Albacore
A tuna-like fish caught in the ocean. One of the smaller tuna species but equally delicious.
Quick answer
Where to catch Albacore in Stardew Valley
Catch Albacore at Ocean during Fall, Winter from 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM in any weather. It sells for 75g at normal quality and 150g when smoked.
Ocean
Fall, Winter
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM, any weather
75g base, 150g iridium
67g Roe -> 134g Aged Roe
Trap Bobber or Barbed Hook
Keep only if needed for bundles, gifts, cooking, or ponds
Price decision
Sell, smoke, or use a Fish Pond?
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Sell directly
75g
Normal quality
Smoke once
150g
+75g before Coal and machine time
One pond product
67g Roe → 134g
Aged Roe; not daily profit
Is Albacore worth keeping?
Keep Albacore if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Albacore when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
67g Roe can become 134g Aged Roe. Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls. Formula value: 67g Roe, then 134g Aged Roe.
Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls. The exact max-population output table and first capacity quest are shown below.
Verified 1.6.15 pond rules
Albacore Fish Pond output
Final daily chances at population 10; each value already includes the pond's 95% base output check and ordered item rolls.
Any item per day
95%
Maximum population
10
Population growth
Every 2 days
| Possible item | Quantity | Overall daily chance |
|---|---|---|
| Roe | 1 minimum | 95% |
Where & When to Find Albacore
Location
- Ocean
Found in the ocean during fall and winter.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 60
MediumModerate challenge
Mixed Behavior
Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.
Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.
Expert Tips for Albacore
Has morning and evening active times with a midday gap. Plan trips for early morning or after dinner.
Recommended Tackle
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Barbed Hook
Clinging to fish
Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 75g |
| Silver | 93g |
| Gold | 112g |
| Iridium | 150g |
Smoked Fish Value
The Fish Smoker uses 1 Coal and doubles the fish sell price while preserving quality. Fisher or Angler changes the fish value first; Artisan then increases the smoked product.
| Input Quality | Fish Value | Smoked Value |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 75g | 150g |
| Silver | 93g | 186g |
| Gold | 112g | 224g |
| Iridium | 150g | 300g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Albacore
- Sashimi
- Fish pond
- Split-time fish
Did You Know?
Albacore is the only tuna species that can legally be sold as 'white tuna' in the United States.