Woodskip
A forest fish with a distinctive mottled pattern. Perfectly camouflaged among underwater debris.
Quick answer
Where to catch Woodskip in Stardew Valley
Catch Woodskip year-round in the Secret Woods pond after clearing the entrance log with a Steel Axe. Forest Farm players can also catch it on the farm. Save the first one for the standard Specialty Fish Bundle.
Secret Woods
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Any, any weather
75g base, 150g iridium
67g Roe -> 134g Aged Roe
Spinner or Barbed Hook
Keep the first one for the Specialty Fish Bundle
Price decision
Sell, smoke, or use a Fish Pond?
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Sell directly
75g
Normal quality
Smoke once
150g
+75g before Coal and machine time
One pond product
67g Roe → 134g
Aged Roe; not daily profit
Is Woodskip worth keeping?
Keep the first Woodskip for the standard Specialty Fish Bundle. After that, keep one only if you want a Fish Pond or fishing collection copy.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell extras after the bundle is covered. Its 75g base price is modest, so the bundle and collection are more important than raw profit.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Woodskip pond is a collection or themed choice rather than a top money pond. Use limited pond space on Sturgeon, Lava Eel, Blobfish, or another goal-specific fish first. Formula value: 67g Roe, then 134g Aged 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
Woodskip 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
87%
Maximum population
10
Population growth
Every 2 days
| Possible item | Quantity | Overall daily chance |
|---|---|---|
| Acorn | 1-5 | 4.8% |
| Maple Seed | 1-5 | 4.5% |
| Pine Cone | 1-5 | 4.3% |
| Wood | 1-10 | 22% |
| Hardwood | 5 | 7.5% |
| Roe | 1 minimum | 45% |
Best route
What to do with Woodskip
Upgrade to a Steel Axe, clear the log northwest of Marnie's Ranch, and fish the Secret Woods pond at any time in any season. Forest Farm players can also catch Woodskip on the farm.
Specialty Fish Bundle before profit
Required for the standard Specialty Fish Bundle.
Do not sell the first Woodskip before checking the bundle. The fish is easy to replace after access is open, but the Secret Woods gate can delay an early Community Center route.
Woodskip FAQ
Where do you catch Woodskip in Stardew Valley?
Catch Woodskip in the Secret Woods pond year-round at any time. The Secret Woods normally requires a Steel Axe to unlock; players on the Forest Farm can also catch Woodskip on their farm.
Is Woodskip worth keeping?
Yes. Woodskip is required for the standard Specialty Fish Bundle and can also be kept for the fishing collection or a Fish Pond. Save the bundle copy before selling extras.
How do you unlock the Secret Woods?
Upgrade your Axe to Steel and clear the large fallen log northwest of Marnie's Ranch (Cindersap Forest) to reach the Secret Woods pond where Woodskip lives.
Where & When to Find Woodskip
Location
- Secret Woods
Found only in the Secret Woods pond.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 50
MediumModerate challenge
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 Woodskip
The Secret Woods normally requires a Steel Axe to access. Once unlocked, this fish is available year-round; it can also be caught on the Forest Farm.
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 | 75g |
| Silver | 93g |
| Gold | 112g |
| Iridium | 150g |
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 | 75g | 150g |
| Silver | 93g | 186g |
| Gold | 112g | 224g |
| Iridium | 150g | 300g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Woodskip
- Specialty Fish Bundle
- Fish Pond
- Fishing collection
Did You Know?
The Woodskip is unique to the secret woods environment, making it a special catch for collectors.