Plan before you start
Check the item name first
Regular lure, boss lure and story bait can have similar names but different targets. Match the inventory label and route before casting.- Item type
- Bait
- Price
- $1
- Bite time
- 1–3 seconds
- Bait loss
- 40%
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Gameplay parameters
Pool share compares the targets available from this bait. It does not mean the creature has the same catch chance with another bait or on another island.
- Rod: Crab Fishing Rod
- Bite window: 1–3 seconds
- Loss chance on bite: 40%
- Reeling required: No
- Shop availability: Lighthouse, Forest Island, Desert Island, Rocks Island, Volcano Island
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Catch pool weights
This bait can hook 2 targets. The percentages below add up to the full catch pool for this bait.
- Rock Crab: weight 10; 76.92% pool share.
- Lobster: weight 3; 23.08% pool share.
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Where to buy it
Hot Dog is available from the Lighthouse bait shop for $1 and remains available in later island shops.
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When to use it
- Equip the Crab Fishing Rod.
- Use it for Rock Crab or Lobster in the opening route.
- Switch to the normal Fishing Rod and Beginner Lure for Piranha.
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Related creatures
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Island and rod routes
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Related achievements
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