Overview
Leaffish is a camouflaged freshwater species found in the River zones of Starsand Island. True to its name, the Leaffish resembles a dead leaf drifting in the current, using its flat body shape and mottled coloring to blend in with debris on the riverbed. It appears exclusively during Autumn and Winter, making it a seasonal catch that players need to plan for. At 121 Coins per catch, Leaffish is one of the more valuable river species and a worthwhile target for anglers looking to earn steady income during the colder months.
How to Catch
Head to any River fishing spot during Autumn or Winter. Leaffish bite between 12:00 PM and 2:00 AM in any weather condition, so you do not need to wait for specific weather. Equip your Fishing Rod and toss Veggie Bait or Meat Bait into the water before casting. Both bait types are equally effective.
Craft bait at the Chopper station using raw vegetables or meat. Refer to the Bait Guide for a full breakdown of bait crafting materials and which fish respond to each type.
Catch Details
Property | Details |
|---|---|
Zone | |
Season | Autumn, Winter |
Weather | All |
Time | 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
Bait | Veggie Bait, Meat Bait |
Sell Price | 121 Coins |
Merchant Ship Price | 242 Coins (2x bonus) |
Uses
Cooking: Process Leaffish into Fish Fillet at the Separator for use in fish-based cooking recipes. Dishes like Grilled Fish and Sauerkraut Fish sell for more than raw fish.
Bait Production: Convert Leaffish into Minced Fish Bait at the Chopper for catching fish in deep-sea fishing zones.
Fish Pond: Place Leaffish in a Fish Pond for breeding. Provide Fish Feed and wait for egg production.
Gifting: Certain NPCs appreciate fish as gifts.
Islandpedia: First catch contributes to your Islandpedia stamp progress.
Tips
Leaffish is one of the higher-value river fish at 121 Coins. Selling through the Merchant Ship at Starsand Port bumps that to 242 Coins each.
It spawns in all weather, so you can fish for it reliably any day during Autumn or Winter without waiting for specific conditions.
The Leaffish's time window (12:00 PM to 2:00 AM) overlaps with Magnificent Killifish in the same zone, so a River trip can net both species.
Stock up on Leaffish during Autumn and Winter; once Spring arrives, they vanish until next Autumn.
Check the All Fish guide for the complete list of fish across all zones.