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There are dozens of fish to catch inStardew Valley, and as the year goes on, gamers will see that as the seasons change, so do the fish in the sea - and other bodies of water, for that matter. TheSunfishis one of the many fish that appear inStardew Valley.Even though it doesn’t sell for much, it is used to complete a Community Center bundle and can be a great way to earn some income during players' first year.
Regardless of players' reasons to want to catch a Sunfish inStardew Valley, this guide has got them covered. Here, gamers will learn the most important information to get a Sunfish while fishing inStardew Valley.
How to Get a Sunfish in Stardew Valley
Players will be able to catch a Sunfish as soon as they get the Fishing Pole inStardew Valley, as it’s available right in the Spring. Without Magic Bait,gamers can catch Sunfish inStardew Valleyby fishing in the river on windy or sunny days during the Spring and Summer between 6 AM and 7 PM. Alternatively, Sunfish is also a catch at Riverlands Farm, Forest Farm, and Hill-top Farm.
Sunfish tend to be a relatively easy catch when fishing by the river. However, they have a temper that may vary. Nevertheless, here’s what gamers can expect when a Sunfish bites the end of their pole.
However, fishing isn’t the only way to get Sunfish inStardew Valley.Players can visit the Traveling Cart on Fridays and Sundays, check trash cans, especially during lucky days, or receive it from a pet cat with maximum friendship.
What to Do With the Sunfish in Stardew Valley
Should You Sell the Sunfish in Stardew Valley?
The Sunfish is required to complete the River Fish Bundle in the Community Center’s Fish Tank. So, gamers should always make sure that they save a Sunfish for the room unless they’re playing the JojaMart route.
When it comes to gifting, villagers either hate it, dislike it, or feel neutral towards it, so it’s a waste to give it to someone. However, it may be useful for cooking, as Sunfish can be used tomake Baked Fish inStardew Valley, which is a recipe taught on Summer 7 during The Queen of Sauce programme. It restores 33 Health and 75 Energy.
In terms of selling it, it depends on the fish’s quality, players' professions, and whether players choose to process it or not. The Sunfish’s base price is 30g. However, it can be sold for up to 60g if it’s Iridium quality, and if players get the Angler profession at Fishing Level 10, each Sunfish will be worth 90g. Alternatively, gamers can turn Sunfish into roe and age it until it’s worth 146g.
