White Algae
It's super slimy.
Quick answer
Where to catch White Algae in Stardew Valley
Find White Algae at Mines or Sewers or Mutant Bug Lair or Witch's Swamp during Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter from Any in any weather. It has a fixed 25g value and counts in the fishing collection without being treated as a regular fish.
Mines or Sewers or Mutant Bug Lair or Witch's Swamp
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Any, any weather
25g (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 White Algae worth keeping?
Keep White Algae when you need Pale Broth, Wild Medicine Bundle (remixed), Fishing collection. It is displayed in the fishing collection even though it is not a regular fish.
When to sell or smoke it
Ship extra White Algae when you do not need it for a recipe, buff, bundle, or collection goal. Its 25g value is fixed.
Collection note
White Algae is a collection catch, not a regular fish. It cannot be placed in a Fish Pond or processed in a Fish Smoker.
Where & When to Find White Algae
Location
- Mines
- Sewers
- Mutant Bug Lair
- Witch's Swamp
Caught underground on Mines floors 20 or 60, in the Sewers, Mutant Bug Lair, or Witch's Swamp during every season.
Time & Conditions
Uses for White Algae
- Pale Broth
- Wild Medicine Bundle (remixed)
- Fishing collection
Did You Know?
White Algae is one of the collection catches that counts toward fishing achievements without being a true fish.