Ghostfish
A translucent fish that lives in dark underground pools. Its pale coloration is an adaptation to cave life.
Quick answer
Where to catch Ghostfish in Stardew Valley
Catch Ghostfish at Mines (Floor 20, 60) during Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter from Any in any weather. It sells for 45g at normal quality and 90g when smoked.
Mines (Floor 20, 60)
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Any, any weather
45g base, 90g iridium
52g Roe -> 104g Aged Roe
Spinner 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
45g
Normal quality
Smoke once
90g
+45g before Coal and machine time
One pond product
52g Roe → 104g
Aged Roe; not daily profit
Is Ghostfish worth keeping?
Keep Ghostfish if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Ghostfish when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
52g Roe can become 104g Aged Roe. Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls. Formula value: 52g Roe, then 104g 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
Ghostfish 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 |
|---|---|---|
| White Algae | 5 | 4.8% |
| Pale Broth | 3 | 1.8% |
| Quartz | 1-3 | 17% |
| Refined Quartz | 1 | 3.9% |
| Roe | 1 minimum | 68% |
Where & When to Find Ghostfish
Location
- Mines (Floor 20, 60)
Found in underground lakes on floors 20 and 60 of the mines.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 50
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 Ghostfish
One of the few fish found only in the mines. Bring your fishing rod when you go mining!
Recommended Tackle
Spinner
Faster bite rate
Best for: Farming XP quickly
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 | 45g |
| Silver | 56g |
| Gold | 67g |
| Iridium | 90g |
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 | 45g | 90g |
| Silver | 56g | 112g |
| Gold | 67g | 134g |
| Iridium | 90g | 180g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Ghostfish
- Pale Broth recipe
- Cave fishing exclusive
- Unique mine fish
Did You Know?
Like real cave fish, the Ghostfish has adapted to darkness with its pale, translucent body.