While the thrill of hunting ferocious monsters is at the heart of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the game also offers a range of other engaging activities, including the serene pastime of fishing. If you're eager to catch every type of fish the game has to offer, this guide will detail all fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.
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To start your fishing journey in Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll need to meet Kanya at the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest, accessible from Chapter 1. You'll find her fishing by a pond at the camp. After a conversation with her, Kanya will equip you with a fishing rod and the Common Wood Minnow lure, initiating the ‘Fishing: Life, in Microcosm’ sidequest. This quest is the first in a series that will gradually unlock various bait lures, essential for catching the game's rarest fish.
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Below is a comprehensive list of all known fish species in Monster Hunter Wilds, along with their locations, recommended tools and bait, and the potential rewards you can earn from catching them. Note that some fish may only spawn under specific weather conditions.
Some of the rewards, such as Golden and Platinum Scales, can be sold for a premium amount of zenny.
Disclaimer: This list will be updated with new information as additional fish species are discovered in-game.
| Fish Type | Location(s) Found | How to Catch (recommended bait if applicable) | Capture Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 to all fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Don't forget to explore our other resources for the game, including our guide on how to cook and eat meals before embarking on your hunting adventures.
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