Glacierfish Jr.★
The young offspring of the Glacierfish. Found in the frozen waters of Cindersap Forest.
Quick answer
Where to catch Glacierfish Jr. in Stardew Valley
Catch Glacierfish Jr. at Forest River during Winter from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM in any weather. It sells for 1000g at normal quality and 2000g when smoked; difficulty 100 makes tackle preparation important.
Forest River
Winter
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM, any weather
1000g base, 2000g iridium
530g Roe -> 1060g Aged Roe
Cork Bobber or Trap Bobber
Sell extras; keep one for collection or Fish Pond use
Is Glacierfish Jr. worth keeping?
Keep Glacierfish Jr. if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Glacierfish Jr. when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Glacierfish Jr. Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 530g Roe, then 1060g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Glacierfish Jr.
Location
- Forest River
Found in the river at Cindersap Forest in winter after catching original Glacierfish. Requires Qi's Extended Family quest.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 100
ExtremeOne of the hardest fish in the game
Mixed Behavior
Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.
Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.
Expert Tips for Glacierfish Jr.
Part of Qi's Extended Family quest. Winter only. Not quite as hard as Legend II but still challenging.
Recommended Tackle
Cork Bobber
Larger fishing bar
Best for: Hard fish like legendaries
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 1000g |
| Silver | 1250g |
| Gold | 1500g |
| Iridium | 2000g |
Smoked Fish Value
The Fish Smoker uses 1 Coal and doubles the fish sell price while preserving quality. Fisher or Angler changes the fish value first; Artisan then increases the smoked product.
| Input Quality | Fish Value | Smoked Value |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 1,000g | 2,000g |
| Silver | 1,250g | 2,500g |
| Gold | 1,500g | 3,000g |
| Iridium | 2,000g | 4,000g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Glacierfish Jr.
- Legendary II fish
- Qi's Extended Family quest
- Trophy fish
Did You Know?
Found in a different location than its parent (forest river vs. Cindersap tip).