Squid
A deep sea creature that can grow to massive proportions. Famous for its intelligence and jet propulsion.
Quick answer
Where to catch Squid in Stardew Valley
Catch Squid at Ocean during Winter from 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM in any weather. It sells for 80g at normal quality and 160g when smoked; difficulty 75 makes tackle preparation important.
Ocean
Winter
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM, any weather
80g base, 160g iridium
Squid Ink; this pond does not normally produce Roe
Lead Bobber or Trap Bobber
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
80g
Normal quality
Smoke once
160g
+80g before Coal and machine time
One pond product
Squid Ink
This pond does not normally produce Roe.
Is Squid worth keeping?
Keep Squid if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Squid when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
Squid can be placed in a Fish Pond, but its normal pond product is Squid Ink, not 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
Squid 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 3 days
| Possible item | Quantity | Overall daily chance |
|---|---|---|
| Squid Ink | 1 | 95% |
Where & When to Find Squid
Location
- Ocean
Found in the ocean during winter evenings.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 75
HardChallenging catch requiring skill
Sinker Behavior
Tends to drop toward the bottom of the bar. Will occasionally jump up.
Tip: Keep your bar low and be ready for sudden upward jumps.
Expert Tips for Squid
Only available at night during winter. The sinker behavior means keeping your bar low.
Recommended Tackle
Lead Bobber
Bar doesn't bounce
Best for: Sinker behavior fish
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 | 80g |
| Silver | 100g |
| Gold | 120g |
| Iridium | 160g |
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 | 80g | 160g |
| Silver | 100g | 200g |
| Gold | 120g | 240g |
| Iridium | 160g | 320g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Squid
- Squid Ink
- Fried Calamari recipe
- Winter night fishing
Did You Know?
Giant squid can grow over 40 feet long and have the largest eyes of any animal.