Overview
Ide is a freshwater fish species found in the lake zones of Starsand Island. It is a solid mid-tier catch at 101g per fish, sharing its price point with the Koi, Betta, Arowana, and Tilapia. What makes the Ide particularly convenient is its flexibility: it appears in two seasons (spring and winter), bites in any weather, is active nearly around the clock (06:00 to 02:00), and accepts all three bait types.
Lake fishing spots can be found across the island, including Cloudrest Lake near Hopeland. The Ide is a reliable catch for players looking to fill their Islandpedia without fighting strict weather or time conditions.
Catch Details
Property | Value |
|---|---|
Zone | Lake |
Sell Price | 101g |
Season | Spring, Winter |
Weather | Any |
Time | 06:00 - 02:00 |
Bait | |
Oxygen Requirement | 3 |
How to Catch
Ide is one of the most forgiving fish to catch in the game. It shows up during spring and winter regardless of weather, stays active for 20 hours (06:00 to 02:00 the next day), and responds to all three bait types: Bug Bait, Meat Bait, and Veggie Bait. Simply head to any lake fishing spot, toss in whatever bait you have on hand, and start casting.
The Ide does not put up a particularly hard fight, making it manageable even with the Wooden Rod. Reel when the indicator is white and release when it turns red. With its wide availability and gentle temperament, the Ide is a great species for newer anglers still learning the fishing mechanics.
Selling and Profit
At 101g per fish, Ide offers a respectable but not outstanding return for a lake catch. The Merchant Ship at Starsand Port pays 202g per Ide. For better returns, process Ide into Fish Fillet at the Separator and cook dishes. The ease of catching Ide in bulk makes it a reliable source of Fish Fillet for recipe crafting.
Recipes Using Fish Fillet
Ide can be turned into Fish Fillet at the Separator. Fish Fillet is used in these cooking recipes:
Grilled Fish (3x Fish Fillet)
Steamed Fish (4x Fish Fillet, 2x Leek)
Braised Fish (6x Fish Fillet, 2x Leek, 2x Sugar, 1x Fine Salt)
Sashimi (3x Fish Fillet, 2x Rice)
Pan Fried Dilis (3x Fish Fillet, 2x Cooking Oil)
Fish Head Tofu Soup (4x Fish Fillet, 2x Tofu)
Shrimp and Fish Porridge (2x Fish Fillet, 1x Greasyback Shrimp, 2x Rice)
Fish Pond Breeding
Ide has an oxygen requirement of 3, which is a moderate cost. The Small and Stone Fish Ponds (12 oxygen) can hold 4 Ide, while the Medium Fish Pond (40 oxygen) accommodates up to 13. This moderate oxygen cost combined with the fish's reliable availability makes Ide a practical choice for fish pond breeding. Stock the pond with Fish Feed from the Chopper II to generate eggs overnight.
Comparison with Similar Lake Fish
Several lake fish share Ide's spring/winter availability with any-weather conditions:
Fish | Price | Bait | Time | Oxygen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ide | 101g | All | 06:00-02:00 | 3 |
140g | Veggie, Meat | 06:00-20:00 | 3 | |
65g | Bug, Veggie | 08:00-24:00 | 1 |
Islandpedia
Registering Ide in the Islandpedia counts toward the Fish stamp collection. Because of its generous availability, it is typically one of the first lake fish players check off.
Tips
Ide accepts all three bait types, so use it to clear out excess bait inventory. Toss in whatever you have the most of.
The 06:00 to 02:00 time window means Ide is almost always available. Only the hours between 02:00 and 06:00 are dead time.
Use Ide as a Fish Fillet farming fish. Its easy availability and mid-range price make it ideal for bulk processing.
If you are hunting rarer lake fish like Mud Carp or Baikal Sculpin, Ide will often appear alongside them as a bonus catch.
At 3 oxygen per fish, Ide is a balanced pond choice. It costs less than 5-oxygen species but still breeds reliably.