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With the release of Frontier Base Decor Pack DLC roleplayers and fishermen are pleased as punch in Rust. This is because now you can show off your trophies on your base as a decor. If you are new to fishing in Rust, it will take some getting used to. The reason for this is there are different fish species you can catch, and there are some tips you should know to catch them. Now let’s take a look at how to fish in Rust and how to use the new Fish Trophy item.
All Fish Species in Rust & Where To Catch Them
There are 9 different fish species in Rust that you can catch in this brutal world. As in the real world, Rust has freshwater fish, saltwater fish, and fish you can catch in deep water. If you’re not looking for a particular type of fish best location to fish is Fishing Villages for you.
Here are all the fish species in Rust and where to find them:
| Fish Name | Water Type |
| Anchovy | Fresh & Salt Water |
| Herring | Fresh & Salt Water |
| Salmon | Fresh & Salt Water |
| Sardine | Fresh & Salt Water |
| Small Trout | Deep Salt Water |
| Small Shark | Deep Salt Water |
| Orange Roughy | Deep Salt Water |
| Catfish | Fresh Water |
| Yellow Perch | Fresh Water |
How To Get (& Use) Fishing Rod in Rust
There are 3 different ways to get a Handmade Fishing Rod in Rust. The first way is to buy it from the Shop Keeper in Fishing Village for 80 Scrap. The second is to learn the blueprint and craft it with 2ft Rope and 200 Wood. The last and most preferred one is to get the quest called “Tackle the day” from the Fisherman and get a Fishing Rod in return.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to fish in Rust:
- Cast a fishing line
After you acquire a Fishing Rod, cast it into the sea and wait for the fish.
- Tire the fish
When the fish starts to flee left and right, follow the fish with the Fishing Rod and hold down the “S” key.
- Do not hold “S” too long
Release the “S” button as soon as you feel the line trembling or you will lose the fish. You should repeat these steps until you pull the fish out. Finally, when the fish is tired enough and approaches you, you will automatically catch the fish.
How To Use Fish Trophy Item
First things first, to use the Fish Trophy item and display the fish you catch you need the buy Frontier Base Decor Pack DLC for $12.99 in Rust. Then you will be able to craft the item in the game.
If you purchased the DLC, when you open the Crafting menu in the game, type Fish Trophy in the search, and you can craft this item for 75 Wood. Then place the item in the corner where you want to show off your fish and hold down “E” to place the fish in the empty socket.
If you need a video guide here is a great tutorial from Jffar:
