Sunfish
A small, colorful fish found in rivers. Named for its bright, sun-like coloration.
Where & When to Find Sunfish
Location
- River
Found in rivers during spring and summer sunny days.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 30
EasyGood for building fishing XP
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 Sunfish
Only appears on sunny days. Very easy to catch—great for building early fishing experience.
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 | 30g |
| Silver | 37g |
| Gold | 45g |
| Iridium | 60g |
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 | 30g | 60g |
| Silver | 37g | 74g |
| Gold | 45g | 90g |
| Iridium | 60g | 120g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Sunfish
- Sashimi
- Fish pond
- Easy catch
Did You Know?
Sunfish are part of the same family as bass and can create elaborate circular nests in shallow water.