Crimsonfish★
Lives deep in the ocean but likes to come up to the surface. Its brilliant red scales shimmer in the sunlight.
Quick answer
Where to catch Crimsonfish in Stardew Valley
Catch Crimsonfish at Ocean (East Beach) during Summer from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM in any weather. It sells for 1500g at normal quality and 3000g when smoked; difficulty 95 makes tackle preparation important.
Ocean (East Beach)
Summer
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM, any weather
1500g base, 3000g iridium
780g Roe -> 1560g Aged Roe
Cork Bobber or Trap Bobber
Sell extras; keep one for collection or Fish Pond use
Price decision
Sell, smoke, or use a Fish Pond?
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Sell directly
1500g
Normal quality
Smoke once
3000g
+1500g before Coal and machine time
One pond product
780g Roe → 1560g
Aged Roe; not daily profit
Is Crimsonfish worth keeping?
Keep Crimsonfish if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Crimsonfish when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
780g Roe can become 1560g Aged Roe. Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls. Formula value: 780g Roe, then 1560g 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
Crimsonfish Fish Pond output
Final daily chances at population 1; each value already includes the pond's 50% base output check and ordered item rolls.
Any item per day
46%
Maximum population
1
Population growth
No reproduction
| Possible item | Quantity | Overall daily chance |
|---|---|---|
| Roe | 1-2 minimum | 46% |
Where & When to Find Crimsonfish
Location
- Ocean (East Beach)
Caught from the eastern pier at the beach during summer. Requires Fishing Level 5.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 95
ExtremeOne of the hardest fish in the game
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 Crimsonfish
Cast from the eastern pier for the best chance. Unlike the Legend, weather doesn't matter. Bring Cork Bobber and fishing buff food.
Recommended Tackle
Cork Bobber
Larger fishing bar
Best for: Hard fish like legendaries
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 1500g |
| Silver | 1875g |
| Gold | 2250g |
| Iridium | 3000g |
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 | 1,500g | 3,000g |
| Silver | 1,875g | 3,750g |
| Gold | 2,250g | 4,500g |
| Iridium | 3,000g | 6,000g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Crimsonfish
- Legendary trophy fish
- High-value sale
Did You Know?
The Crimsonfish appears to be based on various deep-sea red fish species.