All Fish Locations in Monster Hunter Wilds
Beyond battling ferocious monsters, *Monster Hunter Wilds* offers a surprising array of activities, including fishing. Each region teems with diverse fish species, and this guide will help you reel them all in. Discover the location of every fish and learn the best techniques to catch them.
Unlocking the Fishing Rod in *Monster Hunter Wilds*
To start your fishing adventure, speak with Kanya at the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest (accessible in Chapter 1). She's fishing near the pond; simply approach her to begin. She'll provide you with a fishing rod, the Common Wood Minnow lure, and initiate the "Fishing: Life, in Microcosm" sidequest. This quest unlocks various bait lures, essential for catching the rarest fish.
Fish Locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*
The table below details all confirmed fish species, their locations, recommended catching methods (including bait), and potential rewards. Note that weather conditions can affect fish spawns. Valuable rewards like Golden and Platinum Scales can be sold for a hefty sum of zenny. This list will be updated if new fish are discovered.
| 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 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 |
This concludes our comprehensive guide to fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more helpful guides, including tips on cooking and eating meals before hunts, be sure to explore our other *Monster Hunter Wilds* content.
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