Heartopia Fish Database: Locations, Prices, and Level Requirements

Hana    April 27, 2026    Collection , Fishing , Hobbies    Comment   

Before you begin hunting for the rare fish listed below, make sure you understand the hobby's fundamentals and the various Fishing Skills. The full guide is available at Heartopia Fishing Hobby Guide.

Contents

• 1 Explaining Fish Shadows
• 2 Explaining Timing and Weather
  • 2.1 The Three Weather Conditions
  • 2.2 The Four Time Slots
• 3 The Complete Fish Databaser
  • 3.1 Fishing Level 1
  • 3.2 Fishing Level 2
  • 3.3 Fishing Level 3
  • 3.4 Fishing Level 4
  • 3.5 Fishing Level 5
  • 3.6 Fishing Level 6
  • 3.7 Fishing Level 7
  • 3.8 Fishing Level 8
  • 3.9 Fishing Level 9
  • 3.10 Fishing Level 10
• 4 Seasonal & Limited Events
  • 4.1 Winter Event
  • 4.2 Dreamlight Cinematics
• 5 Ingenious Tools

Note: This guide is manually cross-checked and regularly updated to match the latest Heartopia patch. Unlike misinformation often found on social media and other Heartopia database websites currently on the internet, our database ensures you have the most reliable and up-to-date data available. Last Update: April 27, 2026.

1. Explaining Fish Shadows

Before diving into the data, you must understand the Shadow System. Knowing which shadow to target will save you time and resources:

• Black Shadows
  Common fish available in three distinct sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. These are the most frequent encounters throughout the world.
• Blue Flash Shadows
  Rare finds that require a specific trigger. You must use the Mermaid Fish Attractor item to encounter these shadows.
• Golden Shadows
  High-value and legendary catches. These shadows only appear during specific events, such as the Daily Sea Fishing Event with NPC Bill or Seasonal Events.

Pro Strategy: Every time you attempt to catch a fish regardless of the shadow type you will consume 2 Energy. To ensure a long and productive fishing session, always carry enough food to replenish your energy and a repair kit to keep your gear in top condition.

2. Explaining Timing and Weather

A common mistake among players is relying solely on the weather while ignoring the Spawn Time. To catch specific species, you must synchronize both requirements as shown in your Collection Book.

2.1 The Three Weather Conditions

Heartopia officially recognizes three primary weather conditions for fishing:

•  Sunny
  The most common weather state that frequently appears in the game. This condition is used to catch general fish species that do not require specific weather triggers to spawn.
•  Rainy or Snowy
  In Heartopia, Snow and Rain are treated the same within the game mechanics. This weather triggers the appearance of exclusive fish that only spawn during rainfall. While somewhat rare, this condition typically appears 1 to 3 times a week on an unpredictable schedule.
  
•  Rainbow
  An extremely rare and time-limited weather state. Many anglers seek out exclusive fish that only appear during this window. Additionally, this condition provides a Buff and Flower Bouquet to increase the chances of obtaining high-star catches.

2.2 The Four Time Slots

In your Collection Book, you will see four specific Time Slots. Here is how to read them:

• 00:00 – 06:00 |  Night
• 06:00 – 12:00 |  Dawn
• 12:00 – 18:00 |  Day
• 18:00 – 00:00 |  Dusk

How to Read the Time Slots: It’s simple but crucial, if the time icon is dimmed or darkened, the fish will not appear during that window. If the icon is lit or normal, that is your cue to start fishing!

3. The Complete Fish Database

3.1 Fishing Level 1: 20 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	European Perch	All Day	All Weather	River	Medium	75	112	150	300	600
	Common Chub	All Day	All Weather	Lake	Medium	75	112	150	300	600
	Spined Loach	All Day	All Weather	Giantwood River	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Barbel	All Day	All Weather	Shallow River	Medium	75	112	150	300	600
	Streber	All Day	All Weather	Rosy River	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Minnow	All Day	All Weather	Tranquil River	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Tench	All Day	All Weather	Forest Lake	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Common Whitefish	All Day	All Weather	Onsen Mountain Lake	Medium	105	157	210	420	840
	Crucian Carp	All Day	All Weather	Suburban Lake	Medium	75	112	150	300	600
	Common Bleak	All Day	All Weather	Lake	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Schneider	All Day	All Weather	Suburban Lake	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Oriental Shrimp	All Day	All Weather	River	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Sardine	All Day	All Weather	Ocean	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Sea Bass	All Day	All Weather	Ocean	Medium	75	112	150	300	600
	Skipjack Tuna	All Day	All Weather	Ocean	Large	210	315	420	840	1680
	Beltfish	All Day	All Weather	Zephyr Sea	Large	105	157	210	420	840
	Common Prawn	All Day	All Weather	East Sea	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Scad	All Day	All Weather	Whale Sea	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Sea Stickleback	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea	Small	50	75	100	200	400
	Striped Red Mullet	All Day	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	320	480	640	1280	2560

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3.2 Fishing Level 2: 7 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Stone Loach	All Day	All Weather	Suburban Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Mud Sunfish	06 - 24	All Weather	Forest Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	European Smelt	All Day	All Weather	Meadow Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Ruffe	12 - 24	All Weather	Onsen Mountain Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	False Scad	All Day	All Weather	Zephyr Sea	Medium	155	232	310	620	1240
	Seahorse	00 - 18	All Weather	Whale Sea	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Anglerfish	All Day	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	320	480	640	1280	2560

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3.3 Fishing Level 3: 9 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Mussel	All Day	Rainy Rainbow	Suburban Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Zander	All Day	Sunny Rainbow	Giantwood River	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Tadpole	All Day	Rainy Rainbow	Onsen Mountain Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	European Crayfish	00 - 12 18 - 24	All Weather	Forest Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Common Octopus	All Day	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	320	480	640	1280	2560
	Atlantic Salmon	00 - 06 12 - 24	All Weather	Whale Sea	Medium	155	232	310	620	1240
	Atlantic Pygmy Octopus	All Day	All Weather	Zephyr Sea	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Hermit Crab	All Day	All Weather	East Sea	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Clownfish	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea	Small	100	150	200	400	800

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3.4 Fishing Level 4: 12 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Edible Frog	All Day	All Weather	Lake	Blue Flash	320	480	640	1280	2560
	Tilapia	All Day	All Weather	River	Blue Flash	320	480	640	1280	2560
	Rabbit Fish	All Day	All Weather	Ocean	Blue Flash	320	480	640	1280	2560
	Largemouth Bass	All Day	Sunny Rainbow	Forest Lake	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Common Carp	12 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Rosy River	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Burbot	12 - 24	All Weather	Tranquil River	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Goby	06 - 18	All Weather	East Sea	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	River Crab	All Day	All Weather	Suburban Lake	Small	100	150	200	400	800
	Turbot	All Day	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	320	480	640	1280	2560
	European Plaice	00 - 06 18 - 24	All Weather	Old Sea	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Red-Bellied Piranha	All Day	All Weather	Giantwood River	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Butterfly Koi	All Day	Rainy Rainbow	Meadow Lake	Large	320	480	640	1280	2560

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Note:

• Triggering Blue Flash Shadows
  The Mermaid Fish Attractor is officially unlocked at Fishing Level 4. You must use this tool to trigger the Blue Flash Shadows required for catching Edible Frog, Tilapia, and Rabbit Fish.
• Level Requirements
  These fish can be caught even if your fishing level is below Level 4. However, they will not be recorded in your Collection Book until you officially reach Fishing Level 4.

3.5 Fishing Level 5: 6 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Freshwater Blenny	All Day	All Weather	Rosy River	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Trout	00 - 06 18 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Meadow Lake	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Common Rudd	All Day	All Weather	Suburban Lake	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Atlantic Mackerel	12 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Whale Sea	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	European Lobster	00 - 06 18 - 24	All Weather	Zephyr Sea	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	European Flying Squid	All Day	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	320	480	640	1280	2560

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3.6 Fishing Level 6: 6 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Chum Salmon	All Day	Rainbow	Tranquil River	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Grayling	All Day	All Weather	Suburban Lake	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Large Pearl Mussel	All Day	Rainbow	Forest Lake	Medium	380	570	760	1520	3040
	Puffer Fish	12 - 24	All Weather	Old Sea	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Tub Gurnard	All Day	Rainbow	East Sea	Medium	380	570	760	1520	3040
	Nursehound	All Day	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	535	802	1070	2140	4280

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3.7 Fishing Level 7: 6 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Three-Spined Stickleback	All Day	Rainy Rainbow	Shallow River	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Mediterranean Killifish	00 - 06 12 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Suburban Lake	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Mottled Sculpin	06 - 24	Rainy Rainbow	Onsen Mountain Lake	Small	150	225	300	600	1200
	Blackspot Seabream	00 - 06 18 - 24	Rainy Rainbow	Zephyr Sea	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	European Eel	06 - 24	Rainbow	Old Sea	Medium	380	570	760	1520	3040
	Giant Oarfish	06 - 18	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	535	802	1070	2140	4280

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3.8 Fishing Level 8: 6 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Goldfish	06 - 24	Rainy Rainbow	Meadow Lake	Small	250	375	500	1000	2000
	European Mudminnow	00 - 12	Sunny Rainbow	Suburban Lake	Small	250	375	500	1000	2000
	Blue European Crayfish	00 - 06 18 - 24	All Weather	Forest Lake	Small	250	375	500	1000	2000
	King Crab	06 - 24	Rainbow	Whale Sea	Large	535	802	1070	2140	4280
	Haddock	00 - 06 12 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	East Sea	Medium	230	345	460	920	1840
	Golden King Crab	All Day	Rainbow	Sea Fishing	Golden	850	1275	1700	3400	6800

3.9 Fishing Level 9: 6 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Huchen	00 - 06 12 - 24	Rainbow	Giantwood River	Medium	380	570	760	1520	3040
	Northern Pike	00 - 06 18 - 24	Rainy Rainbow	Suburban Lake	Medium	610	915	1220	2440	4880
	Pumpkinseed	06 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Onsen Mountain Lake	Small	250	375	500	1000	2000
	Ocean Sunfish	00 - 12	All Weather	East Sea	Large	850	1275	1700	3400	6800
	Bluefin Tuna	06 - 18	Rainbow	Zephyr Sea	Large	850	1275	1700	3400	6800
	Moonfish	00 - 06 18 - 24	All Weather	Sea Fishing	Golden	850	1275	1700	3400	6800

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3.10 Fishing Level 10: 6 Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1	⭐2	⭐3	⭐4	⭐5
	Wels Catfish	00 - 06 18 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Meadow Lake	Medium	610	915	1220	2440	4880
	Arctic Char	12 - 24	Rainy Rainbow	Forest Lake	Medium	610	915	1220	2440	4880
	Bluegill	00 - 06 18 - 24	Sunny Rainbow	Onsen Mountain Lake	Small	395	592	790	1580	3160
	Smooth Hammerhead	00 - 06 18 - 24	Rainbow	Old Sea	Large	850	1275	1700	3400	6800
	Swordfish	06 - 18	Rainbow	Whale Sea	Large	850	1275	1700	3400	6800
	Shortfin Mako Shark	06 - 18	Rainbow	Sea Fishing	Golden	850	1275	1700	3400	6800

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4. Seasonal & Limited Events

Stay updated with seasonal and limited-time fishing events. This section provides details on current event durations, and the specific fish required to complete your limited-edition collection, including their selling prices for each star rating.

4.1 Winter Event: 5 Limited Fishes Unlocked

These exclusive fish only appear during the Winter season. Be sure to prioritize these during the event period to complete your collection before they disappear! (Jan 24 – Mar 14, 2026)

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1 (/)	⭐2 (/)	⭐3 (/)	⭐4 (/)	⭐5 (/)
	Frostspore Seahorse	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea (Event)	Small	50 / 100	75 / 150	100 / 300	200 / 400	400 / 800
	Frostspore Puffer Fish	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea (Event)	Medium	80 / 155	120 / 120	160 / 310	320 / 620	640 / 1240
	Frostspore Ocean Sunfish	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea (Event)	Large	110 / 215	165 / 322	220 / 440	440 / 860	880 / 1720
	Frostspore King Crab	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea (Event)	Large	110 / 215	165 / 322	220 / 440	440 / 860	880 / 1720
	Frostspore Whale Shark	All Day	All Weather	Old Sea (Event)	Large	160 / 320	240 / 480	320 / 640	640 / 1280	1280 / 2560

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Note: Frostspore Whale Shark is an exclusive species. It only spawns during the Extra Phase and will not appear under normal conditions.

 

4.2 Dreamlight Cinematics: 5 Limited Fishes Unlocked

Preview	Name	Time	Weather	Location	Shadow	⭐1 (/)	⭐2 (/)	⭐3 (/)	⭐4 (/)	⭐5 (/)
	Director Pygmy Octopus w/ Navy Hat	All Day	All Weather	Whale Sea (Event)	Small	20 / 100	30 / 150	40 / 200	80 / 400	160 / 800
	Director Pygmy Octopus w/ Brown Hat	All Day	All Weather	Whale Sea (Event)	Small	20 / 100	30 / 150	40 / 200	80 / 400	160 / 800
	Director Pygmy Octopus w/ Cyan Hat	All Day	All Weather	Whale Sea (Event)	Small	20 / 100	30 / 150	40 / 200	80 / 400	160 / 800
	Director Common Octopus w/ Cinnamon Hat	All Day	All Weather	Whale Sea (Event)	Large	35 / 215	52 / 322	70 / 430	140 / 860	280 / 1720
	Director Common Octopus w/ Patterned Hat	All Day	All Weather	Whale Sea (Event)	Large	50 / 320	75 / 480	100 / 640	200 / 1280	400 / 2560

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5. Ingenious Tools

To maximize efficiency, certain items are required to speed up leveling and streamline the process of finding specific fish. These items provide a significant advantage in reducing search time.

Req Lv	Icon	Item Name	Cost	Weekly Limit	Effect	Obtain
Quest		Bait	200	50	Can be thrown into the water to attract fish	NPC Vanya
Lv 4		Mermaid Fish Attractor	1  / 2000	100 / 10	Use to attract fish to the area for 1 min (up to 3 fish at a time).	NPC Vanya
Lv 6		Mermaid Perfume	2  / 4000	100 / 10	After use, catch the fish directly without Playing Fish.	NPC Vanya

Important Strategy: These items have a Weekly Purchase Limit. We strongly recommend buying them every week, even if you feel you don't need them right now. Start stocking up immediately. Trust us when you begin the grind for higher levels, you will be glad you had these ready in your inventory.