Overview#
Aquaculture 2 expands the fishing system in Minecraft with over 30 new fish to catch, either with a rod or found swimming in the wild. It introduces a series of new rods which allow for the equipment of hooks, bait, and cosmetic modifications. Each biome type—including modded biomes—features unique fish species. Caught fish can be processed into fish fillets, providing a sustainable food source, while rare loot like the fabled Neptunium gear can be discovered in the depths.
Fishing Rods & Customization#
Aquaculture 2 adds four tiers of fishing rods that offer significantly higher durability and customization compared to the vanilla rod. While the vanilla rod still works, only Aquaculture rods can be modified in the Tackle Box.
Rod Tiers
| Rod Type | Recipe | Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Fishing Rod | 1 Stick, 2 Iron Ingots, 2 String | Basic upgrade; high durability. |
| Gold Fishing Rod | 1 Stick, 2 Gold Ingots, 2 String | Lower durability but higher luck. |
| Diamond Fishing Rod | 1 Stick, 2 Diamonds, 2 String | Extreme durability for long sessions. |
| Neptunium Fishing Rod | 1 Stick, 2 Neptunium Ingots, 2 String | Unbreakable; fish bite significantly faster. |
Customization Items
Using a Tackle Box, players can apply the following to their rods:
- Hooks: Add functional buffs like increased luck or double catches.
- Bait: Increases the speed at which fish bite.
- Fishing Line: Purely cosmetic; can be dyed any color.
- Bobber: Purely cosmetic; can be dyed any color.
Hooks & Bait#
Hooks are powerful modifiers crafted using an Iron Hook (4 Iron Nuggets in a 'U' shape) as a base.
Hook Types
| Hook | Recipe | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Hook | 4 Iron Nuggets | 20% chance to not consume bait durability. |
| Gold Hook | Iron Hook + 4 Gold Nuggets | Increases fishing luck. |
| Diamond Hook | Iron Hook + 4 Diamonds | 50% chance to not consume bait durability. |
| Light Hook | Iron Hook + 4 Feathers | Increases casting distance. |
| Heavy Hook | Iron Hook + 4 Iron Nuggets | Decreases casting distance. |
| Double Hook | 2 Iron Hooks | Chance to catch two items at once. |
| Redstone Hook | Iron Hook + 4 Redstone | Increases the time window to reel in a fish. |
| Note Hook | Iron Hook + 1 Note Block | Plays a sound when a fish is approaching. |
| Nether Star Hook | Diamond Hook + 1 Nether Star | 50% bait preservation and massive luck bonus. |
Bait Types
Bait is consumed upon catching a fish. It can be stored and applied via the Tackle Box.
- Worms: 20 uses. Obtained from a Worm Farm.
- Leeches: 35 uses. Caught while fishing in Swamp biomes.
- Minnows: 50 uses. Caught while fishing in Freshwater biomes.
Fish Species & Biomes#
Fish are biome-specific. If fishing in a modded biome, the mod defaults to the Freshwater loot table unless specified otherwise.
Freshwater (Forest, Plains, Mountains)
- Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Brown Trout, Carp, Catfish, Gar, Minnow, Muskellunge, Perch.
Arid (Desert, Savanna)
- Bayad, Boulti (Nile Tilapia), Capitaine (Nile Perch), Synodontis.
Arctic (Snowy Biomes, Cold Oceans)
- Atlantic Cod, Blackfish, Pacific Halibut, Atlantic Halibut, Atlantic Herring, Pink Salmon, Pollock, Rainbow Trout.
- Note: Pink Salmon also spawn in cold rivers.
Saltwater (Oceans, Beaches)
- Jellyfish, Red Grouper, Tuna.
Jungle
- Arapaima, Arrau Turtle, Piranha, Tambaqui.
Swamp (Brackish)
- Leech, Box Turtle.
Mushroom Island
- Red Shrooma: Yields Red Mushrooms when processed.
- Brown Shrooma: Yields Brown Mushrooms when processed.
Special Fish
- Goldfish: Found in any biome. Can be crafted into a Gold Nugget.
- Starshell Turtle: Only found if the Twilight Forest mod is installed.
Neptunium Gear#
Neptunium is a legendary material found within Neptune's Bounty chests. It is slightly stronger than Netherite and grants unique underwater abilities.
Neptunium Armor
| Piece | Ability Name | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Helmet | Neptune's Gaze | Grants infinite Night Vision while underwater. |
| Chestplate | Neptune's Lungs | Grants infinite Water Breathing. |
| Leggings | Neptune's Weight | Allows the player to sink and walk normally underwater. |
| Boots | Neptune's Swiftness | Significantly increases swim speed. |
Neptunium Tools & Weapons
- Pickaxe & Shovel: No mining speed penalty while underwater.
- Sword & Axe: Deals increased damage to aquatic mobs.
- Bow: Arrows travel through water without losing velocity or trajectory.
- Hoe: Tilled farmland remains permanently hydrated (moist).
- Fillet Knife: Unbreakable and yields the maximum amount of fish fillets.
Blocks & Mechanics#
Functional Blocks
- Tackle Box: Crafted with 5 Iron Ingots, 1 Chest, 1 Iron Block, and 2 Kelp (or Algae/Green Dye). Used to customize fishing rods.
- Worm Farm: Crafted with 3 Planks, 4 Fences, and 1 Dirt. Functions like a composter; fill it with organic matter to produce Worms.
- Fish Mount: Crafted with 1 Iron Hook and 5 Wooden Buttons. Used to display caught fish on walls. It shows the fish's name and weight when looked at.
Processing Fish
Fish can be turned into Raw Fish Fillets using a Fillet Knife. The number of fillets depends on the fish's weight and the quality of the knife.
- Fillet Knife Recipe: 1 Stick + 2 Materials (Wood, Stone, Iron, Gold, Diamond, or Neptunium).
- Cooking: Raw Fish Fillets can be cooked in a furnace to create Cooked Fish Fillets, which restore 2.5 hunger bars.
Loot & Treasures
While fishing, players may catch items other than fish:
- Neptune's Bounty: A legendary chest containing Neptunium ingots or gear.
- Message in a Bottle: Right-click to read a humorous or mysterious message.
- Driftwood: Can be crafted into 4 Oak Planks.
- Tin Can: Can be smelted into 7 Iron Nuggets.
- Algae & Seaweed: Edible items found in Freshwater and Saltwater respectively.
