Golden Loach
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“Truly a prize, this bright-gold fish, though rare, can be found in rivers and lakes across Eorzea.
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— In-game description
Basic Information
- Recommended Fishing Level: 39
- Fish Type: Lakes
- Aquarium Type: None
- Sizes: Smallest - 18.9im, Largest - 39.5im
Description
Truly a prize, this bright-gold fish, though rare, can be found in rivers and lakes across Eorzea. Despite fishers believing otherwise, naturalists insist that the golden loach is not a separate species, but merely a normal loach born with a pigment deficiency in its scales.
Acquisition
Fishing Log: Bluefog
- Location: Northern Thanalan (x24,y25)
- Hole Level: 40
- Baits: Stem Borer, Glowworm
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Fishing Log: Daniffen Pass
- Location: Coerthas Central Highlands (x13,y23)
- Hole Level: 35
- Baits: Honey Worm, Wildfowl Fly, Spinner, Stem Borer, Mythril Spoon Lure, Level 44 Topwater Frog
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Fishing Log: Forgotten Springs
- Location: Southern Thanalan (x15,y31)
- Hole Level: 35
- Baits: Honey Worm
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Fishing Log: Proud Creek
- Location: North Shroud (x20,y20)
- Hole Level: 40
- Baits: Caddisfly Larva, Streamer
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Used For
Quests
| Quest | Type | Level | Quest Giver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rationally Speaking | 
|
40 | Voilinaut |
Desynthesis
Class: Culinarian
Potential Results:
- Fine Sand x1
- Yellow Pigment x1
- Allagan Bronze Piece x1
- Water Shard x1-3