All Fish Locations in Monster Hunter Wilds

Author: Sebastian Mar 21,2025

Beyond battling ferocious monsters, *Monster Hunter Wilds* offers a relaxing pastime: fishing. Each region boasts diverse fish species, and this guide reveals all their locations, helping you complete your aquatic collection.

Unlocking the Fishing Fun in *Monster Hunter Wilds*

Kanya in Monster Hunter Wilds
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To start fishing, chat with Kanya at the Forest Base Camp in the Scarlet Forest (accessible in Chapter 1). She's by the pond, and talking to her unlocks the fishing rod, the Common Wood Minnow lure, and the ‘Fishing: Life, in Microcosm’ sidequest. This quest is the first of many, eventually unlocking various lures for catching rare fish.

Where to Find Every Fish in *Monster Hunter Wilds*

Monster Hunter Wilds Fish Locations
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This list details all confirmed fish, their locations, recommended bait (if needed), and potential rewards. Note that some fish require specific weather conditions. Valuable rewards like Golden and Platinum Scales sell for a hefty sum of zenny.

Note: This list will be updated if new fish are discovered.

Fish TypeLocation(s)How to Catch (Recommended Bait)Capture Rewards
WhetfishWindward Plains (Areas 13), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell BasinCapture Net, Fishing RodWhetfish Fin, Whetfish Fin+
SushifishWindward Plains (Areas 13 & 14), Scarlet Forest, Oilwell BasinCapture Net, Fishing RodSushifish Scale, Great Sushifish Scale
Virid BowfinWindward Plains (Areas 13 & 14), Scarlet ForestCapture Net, Fishing RodNone
GoldenfishWindward Plains (Area 14), Scarlet Forest (Areas 8 & 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 waterfall)Fishing Rod (Tentacle Jig bait)None
Glass ParexusIceshard Cliffs, Ruins of Wyveria (Hidden Cave)Capture Net (doesn’t count towards quest), 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 (Areas 8, 12, & 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 (Areas 12 & 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 completes our guide to fish locations in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Don't forget to check out our other guides, including how to cook and eat meals for enhanced hunting!