For anglers venturing into the world of Fields of Mistria, a complete catalog of the game's piscine inhabitants has been compiled, detailing their habitats, seasonal availability, and other relevant information. This extensive list serves as a crucial resource for players looking to complete their fishing collections or simply understand the aquatic ecosystem.
The game features a wide array of fish distributed across various environments, including ponds, rivers, oceans, and even specialized locations within mines and ruins. Each fish has specific conditions under which it can be caught, such as the season, weather, and sometimes the presence of specific bait. For instance, the Alligator Gar, a large fish, can be found in the Winter in any pond, provided Amberjack bait is used. Similarly, the Angelfish, a small pond dweller, appears in Spring in any pond.
Players will discover fish unique to distinct areas. The Lava Caves, for example, host species like the Armored Bass and Candleabra Seadragon, both of which can be found at any time of year. The Upper Mines offer a different set of catches, including the Cave Eel and the intriguing Cave Shark. Further depths in the mines, such as the Deep Earth sections, are home to the Earth Eel and the Emerald Horned Charger.
The Ancient Ruins present a particularly rich fishing ground, yielding Giant Jellyfish, Gazer, and Luminescent Crab, among others. Specialized locations like Tide Caverns and The Deep Woods also contain exclusive or hard-to-find species. The coastal areas and open ocean environments are populated by familiar marine life such as Cod, Mackerel, and various types of bass and snapper.
Beyond location and season, certain fish require specific bait types to be lured. While common fish may only need basic bait, rarer catches like the Golden Eel or Silver Squid are dependent on the use of rare or uncommon bait, respectively. Some items, like various shells and seaweeds, are not caught by traditional fishing but are collected through diving in specific areas, such as the beach or ocean floor.