Scientific Lure
Everyday lureUsed on Volcano (Island 5) · $500
How to get it
- Buy it from the Volcano island shop after unlocking Island 5.
What the Scientific Lure catches
Stonefish
A regular How to Fish catch landed with Scientific Lure. The volcano island is the recommended or lure-unlock stop, not a universal location lock. Like every regular creature, it has a rare drip variant that counts toward Fishipedia.
Blobfish
A regular How to Fish catch landed with Scientific Lure. The volcano island is the recommended or lure-unlock stop, not a universal location lock. Like every regular creature, it has a rare drip variant that counts toward Fishipedia.
Anglerfish
A regular How to Fish catch landed with Scientific Lure. The volcano island is the recommended or lure-unlock stop, not a universal location lock. Like every regular creature, it has a rare drip variant that counts toward Fishipedia.
Oarfish
A regular How to Fish catch landed with Scientific Lure. The volcano island is the recommended or lure-unlock stop, not a universal location lock. Like every regular creature, it has a rare drip variant that counts toward Fishipedia.
Superdwarf Fish
A regular How to Fish catch landed with Scientific Lure. The volcano island is the recommended or lure-unlock stop, not a universal location lock. Like every regular creature, it has a rare drip variant that counts toward Fishipedia.
⚠️ Good to know
- At $500 per lure, plan your casts: the scientist's Fish Bucket quest requires five Volcano-native fish, which is exactly this pool.
- The Goblin Shark ignores this lure — it only answers the $5,800 Scientific Boss Lure.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get the Scientific Lure in How to Fish?
Buy it from the Volcano island shop after unlocking Island 5.
What does the Scientific Lure catch in How to Fish?
The Scientific Lure is used for: Stonefish, Blobfish, Anglerfish, Oarfish, Superdwarf Fish — on Volcano (Island 5).
How much does the Scientific Lure cost in How to Fish?
$500, per community price tables checked 2026-08-26.
Source notes
Catch pools and quest steps per the KeenGamer complete walkthrough; prices per the Nerd's Chalk lure comparison table. Both checked 2026-08-26. Unconfirmed prices are marked rather than estimated.