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
- Boss lure
- Price
- $5,800
- Bite time
- 0.75–1.5 seconds
- Bait loss
- 100%
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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: Fishing Rod
- Bite window: 0.75–1.5 seconds
- Loss chance on bite: 100%
- Reeling required: Yes
- Shop availability: Volcano Island
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Catch pool weights
This bait can hook 1 target. The percentages below add up to the full catch pool for this bait.
- Goblin Shark: weight 10; 100% pool share.
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Where to buy it
The Volcano Island bait shop sells Scientific Boss Lure for $5,800.
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Before buying it
- Check whether Goblin Shark is still missing from your creature list.
- Equip the Fishing Rod.
- The lure is lost when the target takes it.
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Related creatures
Fish and encounters that use this item or equipment.
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Island and rod routes
Where this entry is used and which rod is paired with it.
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Bosses and quests
Where this item or equipment appears in the route.
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Related achievements
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