{"id":17666,"date":"2026-01-21T08:14:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T08:14:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/?p=17666"},"modified":"2026-03-02T12:41:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T12:41:28","slug":"how-to-fish-in-rust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/how-to-fish-in-rust\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fish in Rust?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Fishing in Rust isn\u2019t just a fun little side activity. It\u2019s a legitimate way to stock up on food, materials, and even some rare finds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re like me and enjoy a balance between action and peaceful moments in the game, fishing can be a solid go-to. Plus, who doesn\u2019t like the idea of chilling near the water after a raid?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019m going to walk you through everything I\u2019ve learned about fishing in <em>Rust<\/em>, from the basics to some advanced tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\nh2 {\n   color: blue;\n}\n\nh3 {\n   color: purple;\n}\n\na {\n  color: #007BFF; \/* Bootstrap blue or change to any shade you like *\/\n  font-weight: bold;\n  text-decoration: none; \/* Optional: removes underline *\/\n}\n\narticle a:hover {\n  text-decoration: underline; \/* Optional: adds underline on hover *\/\n}\n\np {\ncolor: black;\n}\n\narticle ul,\narticle ol,\narticle li,\narticle table,\narticle tr,\narticle td,\narticle th {\n  color: black !important;\n}\n\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.8; max-width: 600px; margin: 20px auto; padding: 20px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"> <h2 id='table-of-contents'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" style=\"color: #0078d7;\">Table of Contents<\/h2> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-1-get-the-fishing-rod\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 1: Get the Fishing Rod <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-2-find-the-right-fishing-spot\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 2: Find the Right Fishing Spot <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-3-bait-your-hook\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 3: Bait Your Hook <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-4-casting-your-line\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 4: Casting Your Line <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-5-reel-it-in\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 5: Reel It In <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-6-what-you-can-catch\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 6: What You Can Catch <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-7-cooking-and-eating\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 7: Cooking and Eating <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#step-8-stay-safe-while-fishing\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Step 8: Stay Safe While Fishing <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#summary\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> Summary <\/a> <\/div> <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"> <a href=\"#faqs\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\"> FAQs <\/a> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-96cca089-57cb-4fdc-8811-5c664181032f\"><div class=\"ub-button-container ub-button-full-container\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/rust\/trade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ub-button-block-main  ub-button-full-width \" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #3a35fb; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #004798; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 10px;; border-top-right-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\"><strong>Trade Rust Skins at Tradeit.gg<\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id='step-1-get-the-fishing-rod'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-get-the-fishing-rod\">Step 1: Get the Fishing Rod<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01.webp\" alt=\"How to Fish in Rust\" class=\"wp-image-29628\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01.webp\" data-full-size=\"1920x1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01.webp 1920w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-Fish-in-Rust-01-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>First things first, you need a fishing rod. Crafting one is easy as long as you have the resources. To make the rod, you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; max-width: 600px; margin: 30px auto; font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: center;\"> <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background: #e3f2fd; padding: 20px; border-radius: 14px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"> <div style=\"font-size: 32px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83e\udeb5<\/div> <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Wood<\/strong> <p style=\"margin: 0;\">200 units needed<\/p> <\/div> <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background: #fff3e0; padding: 20px; border-radius: 14px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"> <div style=\"font-size: 32px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83e\uddf5<\/div> <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Cloth<\/strong> <p style=\"margin: 0;\">3 units needed<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The crafting process is super straightforward, just like with most items in Rust. Open up your crafting menu, find the fishing rod, and start crafting. It only takes a few seconds, so you\u2019ll be ready to fish in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-2-find-the-right-fishing-spot'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-find-the-right-fishing-spot\">Step 2: Find the Right Fishing Spot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019d think you could just fish anywhere there\u2019s water, right? Well, not exactly. I\u2019ve found that the best fishing spots are bodies of water like <strong>rivers, lakes, and the ocean shore<\/strong>. Ideally, you want to be somewhere quiet, without too much activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in a safe spot, especially near your base or an isolated river, you\u2019re golden. If not, I recommend staying low and using cover to avoid attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Fishing on a boat out in the ocean is also an option, and you\u2019re way less likely to run into trouble out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-3-bait-your-hook'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-bait-your-hook\">Step 3: Bait Your Hook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/playrust\/comments\/8b8hdl\/fishing_is_going_to_be_added_to_rust_soon\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01-1024x578.jpg\" alt=\"Fish in Rust\" class=\"wp-image-17732\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01.jpg\" data-full-size=\"1914x1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01-1024x578.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01-1536x867.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/yw5h7xkb83r01.jpg 1914w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via The Connor 110<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Fishing in Rust requires bait, and it\u2019s essential to choose the right kind to get the best results. Here are a few options for bait:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; max-width: 700px; margin: 30px auto; font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: center;\"> <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background: #e3f2fd; padding: 20px; border-radius: 14px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"> <div style=\"font-size: 32px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83d\udc1f<\/div> <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Raw Fish<\/strong> <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Once you catch your first fish, you can use it as bait for bigger and better fish.<\/p> <\/div> <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background: #fff3e0; padding: 20px; border-radius: 14px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"> <div style=\"font-size: 32px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83c\udf56<\/div> <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Meat<\/strong> <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Raw chicken, pork, or bear meat works, though the catch rate is lower.<\/p> <\/div> <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px); background: #e8f5e9; padding: 20px; border-radius: 14px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"> <div style=\"font-size: 32px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83d\udc1b<\/div> <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Insects<\/strong> <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Worms or grubs can also be used as bait for fishing.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve had the most success with raw fish, but when I\u2019m just getting started, I\u2019ll use whatever I have on hand. Simply right-click on your fishing rod, select \u201cBait,\u201d and drop your chosen bait onto the hook. You\u2019re ready to cast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-4-casting-your-line'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-casting-your-line\">Step 4: Casting Your Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Casting your line in Rust is as simple as aiming at the water and pressing the left mouse button. I\u2019ve found that holding down the button lets me cast further, but honestly, distance doesn\u2019t seem to make much of a difference for catching fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the line is cast, you\u2019ll see a bobber floating on the water\u2019s surface. Now, this part is crucial. Watch that bobber closely. When it starts to dip or move, it\u2019s your cue that a fish is nibbling on the bait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-5-reel-it-in'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-reel-it-in\">Step 5: Reel It In<\/h2>\n\n\n<div style=\"width: 100%; \" class=\"ub-advanced-video-container wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-ub-advanced-video\" id=\"ub-advanced-video-865ddfbf-fa34-4dca-a1c5-5063cdd2a5ae\"><div class=\"ub-advanced-video-embed ub-advanced-video-autofit-youtube\" style=\"box-shadow: 0px -0px 0px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 1); border-top: 0px solid ; border-left: 0px solid ; border-right: 0px solid ; border-bottom: 0px solid ; border-top-left-radius: 0px; border-top-right-radius: 0px; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px; --ub-advanced-video-aspect-ratio: 1280\/720; \"><iframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TKhmIJDDMlU\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now comes the fun (and sometimes tricky) part &#8211; reeling in the fish. When the bobber starts bouncing or sinking, <strong>hold the right mouse button<\/strong> to begin reeling in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key here is to keep a steady hand and watch your line tension. If the line goes slack, you\u2019ll lose the fish, but if you reel too aggressively, the line might snap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need to balance reeling with letting the fish fight a bit. I like to give the fish a couple of tugs, reel in some more, and repeat. It\u2019s a bit of a dance, but with practice, it becomes second nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-6-what-you-can-catch'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-6-what-you-can-catch\">Step 6: What You Can Catch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a good variety of fish you can catch in Rust, each offering different rewards. Here\u2019s a quick breakdown of what you might reel in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Fish Name<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Where Found<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Bait Requirement<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Notes \/ Uses<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Fishable<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Anchovy<\/td><td>All water types<\/td><td>Low bait<\/td><td>Common small fish, easy to catch.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Herring<\/td><td>All water types<\/td><td>Low bait<\/td><td>Common small oily fish; useful for basic fishing.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sardine<\/td><td>All water types<\/td><td>Low bait<\/td><td>Found in large schools; easy to catch and use.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minnows<\/td><td>Any water (fish traps)<\/td><td>Very low bait<\/td><td>Lowest-tier fish, often caught with traps.<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f No (trap-only)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Small Trout<\/td><td>Oceans &amp; Underwater Labs<\/td><td>Mid bait<\/td><td>Standard fish, good food source and mission progress.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Yellow Perch<\/td><td>Rivers &amp; Swamps<\/td><td>Mid bait<\/td><td>Freshwater fish found in rivers, swamps.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Salmon<\/td><td>All water types<\/td><td>High bait<\/td><td>Larger fish with good value and nutrition.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Catfish<\/td><td>Rivers &amp; Swamps<\/td><td>High bait<\/td><td>Large freshwater fish with high scrap value.<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Small Shark<\/td><td>Ocean &amp; Underwater Labs<\/td><td>High bait<\/td><td>One of the rarer catches, valuable.<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Rare \/ difficult<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Orange Roughy<\/td><td>Underwater Labs<\/td><td>High bait<\/td><td>Rare deep-sea fish, high value and can contain special loot.<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Loot-only \/ rare<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-7-cooking-and-eating'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-7-cooking-and-eating\">Step 7: Cooking and Eating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve caught a few fish, it\u2019s time to cook them. You can use a <strong>campfire<\/strong> or <strong>barbecue<\/strong> to grill them up. Just drag the raw fish onto the cooking slot and wait a minute or two until they\u2019re done. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooked fish restore a decent amount of health and hunger, so they\u2019re perfect for stocking up your inventory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> You can also sell fish at the <strong>Fishing Village Outpost<\/strong> for scrap, which is great if you\u2019re low on resources and need a quick boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='step-8-stay-safe-while-fishing'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-8-stay-safe-while-fishing\">Step 8: Stay Safe While Fishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is Rust, so no activity is ever truly safe, not even fishing. If I\u2019m near a river or lake close to other players, I always stay on alert. It\u2019s best to fish in quieter areas of the map, away from high-traffic zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fishing at night<\/strong> can also be a good strategy to avoid detection, especially if you keep your fire hidden and limit your visibility. Just make sure to bring enough resources to stay warm, or you\u2019ll end up freezing before you catch anything worth keeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='summary'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-is-fishing-worth-it\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ll be real. Fishing in Rust isn\u2019t the fastest way to gather food or resources, but it\u2019s a chill, low-risk method when you need a break from the more intense aspects of the game. Plus, you never know when you\u2019ll reel in something rare.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-96cca089-57cb-4fdc-8811-5c664181032f\"><div class=\"ub-button-container ub-button-full-container\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/rust\/trade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ub-button-block-main  ub-button-full-width \" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #3a35fb; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #004798; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 10px;; border-top-right-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\"><strong>Trade Rust Skins at Tradeit.gg<\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id='faqs'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='what-equipment-do-i-need-to-start-fishing-in-rust'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">What equipment do I need to start fishing in Rust?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>To fish in Rust, you need either a <strong>Fishing Rod<\/strong> (crafted from wood and cloth) or a <strong>Handmade Fishing Spear<\/strong>. Using bait can increase your catch rate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='where-are-the-best-places-to-fish-in-rust'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Where are the best places to fish in Rust?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Look for <strong>rivers, lakes, and the ocean<\/strong>. Coastal areas often yield more fish, while rivers and lakes provide easier access for beginners.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='how-do-i-use-a-fishing-rod-effectively'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">How do I use a fishing rod effectively?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Cast the rod into the water, wait for a bite, and <strong>react quickly when the bobber dips<\/strong>. Patience is key. Pulling too early will result in a failed catch.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='can-i-catch-different-types-of-fish-in-rust'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Can I catch different types of fish in Rust?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Yes. You can catch <strong>salmon, tuna, carp, and more<\/strong>. Some fish are rarer and provide better food value or crafting materials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='is-fishing-in-rust-safe-from-players-or-animals'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Is fishing in Rust safe from players or animals?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Fishing can be <strong>risky in PvP areas<\/strong>. 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