Super Cucumber
A rare, purple variety of sea cucumber. Its unusual coloration makes it highly sought after by collectors.
Quick answer
Where to catch Super Cucumber in Stardew Valley
Catch Super Cucumber at Ocean or Ginger Island during Summer, Fall from 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM in any weather. It sells for 250g at normal quality and 500g when smoked; difficulty 80 makes tackle preparation important.
Ocean or Ginger Island
Summer, Fall
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM, any weather
250g base, 500g iridium
155g Roe -> 310g Aged Roe
Cork Bobber or Trap Bobber
Keep one for Wizard, Lucky Lunch, or a utility Fish Pond
Is Super Cucumber worth keeping?
Keep at least one Super Cucumber if you want a loved Wizard gift, a Lucky Lunch ingredient, purple dye, or a Fish Pond that can eventually produce useful rare drops.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extras when you need cash. Its 250g base price is strong, but it should not take Keg or Jar priority over premium crops.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Super Cucumber pond is more of a utility pond than a pure gold engine: Roe is decent, and the special drops are the real reason to consider it. Formula value: 155g Roe, then 310g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Super Cucumber
Location
- Ocean
- Ginger Island
Found in the ocean during evening hours in summer and fall.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 80
HardChallenging catch requiring skill
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 Super Cucumber
Only appears in the evening/night. A good target for night fishing sessions during summer and fall.
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 | 250g |
| Silver | 312g |
| Gold | 375g |
| Iridium | 500g |
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 | 250g | 500g |
| Silver | 312g | 624g |
| Gold | 375g | 750g |
| Iridium | 500g | 1,000g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Super Cucumber
- Lucky Lunch ingredient
- Loved gift for Wizard
- Purple dye
Did You Know?
Despite its name, sea cucumbers are actually animals, not vegetables. They're echinoderms related to starfish.