Tiger Trout
A rare hybrid fish with striking patterns. The result of crossbreeding brown and brook trout.
Quick answer
Where to catch Tiger Trout in Stardew Valley
Catch Tiger Trout at River during Fall, Winter from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM in any weather. It sells for 150g at normal quality and 300g when smoked.
River
Fall, Winter
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM, any weather
150g base, 300g iridium
105g Roe -> 210g Aged Roe
Trap Bobber or Cork Bobber
Keep only if needed for bundles, gifts, cooking, or ponds
Is Tiger Trout worth keeping?
Keep Tiger Trout if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Tiger Trout when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Tiger Trout Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 105g Roe, then 210g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Tiger Trout
Location
- River
A rare catch in rivers during fall and winter.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 60
MediumModerate challenge
Dart Behavior
Makes sudden, quick movements in random directions. Most unpredictable behavior.
Tip: Stay centered and use small, quick adjustments. Don't overreact to movements.
Expert Tips for Tiger Trout
The darting behavior can be tricky. Wait for it to slow down before adjusting your bar. More common than you might expect in rivers.
Recommended Tackle
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Cork Bobber
Larger fishing bar
Best for: Hard fish like legendaries
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 150g |
| Silver | 187g |
| Gold | 225g |
| Iridium | 300g |
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 | 150g | 300g |
| Silver | 187g | 374g |
| Gold | 225g | 450g |
| Iridium | 300g | 600g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Tiger Trout
- High-value fish
- Sashimi
- Quality fish pond
Did You Know?
Tiger trout are sterile hybrids, meaning they cannot reproduce. All tiger trout must be deliberately bred.