Anchovy
A small silver fish found in the ocean.
Quick answer
Where to catch Anchovy in Stardew Valley
Catch Anchovy at Ocean during Spring, Fall from Any in any weather. It sells for 30g at normal quality and 60g when smoked.
Ocean
Spring, Fall
Any, any weather
30g base, 60g iridium
45g Roe -> 90g Aged Roe
Trap Bobber or Cork Bobber
Keep only if needed for bundles, gifts, cooking, or ponds
Is Anchovy worth keeping?
Keep Anchovy if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Anchovy when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Anchovy Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 45g Roe, then 90g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Anchovy
Location
- Ocean
Caught in the Ocean at the Beach or Beach Farm during Spring and Fall.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 30
EasyGood for building fishing XP
Dart Behavior
Makes sudden, quick movements in random directions. Most unpredictable behavior.
Tip: Stay centered and use small, quick adjustments. Don't overreact to movements.
Expert Tips for Anchovy
Target the Ocean in Spring or Fall. Short casts can improve the chance of hooking Anchovy at higher Fishing levels.
Recommended Tackle
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Cork Bobber
Larger fishing bar
Best for: Hard fish like legendaries
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 30g |
| Silver | 37g |
| Gold | 45g |
| Iridium | 60g |
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 | 30g | 60g |
| Silver | 37g | 74g |
| Gold | 45g | 90g |
| Iridium | 60g | 120g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Anchovy
- Sashimi
- Fish Pond
- Fishing collection
Fish Pond Production
Fish Pond
Produces: Anchovy Roe
Roe Value: 45g → Aged Roe: 90g
Did You Know?
Anchovy is also a common ingredient in real-world fish sauces and preserved seafood.