Fish

Fish are passive Creatures in Sea of Thieves. There are 10 species of fish that can be Fished, Cooked to be eaten, or sold to The Hunter's Call for Commendations, Reputation, and Gold.

Catching fish

Main article: Fishing

Fish can be caught with a Fishing Rod and Bait (species depending). Some species have specific requirements detailed below.

Trophy Fish

Most fish can be caught in 2 sizes: regular-sized fish, and the larger "Trophy Fish". These Trophy Fish are rarer and take longer to catch by struggling more and resting less than their regular-sized counterparts. Trophy Fish fetch higher rewards and more Reputation from the Hunter's Call.

Treasured Fish

Treasured Fish a special type of fish found during Fishing Voyages in fertile island water spots. They don't require bait to be caught, and cannot be cooked or eaten. They are carried like other large treasure rather than stored in the player's inventory and can also be buried like treasure. Treasured Fish can be sold to any Hunter's Call representative at Outposts and Seaposts, the Sovereigns, or to The Servant of the Flame at The Reaper's Hideout.

These fish can be difficult to catch as they move far and fast, requiring ample fishing space to properly catch it, or the fishing line may snap. If this happens, the fish will return to the fishing spot for subsequent fishing attempts.

Only the Treasured Emerald Wrecker appears in both fishing voyages, while the other Treasured Fish are unique to the individual voyages.

Cooking

Main article: Cooking

Fish is a two-portion food item that can be cooked on a stove to receive more benefits. Eating a Cooked Fish will heal Players and grant an extra reserve of Health. Burnt Fish will heal for a small amount. Eating two portions of Raw or Under-cooked Fish in an instance will cause the Player to vomit and their vision to become blurry.

Whole Fish can be sold to the Hunter's Call in any condition and count toward commendations, Cooked Fish reward the most Gold and Reputation.

Cooking Time (in seconds)
Size	Under-cooked	Cooked	Burnt
Regular	30s	40s	80s
Trophy	80s	90s	180s

Fish Species

Splashtails

Splashtails appear all over the Sea of Thieves. These playful little charmers are like sea puppies.

Splashtails are found in most open bodies of water. They are the most common fish species. Cannot be caught in Ponds.

Does not require Bait to catch.

Splashtails		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Ruby Splashtail	Base variant	75	190	100	255	115	285	15	45
Sunny Splashtail	Common variant	150	375	205	505	225	565	35	85
Indigo Splashtail	Uncommon variant	225	565	305	765	340	850	50	130
Umber Splashtail	Rare variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Seafoam Splashtail	Night variant	150	375	205	505	225	565	35	85
Treasured Obsidian Splashtail	Treasured variant	350	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Pondies

Pondies are hungry fish that live in fresh water. Some pirates called them ‘Marooned Sailor’s Supper’..

Pondies are found in fresh water Ponds. No other fish, not even Splashtails appear in these ponds.

Does not require Bait to catch.

For a complete list of locations, see the Ponds page.

Pondies		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Charcoal Pondie	Base variant	75	190	100	255	115	285	15	45
Orchid Pondie	Common variant	150	375	205	505	225	565	35	85
Bronze Pondie	Uncommon variant	225	565	305	765	340	850	50	130
Bright Pondie	Rare variant	750	1,875	1,015	2,530	1,125	2,815	170	420
Moonsky Pondie	Night variant	150	375	205	505	225	565	35	85
Treasured Dewdrop Pondie	Treasured variant	750	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Islehoppers

These strange fish often gather near islands. Pirate folklore says that merfolk keep them as pets.

Islehoppers can be found in the waters surrounding large islands. Each type of Islehopper, except the Rare Raven Islehopper, can only be found in the waters of specific large islands. The fishing range is within the island's title card area.

Does not require Bait to catch.

• Stone Islehopper: Found at Shipwreck Bay, Shark Bait Cove, Crook's Hollow, Sailor's Bounty, Cannon Cove and Fetcher's Rest.
• Moss Islehopper: Found at Ashen Reaches, Thieves' Haven, Marauder's Arch, Lone Cove, Wanderers Refuge and Ruby's Fall.
• Honey Islehopper: Found at Discovery Ridge, Plunder Valley, Kraken's Fall, Sunken Grove, Crescent Isle and The Devil's Thirst.
• Raven Islehopper: A rare sight at any large island. (TIP: Fish for this variant during the day at any island where Amethyst Islehoppers are found. You will only get Splashtails or Raven Islehoppers.)
• Amethyst Islehopper: A night time catch found at Devil's Ridge, Smuggler's Bay, Mermaid's Hideaway, The Crooked Masts, Old Faithful Isle, Flintlock Peninsula and Snake Island.

Islehoppers		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Stone Islehopper	* see list above for details	105	265	140	360	160	400	25	60
Moss Islehopper		105	265	140	360	160	400	25	60
Honey Islehopper		105	265	140	360	160	400	25	60
Raven Islehopper		1,050	2,625	1,420	3,545	1,575	3,940	235	590
Amethyst Islehopper		105	265	140	360	160	400	25	60
Treasured Briny Islehopper	Treasured variant	750	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Ancientscales

Ancientscales are partial to leeches, a tip that modern pirates learned from ancient cave paintings.

Ancientscales can be found in the open waters of The Ancient Isles.

Requires Leeches as Bait to catch, Not counting the treasured version.

Ancientscales can be caught as far south and east as S-26.

Ancientscales		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Almond Ancientscale	Base variant	225	565	305	765	340	850	50	130
Sapphire Ancientscale	Common variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Smoke Ancientscale	Uncommon variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Bone Ancientscale	Rare variant	3,000	7,500	4,050	10,125	4,500	11,250	675	1,690
Starshine Ancientscale	Night variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Treasured Blossom Ancientscale	Treasured variant	1,500	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Plentifins

These Shores of Plenty natives are considered good luck, unless you're an earthworm - their favourite.

Plentifins can be found in the open waters of The Shores of Plenty.

Requires Earthworms as Bait to catch, not counting the Treasured version.

Plentifins		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Olive Plentifin	Base variant	225	565	305	765	340	850	50	130
Amber Plentifin	Common variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Cloudy Plentifin	Uncommon variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Bonedust Plentifin	Rare variant	3,000	7,500	4,050	10,125	4,500	11,250	675	1,690
Watery Plentifin	Night variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Treasured Crimson Plentifin	Treasured variant	750	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Wildsplashes

Stock up on earthworms to catch a Wildsplash. These grumpy fish are tough and thrive in harsh areas.

Wildsplashes are found in the open waters of The Wilds.

Requires Earthworms as Bait to catch, not counting the Treasured version.

Wildsplashes		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Russet Wildsplash	Base variant	225	565	305	765	340	850	50	130
Sandy Wildsplash	Common variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Ocean Wildsplash	Uncommon variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Muddy Wildsplash	Rare variant	3,000	7,500	4,050	10,125	4,500	11,250	675	1,690
Coral Wildsplash	Night variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Treasured Calico Wildsplash	Treasured variant	750	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Devilfish

The Devil's Roar is a hostile environment for any creature. These fish survive on grubs, presumably boiled.

Devilfish are one of the four Regional Fish and are only found in the open waters of The Devil's Roar.

Requires Grubs as Bait to catch, not counting the Treasured version.

The furthest south and east location to catch Devilfish is W-25.

Devilfishes		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Ashen Devilfish	Base variant	225	565	305	765	340	850	50	130
Seashell Devilfish	Common variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Lava Devilfish	Uncommon variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Forsaken Devilfish	Rare variant	3,000	7,500	4,050	10,125	4,500	11,250	675	1,690
Firelight Devilfish	Night variant	300	750	405	1,015	450	1,125	70	170
Treasured Leopard Devilfish	Treasured variant	1,500	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Battlegills

Battlegills are considered a dark omen. But, with enough grubs for bait, they also make a hearty meal.

Battlegills are fish attracted to danger. They are found in waters near Skeleton Ships, and any active Skeleton Fort, Fort of Fortune, or Fort of the Damned.

Requires Grubs as Bait to catch, not counting the Treasured version.

Battlegills cannot be caught near any other active World Events like active Ghost Fleet or Ashen Winds Battles.

Interstingly, Battlegills can be caught in the Pirate Legend Hideout, when the Skeleton Fleet is active and can be sold to the ghost of Merrick within the hideout.

Battlegills		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Jade Battlegill	Base variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Sky Battlegill	Common variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Rum Battlegill	Uncommon variant	525	1,315	710	1,775	790	1,975	120	295
Sand Battlegill	Rare variant	3,750	9,375	5,065	12,655	5,625	14,065	845	2,110
Bittersweet Battlegill	Night variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Treasured Zest Battlegill	Treasured variant	3,000	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Wreckers

These monsters love darkness and earthworms. Some call them 'Fool's Lanterns' due to their natural lights.

Wreckers can only be found near Shipwrecks.

Requires Earthworms as Bait to catch, Not counting the Treasured version.

The Blackcloud Wrecker is a unique variant that is only be caught near shipwrecks that are inside storms.

If the fish makes the line touch the wreck while fighting, the line will snap. The best position for fishing is from the wreck itself so the fish is always fleeing away from it. Try to get a spot away from the edges such as a mast spar.

Wreckers		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Rose Wrecker	Base variant	375	940	505	1,270	565	1,410	85	210
Sun Wrecker	Common variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Blackcloud Wrecker	Storm variant	525	1,315	710	1,775	790	1,975	120	295
Snow Wrecker	Rare variant	3,750	9,375	5,065	12,655	5,625	14,065	845	2,110
Moon Wrecker	Night variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Treasured Emerald Wrecker	Treasured variant	2,500	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Stormfish

This aggressive ocean fish enjoys leeches. Merrick claims that lightning can strike their long snouts!

Stormfish are found in open waters inside heavy Storms (indicated by the spinning of the Compass and ringing of the Ship's Bell).

The Stormfish are mostly Region based catches, with the Rare and Night variants being available to be caught anywhere but The Devil's Roar Region, as Storms do not go there.

Requires Leeches as Bait to catch, not counting the Treasured Version.

Tip: Shadow Stormfish are most efficiently caught at The Glorious Sea Dog Tavern and Uncharted Island (N-13) as these locations are not inside any Region. At these locations, the Fish spawn pool will only spawn Splashtails and the Rare and Night variant of Stormfish. Thus a daytime Stormfish is a guaranteed Shadow Stormfish.

Interestingly, Stormfish can be caught in the Pirate Legend Hideout, when the Storm is located between Uncharted Island (K-9) and the Sea Dog Tavern and can be sold to the ghost of Merrick within the hideout.

Stormfish		Raw		Undercooked		Cooked		Burnt
		Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy	Regular	Trophy
Ancient Stormfish	The Ancient Isles variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Shores Stormfish	The Shores of Plenty variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Wild Stormfish	The Wilds variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Shadow Stormfish	Rare variant	4,500	11,250	6,075	15,190	6,750	16,875	1,015	1,400
Twilight Stormfish	Night variant	450	1,125	610	1,520	675	1,690	100	225
Treasured Starshine Stormfish	Treasured variant	3,000	Treasured Fish cannot be cooked.

Notes

• On rarity-based fish, the Common variant and the Night variant are of equal value to The Hunter's Call.
• When region-specific fish are raw, the rarest fish are worth ten times as much as the second rarest fish. When other fish are raw, the rarest fish is ten times more than the least rare fish.
• Stormfish and Islehoppers are not based on rarity, but are instead based on fishing location, with the former tied to Regions and the latter tied to specific Large Islands.
• Wreckers have the same pricing as Battlegills.
• Raw, undercooked, cooked, and burnt fish all count towards The Hunter's Call Commendations.
• The large eyes of Islehoppers have a reflective surface, however, the reflection is the same sunny, palm-covered beach scene regardless of your location.
• While raw fish is supposed to make the pirate sick, the effect requires consuming two portions in quick succession.
• Half-eaten Fish cannot be sold.
• Fish can randomly be found inside Shipwreck Barrels, Barrels of Plenty, Skeleton Ship Food Barrels, Rowboat Chests and Storage Crates.

Trivia

• Splashtails appear to be modelled after the real life Grouper.
• Islehoppers appear to be modelled after the real life Porcupinefish.
• Devilfish appear to be modelled after the real life Piranha.
• Wreckers appear to be modelled after the real life Anglerfish.
• Stormfish appear to be modelled after the real life Marlin.
• Ancientscales appear to be modelled after the real life Catfish.
• Battlegills appear to be modelled after the real life Stonefish.
• Pondies appear to be modelled after the real life Bass.
• Plentifins appear to be modelled after the real life Angelfish.
• Wildsplashes appear to be modelled after the real life Carp.

Patch history

• 3.3.0.1 (February 27, 2025)
  • Crews cashing in their hunting hauls to The Hunter's Call representatives at Outposts and Seaposts will now find they provide the same payout as the Sovereigns, ensuring that Captains can use these conveniently located services.

• 3.3.0 (February 20, 2025)
  • Added Treasured Fish.

• 2.7.0 (November 22, 2022)
  • Wreckers now appear at shipwrecks while on Lost Shipment Voyages, and while exploring a Shipwreck Graveyard as part of the Legend of the Veil Voyage.