Hidden in the secluded corners of Stardew Valley are seven mysterious fish that even veteran players struggle to catch: the Goby hides beneath the waterfall on the south side of Cindersap Forest; the Stonefish and Ice Pip dwell in the freezing waters of floors 20 and 60 of The Mines, respectively; and the Lava Eel, which gives countless anglers headaches, spawns only in the lava pools on floor 100 of The Mines or the volcano caldera on Ginger Island.
Beyond these, the Woodskip in the Secret Woods pond, the Slimejack that requires you to fish while fighting monsters in the Mutant Bug Lair, and the Void Salmon with its eerie glow in the Witch's Swamp—each has extraordinarily stringent spawning conditions. This guide will take you through every hidden corner of Stardew Valley, unlocking the precise fishing spots for each of these seven rarest special fish.
Stonefish
Location：can be caught in The Mines on the 20th floor during all seasons. The only other fish that can be caught on the 20th floor of the mines is the Ghostfish.Stonefish can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 5 days.
Ice Pip
Location：can be caught in the Mines on the 60th floor during all seasons. The only other fish that can be caught there is the Ghostfish.Ice Pips can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 5 days.
Lava Eel
The Lava Eel is a fish that can be caught during all times and seasons in the Mines on the 100th floor and at the Volcano Caldera. It is the only fish that can spawn in lava.Lava Eels can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 5 days.
Woodskip
The Woodskip is a fish that can be caught in the pond in the Secret Woods during any season. It is most prevalent there on non-rainy days, with each cast having a 15% to 27% chance to hook a Woodskip depending on fishing skill. The Woodskip is more likely to be caught when casting at least 3 tiles from shore.
Slimejack
The Slimejack is a fish that can be caught in the Mutant Bug Lair during all seasons.Slimejacks can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 3 days.
Void Salmon
The Void Salmon is a fish that can be caught in the Witch's Swamp during all seasons.Void Salmon can be placed in a Fish Pond, where they will reproduce every 4 days.
Goby
The Goby is a fish that can be caught at the bottom of the waterfalls in southern Cindersap Forest during any season. The waterfalls are located just east of the Abandoned House.When fishing in the right area without using the Training Rod, there is a 15% chance to hook a Goby.
Conclusion
From the Secret Woods pond to the Mines' lava pools, the Witch's Swamp, and the Mutant Bug Lair — the habitats of these seven special fish cover Stardew Valley's toughest fishing spots. Unlike Legendary Fish, these aren't marked by quests. Each catch means you've explored hidden corners and mastered timing, weather, season, and luck.
You might spend days chasing a Lava Eel. The Stonefish and Ice Pip will snap your line more than once. But that's why the bend of your rod feels so rewarding. These seven fish are proof of your steps across the valley. May this guide help you reel in all seven gifts from the deep. Happy fishing, and may your inventory be full!
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