Orangespine Unicornfish

Overview

Orangespine Unicornfish is a unique ocean species in Starsand Island, recognizable by its horn-like protrusion on the forehead and vivid orange spines near the tail. Found in the Ocean zones during Autumn and Winter, this fish sells for 98 Coins and is available in all weather conditions. The Orangespine Unicornfish occupies a comfortable middle ground in terms of value, sitting between common catches and the premium-priced Lionfish (176 Coins).

How to Catch

Fish from any coastal shoreline during Autumn or Winter. Orangespine Unicornfish bites between 12:00 PM and 2:00 AM in all weather, so you do not need to wait for specific conditions. Use Veggie Bait or Meat Bait; Bug Bait will not attract this species. Craft bait at the Chopper station. See the Bait Guide for crafting details.

Catch Details

Uses

• Cooking: Process into Fish Fillet at the Separator. Fish Fillet is a versatile base ingredient for cooking recipes.

• Bait Production: Convert into Minced Fish Bait at the Chopper for accessing deep-sea fishing zones.

• Fish Pond: Place in a Fish Pond for breeding and display.

• Gifting: Certain NPCs appreciate fish gifts.

• Islandpedia: First catch contributes to Islandpedia stamp progress.

Tips

• Orangespine Unicornfish shares Autumn/Winter Ocean availability with Butterflyfish. Both spawn in all weather, so a single coastal trip can target both species.

• Its afternoon start time (12 PM) means morning hours are free for other activities. Head to the coast after lunch for best results.

• At 98 Coins base (196 via the Merchant Ship at Starsand Port), it provides decent income during the colder seasons when some higher-value fish are unavailable.

• The horn-like protrusion (called a rostral bump in real-world unicornfish) is a purely visual feature in Starsand Island and does not affect gameplay.

• Check the All Fish guide for the complete list of fish across all zones.