by Stella May 15,2025
While the thrill of hunting ferocious monsters is at the heart of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the game also offers a diverse range of activities, including fishing. Each region is teeming with various types of fish, and for those eager to catch them all, here's your comprehensive guide to all fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
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To begin your fishing journey in Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll first need to meet Kanya at the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest, which you'll encounter during Chapter 1. You'll find her by a pond, already casting her line. Once you have full access to the camp, approach her to receive your fishing rod, the Common Wood Minnow lure, and kickstart the 'Fishing: Life, in Microcosm' sidequest. This is the first of several fishing quests that will progressively unlock various bait lures, essential for reeling in the rarest fish in the game.
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Below is a detailed list of all confirmed fish species in Monster Hunter Wilds, their spawn locations, and tips for the best tools and bait to use, along with potential rewards. Note that certain fish require specific weather conditions to appear.
Some rewards, such as Golden and Platinum Scales, can be sold for a premium amount of zenny.
Disclaimer: This list will be updated with new discoveries of fish species in the game.
Fish Type | Location(s) Found | How to Catch (recommended bait if applicable) | Capture Rewards |
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Whetfish | Windward Plains (Area 13), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Capture Net, Fishing Rod | Whetfish Fin, Whetfish Fin+ |
Sushifish | Windward Plains (Area 13 and 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Capture Net, Fishing Rod | Sushifish Scale, Great Sushifish Scale |
Virid Bowfin | Windward Plains (Area 13 and 14), Scarlet Forest | Capture Net, Fishing Rod | None |
Goldenfish | Windward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest (Area 8 and Area 12), Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs | Capture Net, Fishing Rod (Golden Bughead bait) | Golden Scale |
Platinumfish | Windward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs | Capture Net, Fishing Rod | Platinum Scale |
Gravid Bowfin | Windward Plains (Area 13), Scarlet Forest (Base Camp during ‘Plenty’ weather), Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria | Fishing Rod (Emerald Jitterbait) | None |
Starduster | Scarlet Forest (Area 3) | Capture Net, Fishing Rod | TBD |
Escunite | Scarlet Forest (Area 12 near the waterfall) | Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait) | None |
Glass Parexus | Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria (Hidden Cave) | Capture Net (will not count toward completion of Fishing: Life, in Microcosm), Fishing Rod | None |
Blind Perch | Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria (Area 13, Hidden Cave) | Capture Net | None |
Goldenfry | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria | Fishing Rod (Golden Bughead bait) | Gilded Scale |
Bomb Arowana | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Fishing Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait) | Bomb Arowana Scale |
Burst Arowana | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Fishing Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait) | Burst Arowana Scale |
Gunpowderfish | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria | Fishing Rod (Emerald Jitterbait) | Gunpowderfish Scale |
Great Trevally | Scarlet Forest (Area 13) | Fishing Rod (Tuff Joint bait) | None |
Speartuna | Scarlet Forest (Area 17) | Fishing Rod (Tuff Joint bait) | Speartuna Fin |
Grand Escunite | Scarlet Forest (Area 8, 12, and 17) | Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait) | None |
Goliath Squid | Scarlet Forest (Area 17; Plenty weather) | Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait) | ‘Monster (Squid) Hunter’ Trophy/Achievement |
Gajau | Scarlet Forest (Area 12 and 17) | Fishing Rod (Duster Rig bait) | Gajau Hide |
Gastronome Tuna | Scarlet Forest (Area 17; Plenty weather) | Fishing Rod | Ancient Wyvern Coin, Sushifish Scale, Whetfish Fin, Chaliceweed, Royal Sea Pot, Sparkly Treasure, Fine Scarlet Amber, Truffle Du Conga |
That wraps up our guide on all fish locations in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more tips and tricks, don't forget to explore our other guides, such as how to cook and eat meals before embarking on your hunting adventures.
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