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All Fish Locations in Monster Hunter Wilds

Author : Lucy Mar 16,2025

Beyond battling ferocious monsters, *Monster Hunter Wilds* offers a surprising amount of downtime activities, including a relaxing pastime: fishing. The world is teeming with diverse fish species, each found in specific locations. This guide details every fish location to help you complete your aquatic collection.

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Kanya in Monster Hunter Wilds
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To start your fishing journey in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll need to chat with Kanya at the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest (accessible in Chapter 1). She's easily spotted by the pond, fishing away. Once you've spoken to her, she'll provide you with a fishing rod, the Common Wood Minnow lure, and initiate the "Fishing: Life, in Microcosm" sidequest. This quest is the first of many, unlocking various bait lures crucial for catching the rarest fish.

Where to Find All Fish in Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds Fish Locations
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The table below lists all confirmed fish species, their locations, recommended catching methods (including bait), and potential rewards. Note that weather conditions can affect fish spawning. Some rewards, like Golden and Platinum Scales, sell for a hefty sum of zenny.

Disclaimer: This list will be updated as new fish species 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 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 comprehensive guide to fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Don't forget to check out our other guides, including our helpful tips on cooking and eating meals before hunts!

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