Simple Animal Crossing Fishing Guide

In this Animal Crossing: New Horizons guide we've collected some of the best ideas, tips and tricks that will help you become better at fishing. We'll explore locations, weather based fishing, and few other tips!

If you're playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons, you already know that fishing is one of the many activities you can enjoy on your island!

In this fishing guide we'll explore different ideas related to fishing in Animal Crossing New Horizons that will help you to dramatically improve your fishing skills.

Not only is fishing a relaxing way to pass the time, but it can also be profitable if you catch the right fish. By learning about fish prices, fish bait, and the fishing tourney, you can maximize your earnings and complete your fish checklist.

In this article, we'll share some helpful fishing tips to improve your catch and help you make the most of your time on the water.

Top 5 Helpful Fishing Tips

Location is Key

Just like in real-life fishing, location is important in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Fish can be found in different areas depending on the time of day, weather, and season. You can use a fishing guide, such as the Critterpedia, to find out which fish can be found in different areas and what time of day they are most active.

Choose the Right Bait

In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, different types of fish are attracted to different types of bait. You can use a fishing rod to catch fish, but you'll need to equip the right bait on your rod for each type of fish. The type of bait you need will be indicated in the Critterpedia or by talking to the characters on your island.

Be Patient

Just like in real life, fishing in Animal Crossing: New Horizons requires patience. You may need to wait for a while before a fish bites. When you see a fish bite your bait, quickly press and hold the "A" button to reel it in. But be careful not to reel it in too quickly or you may lose the fish.

Pay Attention to the Weather

In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the weather can affect the types of fish you can catch. For example, some fish only appear during certain seasons or when it's raining. You can use a fishing guide to find out which fish can be caught in different weather conditions.

Using the Fishing Rod

To use the fishing rod in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, equip it from your inventory and stand near a body of water, such as the ocean or a river. Press and hold the "A" button to cast your line, then wait for a fish to bite. When a fish bites, quickly press and hold the "A" button to reel it in. You can sell your fish to the Nook's Cranny shop or donate them to the museum.

Fishing Tips And Tricks:

Locations

• Fish in different locations to catch different types of fish.
• Fish in rivers to catch a variety of fish, including salmon, char, and sturgeon.
• Fish in the ocean to catch a variety of sea creatures, including squid and octopus.
• Fish at different times of day to catch different types of fish.
• Use fish bait to attract fish to a particular spot for easier catching.

Techniques

• Tap A button lightly instead of holding it to catch difficult to reel fish.
• Use decoy fish to attract other fish to your line by placing it near area you're fishing.
• Use the rock trick: catch fish that are hiding behind rocks by casting your line near the edge of the rock and waiting for them to swim out.
• Use the sea bass trick to catch rarer fish by avoiding the common sea bass.

Tips and Tricks

• Catch rare fish by fishing in tide pools during low tide.
• Catch rare fish by trapping them in a small, enclosed area of water.
• Scare away small fish by walking around the area where you are fishing.
• Use fishing to complete your Critterpedia and expand your encyclopedia.
• Use fishing to earn bells and make money for your island.

Challenges and Achievements

• Complete Critterpedia Fish section to earn Nook Miles and complete your encyclopedia.
• Catch all of the fish in to earn ultimate fishing achievement.
• Catch rare golden trout in to add to your collection.
• Donate fish to the Museum to complete the Fish exhibit.
• Use fishing to complete Nook Miles tasks and earn more rewards.

Items

The Fish Wand is a unique tool that functions as a wand and allows players to quickly switch between eight pre-selected outfits stored in their wardrobe. To obtain the Fish Wand, players must participate in a Fishing Tourney hosted by C.J. However, in Happy Home Paradise, this item cannot be unlocked by villagers or facilities for use in designing.

• Use Fish Wand to change your outfit to a fish-themed one.
• Use Fish Drying Rack to display your fish collection, adding unique touch to your island.
• Use the Fish Cooler to keep your fish fresh and prevent them from spoiling.
• Use fish as bait to attract other fish and improve your chances of catching them.
• Use fish as a gift for villagers to improve your friendship with them and earn rewards.

What To Do With Caught Fish?

If collecting fish isn't your cup of tea and you're in need of some extra cash, selling fish can be a great way to earn Bells. Though the value of each fish may differ, players can use these Bells to buy useful items such as furniture and tools.

You can do any of the following with fish caught in Animal Crossing New Horizons:

• Donate it to the Museum to complete the Fish exhibit.
• Display on a Fish Drying Rack as a decorative item on your island.
• Use as a gift for villagers to improve your friendship with them and earn rewards.
• Use as bait to attract other fish and improve your chances of catching them.
• Use to catch other fish by placing them near the area where you are fishing.
• Use to trade with other players for rare items or resources.
• Sell for Bells to earn money for your island.

Challenges

• Participate in the Fishing Tourney to earn prizes and complete a fun fishing challenge.
• Catch rare golden trout in Animal Crossing New Horizons to add to your collection.
• Catch the legendary fish, the Coelacanth, to complete your fish collection.
• Catch the rare Stringfish and Sturgeon to add to your collection.
• Catch the rare Vampire Squid and Football Fish to add to your collection.

Multiplayer

• Fish with friends to have a fun and social experience.
• Play multiplayer fishing and compete with friends to see who can catch the most fish.
• Compete with other players for the rarest fish and show off your fishing skills.
• Coordinate with other players to catch rare fish more easily and efficiently.
• Use fishing to bond with other players in the game and form new friendships.

Seasonal Fishing And Weather

• Catch specific fish during different weather conditions: snow and rain.
• Use fishing to catch rare deep-sea creatures, like the giant isopod or the spider crab.
• Catch fish that only appear during specific months of the year.
• Catch different types of fish during different times of day.

(Sturgeon appears in the Winter, Blue Marlin in the Summer.)

(Stringfish appears in December, while The Golden Trout in March.)

Activities

Miscellaneous ideas, just for fun.

• Use fishing to take a break from other activities in the game and relax.
• Use fishing to explore the different areas of your island and discover new fishing spots.
• Use fishing to unwind and de-stress after a long day.
• Use fishing to enjoy the beautiful scenery and appreciate the game's aesthetic.
• Use fishing to connect with the natural world and learn more about marine life.