Classification
- Species Class
- Fish
- Primary Biome
- Coral Reef
- Depth Range
- 5–80u
- Leviathan Class
- No
- Threat Level
- Harmless1/5
Subnautica 2 Waxmoon
Fish · Coral Reef · Subnautica 2 current build
Overview
A slow-moving disc-shaped reef fish covered in a thick waxy secretion that protects it from minor abrasion and chemical exposure. The Waxmoon is the primary prey species for most Coral Reef predators, meaning its presence in unusually high concentrations is a reliable inverse threat indicator — dense Waxmoon clusters often mean predators are also concentrated nearby.
Subnautica 2 Waxmoon — Behavior
Slow disc fish that does not flee readily. Congregates in groups. A dense, unusually still Waxmoon group often indicates a nearby predator waiting for an opportunity.
◉ Subnautica 2 Scan Data
Fish — waxy dermal secretion confirmed; chemical resistance to mild acids and abrasion. Post-adaptation: edible; moderate nutritional value. Behavioural note: dense Waxmoon concentrations statistically correlate with elevated nearby predator presence — use as passive threat proximity indicator.
⚡ Subnautica 2 Waxmoon — Survival Tips
- →Unusually dense and still Waxmoon groupings in an area are worth checking carefully with the Scanner — predators aggregate where their primary prey concentrates.
- →Edible post-adaptation; moderate nutrition, easy collection due to near-zero flight response.
