Where to Find All Fish in Monster Hunter Wilds

Discover the ultimate guide to finding all fish in Monster Hunter Wilds. Unlock secrets and enhance your gameplay with our expert tips!
Fishing in Monster Hunter Wilds offers a peaceful contrast to the game's intense monster battles, but its mechanics can be confusing for both newcomers and series veterans. This comprehensive guide covers everything from unlocking your fishing rod to catching elusive Whoppers.

🎣 Monster Hunter Wilds: Where to Find All Fish

Fishing becomes available very early in the game:

During Chapter 1-2: "Village of Whispering Winds"

• Complete the honey-gathering task for Jack (Provisions Manager)
• Receive the Fishing Rod as a reward

In Chapter 1-3: "To The Forest"

• Gain access to open-world fishing spots

At Scarlet Forest Base Camp:

• Meet Kanya near the pond for fishing side quests
• Unlock specialized lures through her questline

🕹️ Fishing Controls & Mechanics

Basic Fishing Steps:

Approach a glowing fishing spot

Equip your Fishing Rod (via Item Bar or Radial Menu)

Select a Lure (LB + Y/A or Ctrl + Up/Down)

Aim & Cast (LT/LMB to aim, RT/RMB to cast)

Attract Fish (subtle movements work best)

Reel In (RT/RMB when fish bites)

Advanced Techniques:

• Lure Movement:
  ↔️ Left/Right - Gentle swaying
  ⬇️ Tap Down - Small jigging motion
  🔄 Roll Stick - Slow retrieval
• Fish Preferences: Each species responds differently to movements

🎣 All Fishing Lures & How to Get Them

Lure Name	Best For	Unlock Method
Common Wood Minnow	All basic fish	Default with Fishing Rod
Golden Bughead	Goldenfish/Platinumfish	"Seeking The Goldenfish" quest
Emerald Jitterbait	Sushifish/Whetfish	"Seeking The Goldenfish" quest
Tuff Joint Bait	Speartuna/Whoppers	"The Catch Of A Lifetime!" quest
Duster Rig	Petricanths/Gajau	"The Catch Of A Lifetime!" quest
Tentacle Jig	Escunite/Squid	"Razzle Dazzle" quest

🐟 Complete Fish Catalog

Common Fish:

Fish	Best Location	Ideal Lure
Sushifish	Forest Base Camp	Emerald Jitterbait
Whetfish	Plains Area 13-14	Emerald Jitterbait
Goldenfish	Cliffs Area 1	Golden Bughead
Petricanths	Forest Area 16	Duster Rig

Whoppers (Giant Fish):

Whopper	Location	Special Technique
Great Trevally	Forest Area 12	Use Tuff Joint Bait + Stamina Management
Goliath Squid	Forest Area 17	Tentacle Jig + Rapid Reeling

🎯 Pro Fishing Tips

Patience Pays Off: Don't chase fish - let them come to you

Check Field Guide: Caught fish reveal preferred lures

Time of Day Matters: Some species are nocturnal

Weather Effects: Rain increases certain fish activity

Whopper Strategy:

• Tap RT/RMB rhythmically during struggle phases
• Watch for stamina meter to avoid line breaks

🏆 Fishing Quest Line

Kanya's quests progressively teach advanced techniques:

"Fishing: Life In Microcosm" (Basics)

"Seeking The Goldenfish" (Specialized lures)

"The Catch Of A Lifetime!" (Whoppers)

"Razzle Dazzle" (Rare deep-sea species)

🔄 Differences From Previous MH Games

• New Lure System: Specific lures for fish types
• Active Reeling: More involved than automatic catching
• Whopper Mechanics: Unique struggle phases
• Fish Encyclopedia: Detailed habitat info

Troubleshooting Common Issues

❌ Fish not biting? Try:

• Switching lures
• More subtle movements
• Different time of day

❌ Line keeps breaking?

• Don't over-reel during struggles
• Upgrade your fishing rod later in game

Fishing in Monster Hunter Wilds offers both relaxation and challenge, with its detailed ecosystem andprogression system. Whether you're after healing Sushifish or legendaryWhoppers, mastering these waters will make you a better hunter overall.

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