Where to Find Shark Needle in Subnautica 2

Shark Needle is a creature-sourced resource in Subnautica 2, obtained from certain shark-like creatures. With 27 known deposits across the map, it is relatively uncommon.

Why You Need Shark Needle

Shark Needle is used for:

• Specialty tools — Certain advanced tool recipes
• Medical supplies — First aid and medical equipment
• Research — Creature research scanning
• Crafting components — Specific advanced recipes

Where to Find Shark Needle

Shark Needle is collected from Needler Shark and Nibbler Shark encounters:

1. Creature hunting — Defeat Needler Sharks and Nibbler Sharks to collect their needles

• Needler Shark — 12 known spawn locations
• Nibbler Shark — 13 known spawn locations

2. Seabed drops — Occasionally found on the seabed near shark territories
3. Cave systems — Sharks frequent caves; check cave floors after encounters

Best Hunting Areas

Both shark species are most common in:

• Rocky areas — Transition zones between biomes
• Cave entrances — Sharks often patrol cave mouths
• Reef edges — Where coral meets open water
• Deep water columns — Mid-water hunting grounds

How to Farm Shark Needle

1. Locate Needler Shark or Nibbler Shark spawn areas
2. The creatures drop 1-2 Shark Needle when harvested
3. Use your Survival Multitool to collect from defeated creatures
4. Check the seabed in shark-populated areas for loose needles

Interactive Map

All Needler Shark and Nibbler Shark locations are marked on our interactive map. Enable Wildlife → Needler Shark or Nibbler Shark to find hunting grounds.

FAQ

Where to get Shark Needle in Subnautica 2?

Shark Needle is obtained from Needler Sharks and Nibbler Sharks. Defeat these creatures and harvest their remains.

What is Shark Needle used for?

Shark Needle is used for specialty tool crafting and medical supply production.

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