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What Fishing does
Catch rate and size.
Full guide: fishing.
Fishing skill
Fishing is a survival skill in Project Zomboid. Catch rate and size. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.
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How to level it
Catch fish, check nets. TV and VHS.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XP for this level | 75 | 150 | 300 | 750 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 4,500 | 6,000 | 7,500 | 9,000 |
The table shows the XP each level costs for a normal skill. See skills for multipliers.
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Skill books
| Volume | Levels | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Vol 1 | 1 to 2 | Dean's Good Fishing Guide |
| Vol 2 | 3 to 4 | Fly Fishing, with JR Hartley |
| Vol 3 | 5 to 6 | Fresh and Saltwater Fishing |
| Vol 4 | 7 to 8 | Latest Rod and Net Techniques |
| Vol 5 | 9 to 10 | The Authoritative Kentucky Fishing Guide |
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Traits and occupations that start with it
| Occupation | Starting level |
|---|---|
| Fishing Guide | +3 |
| Trait | Change |
|---|---|
| Former Scout | +1 |
| Angler | +1 |
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Quick answers
What does Fishing do in Project Zomboid?
Catch rate and size.
How do you level Fishing fast?
Catch fish, check nets. TV and VHS.
Are there skill books for Fishing?
Yes, five volumes. Volume 1 is "Dean's Good Fishing Guide".
Figures come from our own skills table, which lists its sources. Your game is the final word: if it disagrees with us, tell us and we will fix the page.