Flopper in Fortnite: What It Heals, Where to Catch It, and Every Variant
The Flopper in Fortnite heals 40 health in one second and stacks to four. Where to catch it with a Fishing Rod, and every Flopper variant as of v43.00.
The Flopper is an orange fish consumable in Fortnite that restores 40 health in one second and stacks up to four in a slot, according to Epic’s own Creative documentation. You catch it with a Fishing Rod, best at bubbling fishing holes. As of November 2, 2026 (the Treasure Hunters mini-season, update v43.00), the Fortnite Wiki lists both the Flopper and the Legendary Midas Flopper as obtainable in Battle Royale, and Epic’s v43.00 update notes unvaulted Shield Fish, Jellyfish, Slurpfish, Hop Flopper and Spicy Fish.
It’s one of the fastest heals in the game. Here’s how to get the most out of it.
What does a Flopper do in Fortnite?
Eat it, get 40 health back, almost instantly. Epic’s Creative documentation describes it as restoring 40 points of damaged health, with a one-second use time and stacks of four. It heals health only, not shields, and it only works when you’re missing health.
Flopper vs Bandages: the healing-speed math
Speed is the Flopper’s whole case. Bandages heal 15 health over 3.5 seconds and stop at 75, per the Fortnite Wiki. That’s about 4.3 health per second. A Flopper does 40 in one second, so it restores health about nine times faster per second of animation.
Worked example: you’re at 1 health after a fight. Three Floppers take you to 100 in roughly three seconds of eating, plus weapon swaps. Bandages would need five uses, about 17.5 seconds, just to reach the 75 cap, and couldn’t go further. A full stack of four Floppers holds 160 health of healing, more than a full refill, which is why one stack is plenty for most fights.
Our take: grab a stack early, save Medkits for when you can hide, and use Floppers mid-fight when a one-second window is all you get.
How to catch a Flopper in Fortnite
Fishing is simple once you have a rod. The Fortnite Wiki’s Fishing Hole page lists the Flopper as common fishing-hole loot, with rarer fish such as the Midas Flopper in the same pool.
Here’s the routine:
- Find a Fishing Rod. Rods usually come from fishing barrels near water.
- Look for a fishing hole: a bubbling, circular patch of water. Per the Fortnite Wiki, fishing a hole gives higher-tier loot than casting into calm water, which mostly gives low-tier items.
- Cast, then wait for the bobber to sink. Press attack right then to reel in.
- Stay close while you wait. Walk too far and the line breaks.
Treasure Hunters adds a shortcut. Epic’s v43.00 update notes say the Lil’ Squibbly Sprite lets you jump into fishing holes to catch fish and grab bonus loot. Crossbones Isle is a brand-new 80-player map, so last season’s fishing spots don’t carry over.
Every Flopper and fish variant
“Flopper” also names a family of fish with extra effects. Values below are from the Fortnite Wiki’s fish and consumables pages; not every fish is in every season’s loot pool.
| Fish | Heals | Extra effect |
|---|---|---|
| Flopper | 40 health | None; stacks to 4 |
| Slurpfish | 40 health and/or shield | Fills whichever you’re missing |
| Shield Fish | 40 shield | Shield only |
| Midas Flopper | 40 health | Upgrades your weapons to Legendary |
| Vendetta Flopper | 40 health | Marks nearby enemies |
| Snowy Flopper | 40 health | Icy feet (you slide) |
| Hop Flopper | 15 health | Temporary low gravity |
| Spicy Fish | 15 health | Temporary speed boost |
Of these, Hop Flopper, Spicy Fish, Slurpfish and Shield Fish are the ones Epic’s v43.00 notes list as unvaulted for Treasure Hunters, and the Midas Flopper has been back since v42.00. The Fortnite Wiki lists the Vendetta Flopper as vaulted, and the Snowy Flopper is an older seasonal fish; don’t expect either unless Epic brings it back.
Is the Midas Flopper worth hunting?
Yes, if you catch one, eat it. The Midas Flopper heals 40 health like a normal Flopper and turns the weapons in your inventory Legendary, according to the Fortnite Wiki, which dates it to Chapter 2 Season 4. It’s a rare catch (a 1% chance, and only with a Pro Fishing Rod, per the wiki), so don’t burn a whole match chasing it. Fish when the storm gives you time, and treat a Midas Flopper as a bonus, not a plan.
Floppers in Creative and LEGO Fortnite
Floppers aren’t limited to Battle Royale. Epic’s Creative documentation lists the Flopper, Snowy Flopper, Shadow Flopper, Vendetta Flopper and Midas Flopper as items island makers can place, which is why you’ll see them in fan-made maps. In LEGO Fortnite, the Fortnite Wiki lists the Flopper as an ingredient in the Flying Fish Sandwich, cooked with cheese.
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FAQ
Is a Flopper better than a Medkit in Fortnite?
For speed, yes. A Flopper gives 40 health in one second, while a Med Kit restores up to 100 health over about 10 seconds. In an active fight the Flopper wins because you’re exposed for less time. When you’re safe behind cover with low health, the Medkit’s bigger refill is the better use of a slot.
Can you eat a Flopper at full health?
No. Epic’s Creative documentation says the Flopper restores damaged health, so it only works when you’re missing health. It doesn’t touch shields either. If you’re at full health but down on shield, you want a Shield Fish or Slurpfish instead, both of which returned with the v43.00 update, per Epic’s notes.
What’s the rarest fish in Fortnite?
Right now, the Midas Flopper. The Fortnite Wiki gives it a 1% catch chance, only with a Pro Fishing Rod, and lists it in the Battle Royale pool as of November 2026. The Vendetta Flopper has the same 1% odds but is vaulted, so you can’t catch one this season.
Find a rod, find the bubbles, fill the stack. Four fish, one second each, and you’re back in the fight.
Cassia Fenwick
Cassia Fenwick is a staff writer at Console Alley, covering console gaming from the latest hardware questions to the games players return to for years. Her work moves across news, practical guides, reviews, gaming gear, and the wider culture around games. Whether she is breaking down a new console feature or explaining a mechanic in a familiar favorite, she writes with a straightforward goal: help readers understand what matters and what to do next. She pays particular attention to the small details that shape the playing experience. A controller compatibility rule, a battery-life setting, a difficult-to-find resource, or a change introduced by a game update can make the difference between a frustrating evening and a rewarding one. Her published coverage includes Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 questions, Terraria, Stardew Valley, and The Sims 4, with explanations that welcome readers who may be discovering a game for the first time or returning after time away. Cassia's style is clear, patient, and grounded in practical examples. Rather than assuming readers already know the terminology, she begins with the question at hand, adds the context that genuinely helps, and keeps instructions easy to follow. She is interested not only in how a feature works, but also why its design matters—especially when a small interaction, interface decision, or unexpected mechanic changes how a game feels. Outside her gaming coverage, Cassia enjoys colorful postcards, making books, and noticing the shapes, colors, and details built into everyday objects. That curiosity carries naturally into her writing, where overlooked features and thoughtful design can provide a fresh way to look at a game. Her aim is for every article to be useful on its own: approachable enough for a newcomer, specific enough for someone looking for a quick answer, and enjoyable enough to leave readers with something new to explore.
