Sea Urchin
A spiny creature found in tidal pools. Actually a relative of starfish.
Quick answer
Where to catch Sea Urchin in Stardew Valley
Find Sea Urchin at Beach or Ginger Island during Summer from Any in any weather. It has a fixed 160g value and counts in the fishing collection without being treated as a regular fish.
Beach or Ginger Island
Summer
Any, any weather
160g (no quality or Angler bonus)
Counts in the fishing collection; not a regular fish
Keep for collection, recipes, or the specific buff/use you need
Is Sea Urchin worth keeping?
Keep Sea Urchin when you need Fish Tank bundle, Sashimi, High value forage. It is displayed in the fishing collection even though it is not a regular fish.
When to sell or smoke it
Ship extra Sea Urchin when you do not need it for a recipe, buff, bundle, or collection goal. Its 160g value is fixed.
Collection note
110g Roe can become 220g Aged Roe. Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls.
Verified 1.6.15 pond rules
Sea Urchin 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
50%
Maximum population
10
Population growth
Every 4 days
| Possible item | Quantity | Overall daily chance |
|---|---|---|
| Roe | 1-5 minimum | 50% |
Where & When to Find Sea Urchin
Location
- Beach
- Ginger Island
Found on the beach and Ginger Island during summer, year-round on island.
Time & Conditions
Uses for Sea Urchin
- Fish Tank bundle
- Sashimi
- High value forage
Did You Know?
Sea urchin roe (uni) is considered a delicacy in Japanese cuisine.