100 Fishing Tips And Tricks

So you think you know everything about fishing in Animal Crossing: New Horizons? We're sure that you're missing something. Just look at this list of 100 tips and tricks for becoming a better fisherman in Animal Crossing. Learn how to fish like a professional fisherman!

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• Fish can be found in any body of water, including small ponds and streams.
• Different types of fish can be caught during different seasons and times of day.
• Cast your line near the shadows of fish in the water to increase your chances of catching one.
• Use fish bait to attract fish to a particular spot.
• Listen for the "ploop" sound when a fish bites, especially if you're wearing headphones.
• Hold down the "A" button to reel in a fish faster.
• Release the "A" button if the fish is pulling too hard to avoid losing it.
• Craft a better fishing rod to catch larger and rarer fish.
• Use a flimsy fishing rod to catch smaller, more common fish.
• Use a fishing rod during rainy weather to catch rare fish.
• Certain fish are worth more during certain months of the year.
• Some fish are only available during specific weather conditions, like snow or rain.
• Use the fishing rod to catch deep-sea creatures by looking for bubbles in the water.
• Certain fish can only be caught in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere.
• The time of day affects which fish you can catch.
• Some fish can only be caught on the first and last day of a month.
• Use the "sea bass" trick to catch rarer fish by avoiding the common sea bass.
• Avoid fishing in rivers where fish shadows move too quickly, as they are difficult to catch.
• Use the "pondskater" trick to catch fish more quickly by walking on water with a pondskater bug.
• Approach a fish slowly to avoid scaring it away.
• Use the fishing rod to "fish up" lost items, like furniture and clothing, from the water.
• Fish can be sold for a high price, especially rarer ones.
• Fish can be donated to the museum to complete your collection.
• Some fish only appear when it's raining or snowing.
• Fishing tournaments happen every third Saturday of the month.
• Certain fish can only be caught during specific times of the day, like in the early morning or late at night.
• Some fish can be caught more easily on the dock of a river or pond.
• Use a wetsuit to catch sea creatures while swimming in the ocean.
• Use fish as bait to catch other fish.
• The time of day affects which fish you can catch.
• Some fish can only be caught during specific months of the year, like in the summer or winter.
• Use fish as a gift for villagers to improve your friendship with them.
• Certain fish only appear on certain days of the week.
• The fishing rod can be used to find messages in bottles washed up on the shore.
• Use fish as ingredients to cook recipes in the game.
• The fishing rod can be used to catch trash items, like boots and cans.
• Catching fish can earn you Nook Miles.
• Some fish are only available on certain islands during multiplayer sessions.
• Use the fishing rod to catch seasonal fish during events like the Fishing Tourney.
• Some fish can only be caught in specific locations, like the pier.
• Use the "holding pond" trick to catch rare fish by trapping them in a small, enclosed area of water.
• Use fish to decorate your island, like a fish market or aquarium.
• Use the "nibbling" trick to catch fish that are more difficult to reel in by tapping the "A" button lightly instead of holding it
• The size of the fish shadow can indicate the size of the fish.
• Use the "snapping" trick to catch snapping turtles in the river by placing a piece of bait on the end of your fishing rod and waiting for them to bite.
• Catching all of the fish in the game can earn you a Golden Fishing Rod.
• Certain fish can only be caught in certain areas, like the rare Arapaima in the river.
• Some fish can only be caught in certain weather conditions, like the Stringfish during snowstorms.
• Some fish can only be caught at certain times of the day, like the Sturgeon during the early morning or late at night.
• Use the "butterfly" trick to catch river fish by looking for the shadows of butterflies that hover over the water.
• Use the "rock trick" to 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 "rare island" trick to catch rare fish by visiting Mystery Islands with unique fishing environments, like the Bamboo Island.
• Use the fishing rod to catch special event fish during limited-time events, like the Cherry Salmon during the Cherry Blossom Festival.
• Use the "balloon" trick to catch fish that are flying through the air by shooting them down with your slingshot.
• Use the fishing rod to catch trash items, like tires and boots, that are polluting the water.
• Use the "fish stacking" trick to catch multiple fish in a row by quickly re-casting your line after catching one fish.
• Certain fish can only be caught using specific bait, like the Golden Trout with a Fly.
• Use the "rainbow" trick to catch rainbow fish by looking for the rainbow-colored fish shadows in the water.
• Use the "fish counter" trick to keep track of how many fish you've caught and how many are left to complete your collection.
• Use the "fish-on-fish" trick to catch larger fish by catching a smaller fish first, then using it as bait to attract a bigger fish.
• Use the "snapping" trick to catch snapping turtles in the river by placing a piece of bait on the end of your fishing rod and waiting for them to bite.
• Certain fish can only be caught during specific months and times of day, like the Salmon during September.
• The Golden Fishing Rod is unbreakable and has a higher catch rate than other fishing rods.
• Use the "dragging" trick to catch fish that are swimming away from you by moving your fishing rod in the opposite direction of the fish.
• The fish you catch can be used to create fish-themed furniture for your house.
• Use the fishing rod to catch rare fish that only appear during certain events, like the New Year's Eve Countdown.
• Certain fish can only be caught while it's raining or during a thunderstorm.
• The fishing rod can be used to catch fish that are hiding in the shadows of rocks or trees on the beach.
• Use the fishing rod to catch deep-sea creatures like the Giant Isopod and Vampire Squid.
• Some fish can only be caught while standing on a certain type of terrain, like the Koi Fish on a Zen Bridge.
• Use the "spin casting" trick to cast your line further by moving the joystick in a circular motion before casting.
• Certain fish can only be caught while standing on a specific piece of furniture, like the Stringfish on an elevated platform.
• Use the "fishing line" trick to determine the direction a fish is moving by following the direction of the line.
• Use the "snail" trick to catch rare fish by placing a snail on the end of your fishing rod as bait.
• Certain fish can only be caught while wearing a specific outfit, like the Pike in the Fishing Vest.
• The fishing rod can be used to catch fish that are jumping out of the water in the river or ocean.
• Some fish can only be caught while fishing from a specific angle, like the Coelacanth while facing north.
• Use the fishing rod to catch fish that are swimming close to the surface of the water, like the Sea Butterfly.
• Some fish can only be caught in certain areas of the river or ocean, like the Tuna in the pier or the Mahi-Mahi in the sea.
• Use the "fishy island" trick to catch rare fish by visiting Mystery Islands with fish-themed layouts.
• Certain fish can only be caught at certain elevations, like the Stringfish in a high-altitude river.
• The size and shape of the fish shadow can indicate what type of fish it is.
• Use the "bowl" trick to catch fish that are swimming in a small, enclosed area by placing bait in a bowl and dropping it into the water.
• Some fish can only be caught while fishing in a certain body of water, like the Golden Trout in a mountain river.
• Use the "sparkling water" trick to catch rare fish by looking for the areas of the water that sparkle with light.
• Certain fish can only be caught while standing on a specific island, like the Napoleonfish on the Bamboo Island.
• The fishing rod can be used to catch fish that are swimming close to the shore of the river or ocean.
• Use the "overcasting" trick to cast your line over a fish that's swimming towards you, then quickly reel it in to catch the fish.
• Some fish can only be caught while using a specific color of lure, like the Char with a black lure.
• Use the fishing rod to catch jellyfish, starfish, and other sea creatures while swimming in the ocean.
• Certain fish can only be caught while using a specific type of bait, like the Pond Smelt with a fish bait.
• Use the "planning" trick to determine where to stand and cast your line based on where the fish are swimming.
• Some fish can only be caught while using a specific type of fishing rod, like the Golden Trout with a Flimsy Fishing Rod.
• Use the "rod angle" trick to catch fish that are swimming at a certain angle by positioning your fishing rod at the correct angle.
• Certain fish can only be caught while using a specific type of fishing line, like the Blue Marlin with a thick fishing line.
• Use the "casting angle" trick to catch fish that are swimming in a certain direction by casting your line at the correct angle.
• Some fish can only be caught while standing on a specific type of terrain, like the Arapaima on a cliff top river.
• Use the "standby" trick to catch fish that are swimming in a specific area by standing still and waiting for them to swim by.
• Certain fish can only be caught while using a specific type of fishing rod, like the Stringfish with a Golden Fishing Rod.
• Use the "patience" trick to catch rare fish by waiting quietly for them to bite, even if it takes a long time.