Fisch · Fish

Xiphactinus

“Xiphactinus is a massive, fast predator from the Cretaceous, with sharp teeth, sleek body, and incredible hunting efficiency.”— in-game Bestiary description

UnusualC$156📍 Ancient Isle

Fish stats

Avg. sell value

C$156

C$ / kg

0.85

Weight range

150 kg – 420 kg

avg 200 kg

Base XP

135

By average value, Xiphactinus ranks #29 of 52 Unusual fish with a listed price.

Where and when to catch Xiphactinus

Location: Ancient Isle
Preferred bait: Fish Head
Time of day: Night
Weather: —
Season: Autumn, Winter

Xiphactinus guide

Xiphactinus is a heavy Unusual fish from Ancient Isle, and the wiki calls it a fast Cretaceous predator with sharp teeth and a sleek body. To hook one you need Fish Head bait, Night, and either Autumn or Winter, so it is a deliberate trip rather than something you stumble into.

Weight is its main trait: 150 kg minimum, 200 kg on average and up to 420 kg, ranking 197th of 663 by max weight. Value does not follow, because it sells at only C$0.85 per kg. An average catch brings C$156, ranking 526th of the 742 documented fish by average value. Base XP is 135.

The weight-to-value gap is the main point here. Acanthodii and Hyneria are the other Unusual fish in the same zone, and the zone also sells Krampus's Rod, Phoenix Rod and Stone Rod, so you can gear up on site. Go for Xiphactinus if you want the big catch for its size or to finish the Ancient Isle set. If you are fishing for coins, a lighter fish with a higher rate per kg will serve you better.

Average value × mutation multiplier