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"Monster Hunter Wilds: All Fish Locations Revealed"

Author:Kristen Update:May 22,2025

While hunting ferocious monsters is the heart of Monster Hunter Wilds, the game also offers a serene yet challenging alternative in the form of fishing. Each region brims with various types of fish, and if you're eager to catch them all, here's a comprehensive guide to all fish locations in Monster Hunter Wilds.

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How to Unlock Fishing in Monster Hunter Wilds

Kanya in Monster Hunter WildsScreenshot by The Escapist

To begin your fishing adventure in Monster Hunter Wilds, head over to the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest, which you'll first visit in Chapter 1. Look for Kanya standing by a pond, casting her line. After gaining full access to the camp, approach her, and she'll hand you a fishing rod along with the Common Wood Minnow lure. This interaction will kickstart the 'Fishing: Life, in Microcosm' sidequest, the first of several fishing quests that will eventually unlock a variety of bait lures, enabling you to catch the game's rarest fish.

Where to Find All Fish in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Below is a detailed list of all the fish species you can catch in Monster Hunter Wilds, along with their spawning locations and the best tools and bait to use. Some fish require specific weather conditions to appear, so keep an eye on the forecast. Capturing certain fish can yield valuable rewards like Golden and Platinum Scales, which can be sold for a hefty amount of zenny.

Disclaimer: This list will be updated with new fish species as they are discovered in-game.

Fish TypeLocation(s) FoundHow to Catch
(recommended bait if applicable)
Capture Rewards
WhetfishWindward Plains (Area 13)
Scarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Capture Net
Fishing Rod
Whetfish Fin
Whetfish Fin+
SushifishWindward Plains (Area 13 and 14)
Scarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Capture Net
Fishing Rod
Sushifish Scale
Great Sushifish Scale
Virid BowfinWindward Plains (Area 13 and 14)
Scarlet Forest
Capture Net
Fishing Rod
None
GoldenfishWindward Plains (Area 14)
Scarlet Forest (Area 8 and Area 12)
Oilwell Basin
Iceshard Cliffs
Capture Net
Fishing Rod (Golden Bughead bait)
Golden Scale
PlatinumfishWindward Plains (Area 14)
Scarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Iceshard Cliffs
Capture Net
Fishing Rod
Platinum Scale
Gravid BowfinWindward Plains (Area 13)
Scarlet Forest (Base Camp during ‘Plenty’ weather)
Oilwell Basin
Iceshard Cliffs
Ruins of Wyveria
Fishing Rod (Emerald Jitterbait)None
StardusterScarlet Forest (Area 3)Capture Net
Fishing Rod
TBD
EscuniteScarlet Forest (Area 12 near the waterfall)Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait)None
Glass ParexusIceshard Cliffs
Ruins of Wyveria (Hidden Cave)
Capture Net (will not count toward completion of Fishing: Life, in Microcosm)
Fishing Rod
None
Blind PerchIceshard Cliffs
Ruins of Wyveria (Area 13, Hidden Cave)
Capture NetNone
GoldenfryScarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Iceshard Cliffs
Ruins of Wyveria
Fishing Rod (Golden Bughead bait)Gilded Scale
Bomb ArowanaScarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Fishing Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait)Bomb Arowana Scale
Burst ArowanaScarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Fishing Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait)Burst Arowana Scale
GunpowderfishScarlet Forest
Oilwell Basin
Iceshard Cliffs
Ruins of Wyveria
Fishing Rod (Emerald Jitterbait)Gunpowderfish Scale
Great TrevallyScarlet Forest (Area 13)Fishing Rod (Tuff Joint bait)None
SpeartunaScarlet Forest (Area 17)Fishing Rod (Tuff Joint bait)Speartuna Fin
Grand EscuniteScarlet Forest (Area 8, 12, and 17)Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait)None
Goliath SquidScarlet Forest (Area 17; Plenty weather)Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait)‘Monster (Squid) Hunter’ Trophy/Achievement
GajauScarlet Forest (Area 12 and 17)Fishing Rod (Duster Rig bait)Gajau Hide
Gastronome TunaScarlet Forest (Area 17; Plenty weather)Fishing RodAncient 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. For more tips and tricks, don't forget to check out our other guides, including how to cook and eat meals before embarking on your hunts.