How to get Catfish in Stardew Valley

Catfish in Stardew Valley is one of the rare fishes that you can get a chance to catch in the game. However, you will be required to meet certain conditions to finally get your hands on one. Fortunately, it is not the most difficult resource to obtain in the game. Stardew Valley has a season system where certain resources are only available at a certain time of the season.

While fishing itself is not limited to a particular season, the type of fish that you end up catching in the game will closely be affected by the weather. Hence, certain fish can only be caught during certain weather conditions.

Today’s Stardew Valley guide will go over how you can catch a Catfish.

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Where to find a Catfish in Stardew Valley

To catch a Catfish in Stardew Valley, you will need to make your way to either of the following locations during Spring and Fall:

• Riverlands Farm
• Hill-top Farm

If you are trying to catch one in Summer, you will have to make your way to:

• Secret Woods
• Witch’s Swamp

Irrespective of the time of the season you are looking to catch a Catfiish in, make sure that you are doing it on a day when it’s raining. Weather affects the type of fish that you get, and you will only get your hands on a Catfish when it’s pouring in Stardew Valley.

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How to catch a Catfish in Stardew Valley

Once you have met all the conditions and spotted a Catfish, you will then need to catch it. Each fish in the game has a hidden difficulty rating that determines how challenging it is to get a hold of.

The catfish has an above-average difficulty rating, so if you are new to fishing in the game, you will struggle. However, you will be able to make the catch easier by leveling up your fishing skills in Stardew Valley. You can do this by practicing a lot on simple catches. The more fish you catch, the higher your skill level will get.

Once you have enough levels on your fishing skills, you won't have much trouble catching a Catfish. Additionally, there are other ways by which you can make the catch easier, and that is by using an Iridium Rod, a Cork Bobber, or a Barbed Hook.

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Uses of Catfish in Stardew Valley

Catching a Catfish in Stardew Valley (Image via ConcernedApe | OSWguild on YouTube)

Catfish are a versatile fish offering more than just a way to boost your fishing level. Here's what you can do with them:

• Complete the River Fish Bundle: This bundle in the Fish Tank requires a Catfish alongside a Sunfish, Shad, and Tiger Trout. Completing it rewards you with 30 Bait.
• Crafting consumables: Catfish can be used in three delicious recipes:
• Maki Roll: Combine Catfish (or any fish) with Seaweed and Rice for this energy and health-boosting dish (recipe learned from the Queen of Sauce or purchased from the Stardrop Saloon).
• Sashimi: This simple recipe (obtained from Linus at 3+ hearts) requires just one fish, including Catfish, to provide a quick health and energy boost.
• Quality Fertilizer: Mix Catfish with Sap to create this fertilizer that improves your chances of growing high-quality crops. Requires level 9 Farming to unlock the recipe.
• Fashion statement: Craft a dyeable Fish Shirt using a Catfish at the Sewing Machine.
• Roe production: Catfish can be broken down into Roe, a key ingredient for Aged Roe and Caviar.
• Gifting and selling: Willy loves Catfish, so give him one to improve your friendship. Catfish also sell well, especially with the Angler perk (increases fish selling price).

While not everyone in Stardew Valley appreciates Catfish, with a little creativity, you can turn them into something delicious, useful, or fashionable!

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While Catfish in Stardew Valley aren't the easiest fish to catch, with a little planning and some practice, you'll be reeling them in no time. Once you've got your Catfish, you can use them for a variety of purposes, making them a valuable catch for any Stardew Valley farmer.

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FAQs about Catfish in Stardew Valley

Q1) How rare is Catfish in Stardew Valley?

Ans: Catfish are uncommon but not the rarest fish in Stardew Valley, and rainy weather conditions are key for catching them.

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Q2) Why is Catfish so hard to catch Stardew Valley?

Ans: Catfish have an above-average difficulty rating in Stardew Valley. This means they move erratically during the fishing minigame, making it tough to keep them in the green zone.

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