How to Fish in Fortnite: Step-by-Step Guide

Fishing in Fortnite lets players catch consumable items that provide various benefits during gameplay. These fish were introduced in Chapter 2: Season 1 and can be consumed for different effects. Some restore health or shields, while others give special bonuses.

The fishing system includes multiple fish types with different rarities. Each fish provides specific effects that can help you during matches. Learning how to fish properly and understanding which fish to prioritize can improve your gameplay significantly. In this article, we'll explore how to fish in Fortnite and list all available fish with their rarity and what they do.

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How to Catch Fish in Fortnite

To catch fish in Fortnite, you need to get a fishing rod first. Fishing rods can be found near lakes and fishing spots, usually in barrels by the water. These barrels are located at various places around the map, normally near large bodies of water that serve as popular fishing spots.

Once you have your fishing rod, follow these steps to catch fish:

1. Equip your fishing rod

2. Find a fishing spot

3. Aim and cast your line directly over the fishing hole

4. Wait for a bite

5. Quickly press the shoot button or trigger again to reel in your catch

Fishing usually takes from approximately 1-10 seconds for a fish to pull on the bobber. Fishing in holes provides better loot, whereas calm water gives low-tier items. The fishing rod can be used as many times as you want without breaking.

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Types of Fish and What They Do

Currently, there are 16 different types of fish in Fortnite, with each one having a specific purpose. Fish serve various functions beyond basic healing. Some restore health or shields, while others provide unique buffs like increased movement speed.

Here's the complete list:

Item		Rarity	Description
	Small Fry	Common	Heals 15 HP, up to 75
	Flopper	Common	Heals 40 HP
	Snowy Flopper	Uncommon	Heals 40 HP. Gives brief Frozen Feet
	Stink Flopper	Uncommon	Heals 20 HP. Can be thrown to make a stink cloud
	Jellyfish	Rare	Heals 20 Effective Health
	Shieldfish	Rare	Heals 50 Shield
	Zero Point Floppers	Rare	Heals 15 HP. Gives a brief teleport ability
	Spicy Fish	Rare	Heals 15 HP. Gives a brief speed boost
	Cuddle Fish	Rare	Deals damage to an enemy when they walk near it
	Shadow Flopper	Rare	Heals 40 HP. Turns the player into a Shadow
	Slurpfish	Epic	Heals 40 Effective Health
	Rift Fish	Epic	Heals 15 HP. Spawns a Rift
	Hop Flopper	Epic	Heals 15 HP. Gives a low gravity effect
	Vendetta Flopper	Legendary	Heals 40 HP. Marks a nearby enemy
	Thermal Fish	Legendary	Heals 40 HP. Gives brief thermal vision
	Midas Flopper	Legendary	Heals 40 HP. Turns all inventory weapons to Legendary

Each fish type offers different advantages depending on your current situation in the match. Healing fish work best for early game recovery, while utility fish like thermal vision variants become more valuable during late game rotations.

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Final Words

Fishing in Fortnite gives you reliable healing, powerful buffs, and even legendary weapons. Find fishing rods near water, target the white ripples, and prioritize rare fish for the best effects. The 16 fish types offer solutions for every match situation, from basic healing to game-changing abilities like thermal vision.

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