Hoverfish

Overview

The Hoverfish is a small, passive, herbivorous fauna species. It resides mainly in the Kelp Forest, where it slowly swims around the Creepvines or hovers above patches of seagrass.

Appearance

The Hoverfish has a teardrop-shaped body with six legs, three on each side. On its head are two black eyes, two small nostrils, and a broad mouth, resembling the face of a frog or toad. The legs each have a small, circular pad surrounded by a thin, transparent membrane along the edges.

The Hoverfish's body is mostly light green, except for its back, which features blue-white speckles. Its legs are pale turquoise and its pads are yellow. The dorsal speckles, along with its padded appendages, are capable of emitting bright bioluminescent glows.

Behavior

The Hoverfish aimlessly swims around and will flee if approached by the player or shark-classified fauna. Hoverfish are curious and will swim towards dead fauna and trap-classified fauna. They become less active at night, making them easier to catch.

Uses

Food & Water

Hoverfish can be consumed raw, cooked, or cured to restore hunger and hydration.

Raw Hoverfish

• Food: +8
• Water: -9

Cooked Hoverfish

Crafted using the Fabricator:

• Ingredients: Hoverfish ×1, Salt Deposit ×1
• Description: Firm, low-fat reptilian flesh.
• Food: +23
• Water: +3

Cured Hoverfish

Crafted using the Dehydrator:

• Ingredients: Hoverfish ×1
• Description: The crispy, salty legs are the highlight. Dehydrating, but keeps well.
• Food: +23
• Water: -2

Energy

Raw Hoverfish can be used as fuel in the Bioreactor.

• Energy Value: +350 Energy

Data Bank Entry

A small, cautious herbivore, commonly found in kelp-rich environments.

1. Charged Footpads: Six unique limb appendages feature charged pads capable of ionizing the surrounding water. The hoverfish uses this ability to maintain its position against the current as it feeds from kelp and lichen.

Assessment: Edible

Gallery

• Size comparison between a Hoverfish and the player
• A Hoverfish held in the player's hand at night
• A Hoverfish held in the player's hand during the day
• Closeup of the face
• Hoverfish in its natural habitat
• Concept art
• Model from Sketchfab

Trivia

• A message displayed by the PDA upon the player first acquiring a cooked Hoverfish suggests that the flavor of the meat leaves something to be desired.
• Hoverfish slightly resemble real-life water skimmers.
• Hoverfish appear to display a greater emotional range than most other fauna if watched closely while being held in the player's hand.