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Goldenfish Location and How to Catch
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The Goldenfish can be catched in the Windward Plains and Scarlet Forest in Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). See where and how to catch the Goldenfish, the best bait to use, as well as how it is used.
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Where to Catch Goldenfish
Found in Windward Plains and Scarlet Forest
Goldenfish can be found in the underground fishing spot of Area 14 in the Windward Plains. They can also be fished in several spots in the Scarlet Forest, but we recommend the fishing spots in Area 8 and Area 12, as locations in enclosed dark caverns have a higher chance of spawning Goldenfish.
All Goldenfish Locations
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Time:
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These fish are quite common in dark areas where sunlight rarely enters. They have a strong interest for Golden Bughead bait. They can be found at any time of day on any weather conditions.
Interactive Map and List of Locations
How to Catch Goldenfish
Use the Golden Bughead Bait
You can only catch Goldenfish using the Golden Bughead bait that Kanya gives you at the start of the Seeking the Goldenfish mission. This is the only bait that works for catching Goldenfish.
Use the Fishing Rod or Capture Net
Goldenfish can be caught using either the Fishing Rod or a Capture Net. While using the Capture Net is a quicker way of catching it, make sure you don't miss as there's a chance for the fish to escape after an unsuccessful attempt. You'd have to wait for it to spawn again after.
It is best to check each of the fishing spots listed above and do a rotation of each fishing spot for more chances of catching a Goldenfish.
Goldenfish Overview and Uses
Basic Information
| Goldenfish Overworld View | |
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| Known Habitats | |
| Weather |
Any Weather |
| Time of Day |
Anytime |
| Best Lure to Use |
 Golden Bughead
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| Guild Points | 10 |
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| Gives Golden Scale | |
| Description | |
| With the stunning golden scales covering their bodies, it's no wonder these fish are aquarium staples and often sell for high prices for use in accessories. | |
Required for Seeking the Goldenfish Quest
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| Quest Giver:
Kanya
Location: Scarlet Forest Catch: Goldenfish How to Unlock: ・Reach Chapter 1 ・Complete Side Mission Fishing: Life, in Microcosm Rewards: ・Whetfish Fin x3 ・Honey x5 |
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The Goldenfish is required for the quest Seeking the Goldenfish given by Kanya.
Seeking the Goldenfish Mission Walkthrough
Obtain Golden Scales to Sell for Zenny
Catching Goldenfish gives you Golden Scales. Golden Scales can be sold for 1000 Zenny each, making them a viable way to farm money early game.
Other Endemic Missions
| Related Endemic Side Missions |
Target: ▶︎ Dareel's Research Report |
Target: ▶︎ Dareel's Research Report (Cont.) |
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Target: ▶︎ Dareel's Special Research Report |
Target: Any Fish ▶︎ Fishing: Life, in Microcosm |
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Target: Goldenfish ▶︎ Seeking the Golden Fish |
Target: ▶︎ Fishing for Flavor |
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Target: A Whopper Fish ▶︎ The Catch of a Lifetime |
Target: ▶︎ Razzle Dazzle |
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Target: ▶︎ Healing Help |
Target: ▶︎ Flash Course |
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Target: ▶︎ A Gutsy Move |
Target: ▶︎ Samin's Research Report |
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Target: ▶︎ Samin's Research Report (Cont.) |
Target: ▶︎ Samin's Special Research Report |
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