In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, while the thrill of hunting ferocious monsters takes center stage, the game also offers a tranquil escape through fishing. Each region is home to various types of fish, and if you're aiming to catch them all, this guide will help you navigate to all the fish locations within the game.
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To begin your fishing adventure in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll need to meet **Kanya** at the **Forest Base Camp** in the Scarlet Forest, accessible from Chapter 1. You'll find her fishing by a pond at the camp. Once you've gained full access to the camp, you can approach her at any time. Upon speaking with Kanya, she'll equip you with a fishing rod and the **Common Wood Minnow** lure, initiating the **‘Fishing: Life, in Microcosm’** sidequest. This is just the start of your journey to unlock a variety of bait lures, essential for catching the rarest fish in the game.
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Below, you'll find a comprehensive list of all the confirmed fish species in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, along with their spawning locations. We've also included tips on the best tools and bait to use, as well as potential rewards for each catch. Note that certain fish may only appear under specific weather conditions.
Some of these rewards, such as **Golden and Platinum Scales**, can be sold for a premium amount of zenny, making fishing not just a relaxing pastime but also a lucrative one.
**Disclaimer:** This list will be updated as new fish species are discovered in-game, ensuring you have the latest information at your fingertips.
Fish Type | Location(s) Found | How to Catch (recommended bait if applicable) | Capture Rewards |
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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 |
This completes our guide to all fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and tricks, be sure to explore our other guides, including how to cook and eat meals before embarking on your hunts.