and gaining traction thanks to a video on TikTok.
How many fish are there in Stardew Valley? ›Stardew Valley Fishing: The Definitive Guide – All 83 Fish.
How do you catch rare fish in Stardew Valley? ›How to catch the Legend. To catch the Legend, you need to be at least Fishing level 10 in Skills, though as you've probably guessed by now, you can use buffs. You need to be in the Mountains, and your bobber needs to be at least five tiles away from any land while in the lake. It also needs to be raining.
Is there any reason to keep fish in Stardew Valley? ›Players can keep track of how many fish they've caught and their record lengths in their Collections menu. Fish can be used as ingredients in cooking and are required to restore the Fish Tank in the Community Center.
Is there fish on floor 100 Stardew Valley? ›The Lava Eel is a fish that can be caught during all times and seasons in the Mines on the 100th floor and at the Volcano Caldera. It is the only fish that can spawn in lava.
Can legendary fish be put in fish pond? ›You can place every fish, except for the Legendary Fish and clams, into a fish pond. This also includes sea urchins and coral, which you can find on the beach.
Is Catfish Stardew Valley rare? ›An uncommon fish found in streams. The Catfish is a fish that can be found in the river (in Pelican Town or Cindersap Forest) and the Secret Woods during the Spring and Fall during rainy weather. It can also be caught in Winter if a Rain Totem is used.
Does luck affect fishing Stardew? ›
is a statistic that affects many different aspects of the game, such as the drop rates of geodes and chance of getting treasure from Fishing.
Should I sell angler fish Stardew? ›4 Angler - 900g
It's often recommended that you keep these fish, as you'll never be able to catch them again on that file. However, should you decide to sell them, you can get quite a bit of cash. The least-profitable is the Angler.
Aside from the Rare Seed which can cost a fortune from the Traveling Cart in Stardew Valley, Eggplant is the best bet for those looking to make a profit in their first Fall. Eggplant seeds cost just 20 gold at Pierre's, the base fruit sells for 60 gold, and it regrows every 5 days.
What should I not donate to museum Stardew? ›What Should I Not Donate To Museum Stardew? There are a few things that you should not donate to the Stardew Valley Museum. These items include: weapons, tools, and anything that is considered to be a quest item. Also, any items that you have not yet identified should not be donated as well.