Tuna
A large, fast-swimming fish. Tuna are powerful swimmers capable of crossing entire oceans.
Quick answer
Where to catch Tuna in Stardew Valley
Catch Tuna at Ocean or Ginger Island during Summer, Winter from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM in any weather. It sells for 100g at normal quality and 200g when smoked; difficulty 70 makes tackle preparation important.
Ocean or Ginger Island
Summer, Winter
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM, any weather
100g base, 200g iridium
80g Roe -> 160g Aged Roe
Trap Bobber or Barbed Hook
Keep only if needed for bundles, gifts, cooking, or ponds
Is Tuna worth keeping?
Keep Tuna if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Tuna when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Tuna Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 80g Roe, then 160g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Tuna
Location
- Ocean
- Ginger Island
Found in the ocean during summer and winter. Active most of the day.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 70
HardChallenging catch requiring skill
Smooth Behavior
Gradual, predictable movements. The fish moves steadily in one direction before changing.
Tip: Follow the fish smoothly. Anticipate direction changes and move gradually.
Expert Tips for Tuna
Smooth behavior makes this fish predictable. Good for intermediate anglers looking to practice.
Recommended Tackle
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Barbed Hook
Clinging to fish
Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 100g |
| Silver | 125g |
| Gold | 150g |
| Iridium | 200g |
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 | 100g | 200g |
| Silver | 125g | 250g |
| Gold | 150g | 300g |
| Iridium | 200g | 400g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Tuna
- Fish Taco ingredient
- Sashimi
- Quality fish pond
Did You Know?
Some tuna species like the bluefin can sell for millions of dollars at auction in real life.