Shad
A river fish that runs upstream during certain seasons. Known for its annual spawning migrations.
Where & When to Find Shad
Location
- River
Found in rivers during spring, summer, and fall. Requires rain.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 45
EasyGood for building fishing XP
Smooth Behavior
Gradual, predictable movements. The fish moves steadily in one direction before changing.
Tip: Follow the fish smoothly. Anticipate direction changes and move gradually.
Expert Tips for Shad
Requires rainy weather but available across three seasons. Good for rainy day fishing sessions.
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 | 60g |
| Silver | 75g |
| Gold | 90g |
| Iridium | 120g |
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 | 60g | 120g |
| Silver | 75g | 150g |
| Gold | 90g | 180g |
| Iridium | 120g | 240g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Shad
- Sashimi
- Fish pond
- Rain-dependent catch
Did You Know?
American shad were once so abundant they were a crucial food source for early colonists.