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All Fish Locations in Monster Hunter Wilds

by Harper Apr 02,2025

While hunting ferocious monsters is at the heart of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the game also offers a variety of other engaging activities, such as fishing. To help you catch every type of fish in the game's diverse regions, here's a comprehensive guide to all fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*.

How to Unlock Fishing in Monster Hunter Wilds

Kanya in Monster Hunter Wilds

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To unlock fishing in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll need to meet **Kanya** at the **Forest Base Camp** in the Scarlet Forest, which you'll first visit during Chapter 1. She'll be found fishing beside a pond within the camp. Once you have full access to the camp, approach her to receive a fishing rod, the **Common Wood Minnow** lure, and begin the **'Fishing: Life, in Microcosm'** sidequest. This quest is the gateway to unlocking various bait lures that will help you catch the rarest fish in the game.

Where to Find All Fish in Monster Hunter Wilds

Fishing in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Below is a detailed list of all the confirmed fish species you can catch in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, along with their locations, recommended tools and bait, and the rewards you can expect. Remember, some fish are only available under specific weather conditions.

Some of the rewards, such as Golden and Platinum Scales, can be sold for high amounts of zenny, enhancing your in-game economy.

**Disclaimer:** This list will be updated as new fish species are discovered in the game, ensuring you have the most current information.

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 Area 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

That wraps up our guide to all fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, don't forget to explore our other guides, including how to cook and eat meals before your hunting expeditions.

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