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All Fish Locations in Monster Hunter Wilds

by Lucy Mar 21,2025

While monster hunting forms the heart of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the game offers a delightful side activity: fishing! Each region teems with diverse fish species, and this guide reveals their locations, helping you complete your aquatic collection.

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--------------------------------------------- Kanya in Monster Hunter Wilds
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To start your fishing adventure, chat with **Kanya** at the **Forest Base Camp** in the Scarlet Forest (accessible from Chapter 1). She's by the pond, ready to provide your first fishing rod, the **Common Wood Minnow** lure, and initiate the **‘Fishing: Life, in Microcosm’** sidequest. This quest unlocks further bait, crucial for catching the rarest fish.

Where to Find All Fish in Monster Hunter Wilds

---------------------------------------------- Monster Hunter Wilds Fish
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The table below lists all confirmed fish, their locations, recommended catching methods (including bait), and potential rewards. Note that weather conditions can affect spawning. Some rewards, like **Golden and Platinum Scales**, fetch high prices.

Disclaimer: This list will be updated as new fish are discovered.

Fish TypeLocation(s) FoundHow to Catch (recommended bait if applicable)Capture Rewards
WhetfishWindward Plains (Area 13), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell BasinCapture Net, Fishing RodWhetfish Fin, Whetfish Fin+
SushifishWindward Plains (Area 13 and 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell BasinCapture Net, Fishing RodSushifish Scale, Great Sushifish Scale
Virid BowfinWindward Plains (Area 13 and 14), Scarlet ForestCapture Net, Fishing RodNone
GoldenfishWindward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest (Area 8 and Area 12), Oilwell Basin, Iceshard CliffsCapture Net, Fishing Rod (Golden Bughead bait)Golden Scale
PlatinumfishWindward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard CliffsCapture Net, Fishing RodPlatinum Scale
Gravid BowfinWindward Plains (Area 13), Scarlet Forest (Base Camp during ‘Plenty’ weather), Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of WyveriaFishing Rod (Emerald Jitterbait)None
StardusterScarlet Forest (Area 3)Capture Net, Fishing RodTBD
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 RodNone
Blind PerchIceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria (Area 13, Hidden Cave)Capture NetNone
GoldenfryScarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of WyveriaFishing Rod (Golden Bughead bait)Gilded Scale
Bomb ArowanaScarlet Forest, Oilwell BasinFishing Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait)Bomb Arowana Scale
Burst ArowanaScarlet Forest, Oilwell BasinFishing Rod (Common Wood Minnow or Emerald Jitterbait)Burst Arowana Scale
GunpowderfishScarlet Forest, Oilwell Basin, Iceshard Cliffs, Ruins of WyveriaFishing 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

This concludes our *Monster Hunter Wilds* fish location guide. Don't forget to check out our other guides, including how to prepare and enjoy those delicious in-game meals!

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