Overview
Butterflyfish is a colorful tropical fish found in the Ocean zones of Starsand Island. Despite being a tropical species in appearance, Butterflyfish appears along the island's coastline exclusively during Autumn and Winter. At 121 Coins, it is one of the higher-value ocean catches and a rewarding target for players who fish the coast during the colder months.
How to Catch
Head to any coastal shoreline during Autumn or Winter. Butterflyfish bite from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM in all weather conditions, making it accessible in both sunshine and rain. You need either Bug Bait or Veggie Bait; Meat Bait does not attract this species. Craft your bait at the Chopper station. Refer to the Bait Guide for crafting recipes and ingredient sourcing.
Catch Details
Property | Details |
|---|---|
Zone | |
Season | Autumn, Winter |
Weather | All |
Time | 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Bait | Bug Bait, Veggie Bait |
Sell Price | 121 Coins |
Merchant Ship Price | 242 Coins (2x bonus) |
Uses
Cooking: Process Butterflyfish into Fish Fillet at the Separator. Use the fillet in fish-based cooking recipes for higher resale value than selling raw.
Bait Production: Convert into Minced Fish Bait at the Chopper for catching species in deep-sea fishing zones.
Fish Pond: Place Butterflyfish in a Fish Pond for breeding and display.
Gifting: Certain NPCs enjoy receiving fish as gifts.
Islandpedia: First catch registers in your Islandpedia stamp progress.
Tips
Butterflyfish and Orangespine Unicornfish share the same Autumn/Winter season in the Ocean zone. Fish for both on the same coastal trip.
At 121 Coins base (242 through the Merchant Ship), Butterflyfish matches Leaffish and Blue Tang in value, making it a top earner during Autumn and Winter.
Its all-weather availability means you can fish for it every day during its active seasons without waiting for specific conditions.
The 6 AM to 8 PM window covers most of the day. Start fishing early morning for maximum output.
Check the All Fish guide for the complete list of fish across all zones.