This guide details all fish locations in Monster Hunter Wilds, a game where monster hunting is complemented by various activities, including fishing. Unlocking the full fishing experience requires progression and specific actions.
Unlocking Fishing:
To begin fishing, speak with Kanya at the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest (accessible in Chapter 1). She'll provide a fishing rod, the Common Wood Minnow lure, and initiate the "Fishing: Life, in Microcosm" sidequest. Completing this and subsequent fishing quests unlocks various baits crucial for catching rarer fish.
Fish Locations and Capture Details:
The following table lists all confirmed fish, their locations, recommended bait (where applicable), and capture rewards. Note that weather conditions may influence fish spawning. Some rewards, like Golden and Platinum Scales, sell for significant zenny. This list will be updated if new fish are discovered.
| Fish Type | Location(s) | Capture Method (Recommended Bait) | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whetfish | Windward Plains (Areas 13), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Net or Rod | Whetfish Fin, Whetfish Fin+ |
| Sushifish | Windward Plains (Areas 13, 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Net or Rod | Sushifish Scale, Great Sushifish Scale |
| Virid Bowfin | Windward Plains (Areas 13, 14), Scarlet Forest | Net or Rod | None |
| Goldenfish | Windward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest (Areas 8, 12), Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs | Net or Rod (Golden Bughead) | Golden Scale |
| Platinumfish | Windward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs | Net or Rod | Platinum Scale |
| Gravid Bowfin | Windward Plains (Area 13), Scarlet Forest (Base Camp, 'Plenty' weather), Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria | Rod (Emerald Jitterbait) | None |
| Starduster | Scarlet Forest (Area 3) | Net or Rod | TBD |
| Escunite | Scarlet Forest (Area 12, near waterfall) | Rod (Tentacle Jig) | None |
| Glass Parexus | Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria (Hidden Cave) | Net (does not count towards quest), Rod | None |
| Blind Perch | Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria (Area 13, Hidden Cave) | Net | None |
| Goldenfry | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria | Rod (Golden Bughead) | Gilded Scale |
| Bomb Arowana | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait) | Bomb Arowana Scale |
| Burst Arowana | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin | Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait) | Burst Arowana Scale |
| Gunpowderfish | Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria | Rod (Emerald Jitterbait) | Gunpowderfish Scale |
| Great Trevally | Scarlet Forest (Area 13) | Rod (Tuff Joint) | None |
| Speartuna | Scarlet Forest (Area 17) | Rod (Tuff Joint) | Speartuna Fin |
| Grand Escunite | Scarlet Forest (Areas 8, 12, 17) | Rod (Tentacle Jig) | None |
| Goliath Squid | Scarlet Forest (Area 17; Plenty weather) | Rod (Tentacle Jig) | ‘Monster (Squid) Hunter’ Trophy/Achievement |
| Gajau | Scarlet Forest (Areas 12, 17) | Rod (Duster Rig) | Gajau Hide |
| Gastronome Tuna | Scarlet Forest (Area 17; Plenty weather) | Rod | Ancient Wyvern Coin, Sushifish Scale, Whetfish Fin, Chaliceweed, Royal Sea Pot, Sparkly Treasure, Fine Scarlet Amber, Truffle Du Conga |
This comprehensive guide ensures you'll successfully reel in every fish in Monster Hunter Wilds. Remember to consult our other guides, such as meal preparation, for a complete gaming experience.
