Glacierfish★
Builds its nest on the underside of glaciers. Adapted to survive in freezing temperatures that would kill most fish.
Quick answer
Where to catch Glacierfish in Stardew Valley
Catch Glacierfish at Cindersap Forest (South Tip) 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.
Cindersap Forest (South Tip)
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
Price decision
Sell, smoke, or use a Fish Pond?
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Sell directly
1000g
Normal quality
Smoke once
2000g
+1000g before Coal and machine time
One pond product
530g Roe → 1060g
Aged Roe; not daily profit
Is Glacierfish worth keeping?
Keep Glacierfish if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Glacierfish when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
530g Roe can become 1060g Aged Roe. Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls. Formula value: 530g Roe, then 1060g Aged Roe.
Fish Pond output depends on pond population and random daily production rolls. The exact max-population output table and first capacity quest are shown below.
Verified 1.6.15 pond rules
Glacierfish Fish Pond output
Final daily chances at population 1; each value already includes the pond's 50% base output check and ordered item rolls.
Any item per day
45%
Maximum population
1
Population growth
No reproduction
| Possible item | Quantity | Overall daily chance |
|---|---|---|
| Roe | 1-4 minimum | 45% |
Where & When to Find Glacierfish
Location
- Cindersap Forest (South Tip)
Caught from the southern point of Cindersap Forest during winter. Requires Fishing Level 6.
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
Fish from the arrow-shaped point in south Cindersap Forest. This is the second-hardest legendary fish. Cork Bobber is almost mandatory.
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
- Legendary trophy fish
- High-value sale
Did You Know?
The Glacierfish is based on the concept of fish adapted to polar environments like Antarctic icefish.