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Zelda: Skyward Sword
How to Get the Big Bug Net: Location and How to Use
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★Empty Bottle Guide
This is a guide to getting the Big Bug Net in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (HD) for the Nintendo Switch. Read on to learn where to find Big Bug Net, as well as how to use it.
List of Contents
Big Bug Net Basic Information
| Big Bug Net | |
|---|---|
|
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| Item Type | Bug Net |
| Improved with a double-sized net, making it easy to catch even the most nimble insects. | |
Bigger catching coverage
The Big Bug Net is an upgrade for the Bug Net that increases the area you can cover when swinging.
This is especially helpful when attempting to catch quick and hard-to-catch Bugs, Birds, or Tumbleweeds.
How to Get Big Bug Net
Upgrade Using Materials
Big Bug Net can be obtained after upgrading it with the necessary materials.
See the table below to learn which materials are needed to obtain the Big Bug Net.
| Item | Required Materials |
|---|---|
|
Big Bug Net
|
・Bug Net
・Tumbleweed x3 ・Evil Crystal x1 ・Ancient Flower x2 |
All Bug Net Upgrades
| Item | Required Materials |
|---|---|
|
Big Bug Net
|
・Bug Net
・Tumbleweed x3 ・Evil Crystal x1 ・Ancient Flower x2 ・Upgrade Price: 100 Rupees |
How to Use Big Bug Net
How to Use from Inventory
Press and Hold the ZR Button
Hold down the ZR Button on the Right Joy-Con to bring up the Items menu. Point the controller at the Big Bug Net and let go of the ZR Button to equip it.
Press the ZR Button and Swing
Once you have equipped the Big Bug Net, press the ZR Button to sheathe your sword and use it. Then, swing with your R Stick or your right Joy-Con to catch objects.
How to Use Button and Motion Controls
Catch Bugs
Your Big Bug Net is your primary tool in catching bugs. While having your Big Bug Net equipped, carefully approach bugs and swing the Big Bug Net to catch them. Note that swinging your Big Bug Net will scare off nearby bugs, so handle with care.
You can also track bugs easily by equipping a Bug Medal.
Collect Tumbleweeds and Bird Feathers
Aside from Bugs, you can also collect upgrade materials such as Tumbleweeds and Bird Feathers with Big Bug Net. Tumbleweeds can be found in Lanayru Desert, while Bird Feathers can be found in Faron Woods.
Scoop Fairies
Big Bug Nets are also a way for you to catch Fairies. You need an Empty Bottle to stock it.
Related Guides
| Items and Equipment | |
|---|---|
| Weapons | Equipment |
| Bottle Items | Medals |
| List of Upgrades | |
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How to Get the Big Bug Net: Location and How to Use
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