The vibrant, sprawling world of Infinity Nikki is full of all manner of collectibles for players to discover and make use of. Searching high and low across Miraland is the key to finding all of the mysteries, currencies, and critters it holds, and some may be right under your nose. To maximize Nikki’s spectacular wardrobe and fulfill all of the objectives that come her way in Infinity Nikki, unlocking all collectible materials is as much of a priority as anything else in the game.
One such collectible that you definitely want to focus on is Bugs, and there are many to catch in the various regions of Miraland. To obtain them, you’ll need to know how to get Nikki’s bug-catching ability and of course exactly where to find each of them.
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How to Catch Bugs in Infinity Nikki
There are several abilities you can obtain in Infinity Nikki and one of them turns you into a certified bug catcher extraordinaire, adorable outfit included. There is no need to worry about missing it because you will unlock this outfit during Chapter One of the main story. Specifically, it’s an objective during the ‘Accident at the Clothing Shop’ quest that introduces you to Nonoy and requires you to obtain a Foodie Bee for shop repairs.
Once you’ve accepted the aforementioned quest, you’ll then need to unlock it on your Heart of Infinity grid with at least 2 Whimstars and 1,000 Bling in your inventory. This will give you the sketch for the outfit, which you can then view in your Sketches menu. For the Afternoon Shine outfit you’ll need the following items to craft it:
- Starlit Plum (gathered in the grasslands around Florawish)
- Floof Yarn (gathered from Floof animals using the Animal Grooming ability)
- Daisy (gathered in the grasslands around Florawish)
- Thread of Purity (obtained by completing quests, completing daily wishes, realm challenges, etc)
Once you have all of these items, choose ‘Select All’ on the Afternoon Shine outfit in your Sketches menu and then hit ‘Craft’ to make the outfit and unlock the bug-catching ability. This will be added to your Ability Wheel, which you can toggle at any time. Alongside it, you’ll find your other starter abilities such as Animal Grooming, Electrician, and Fishing which you obtain soon after.
To catch a bug in Infinity Nikki, first make sure you have the ability selected on your Ability Wheel, then press and hold the appropriate ‘Ability’ button. This will instantly change Nikki into her bug-catching outfit and give her a butterfly-shaped net to catch critters with. Approach the bug you want to catch and once the gold net icon appears over it, let go of the ability button and Nikki will swing her net pole and catch the bug, sending it to your inventory.
It will also increase your ‘Bug-Catching Insight’ meter, which you need to unlock additional accessory sketches and ability enhancements for Afternoon Shine on your Heart of Infinity grid. Additionally, some Whimstars in the open world take the form of a Whimflutter, or a butterfly-shaped Whimstar that you need your bug-catching ability for.
All Bug Locations in Infinity Nikki
There are a total of 17 bugs that you can find and gather in Infinity Nikki, and they’re scattered in various locations across Miraland. Some will be fluttering out in the open while others are more well hidden, and you need to know how to uncover them. Ultimately you should try to catch as many bugs as possible during your adventures through the main story, as they’re often a key part of Sketch recipes for rare outfit items.
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Bug Name |
Description |
Location |
|---|---|---|
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Foodie Bee |
A bustling bee often seen in flower bushes. Its sweet, vibrant colors make it a popular choice for children’s clothing. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods |
|
Socko |
A vibrant insect frequently found beneath Woolfruit Trees on sunny days. It converts fibers into a thick, high-quality yarn ideal for knitting. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow (sunny weather only) |
|
Weavespider |
A spider often found in ruins and isolated places. Weavespider silk is perfect for crafting warm and thick clothing like sweaters. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods (always found on spider webs) |
|
Chimecada |
An insect often found chirping on sturdy forest trees. A Chimecada’s abdomen can be made into an accessory that’s perfect for performance costumes. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow |
|
Pin Hopper |
A lively insect found in meadows. It is known for its astonishingly flexible legs, making it especially valuable for creating elastic clothing and accessories. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods, Memorial Mountains (easy to spot when hopping around in grassy areas) |
|
Blossom Beetle |
A lively insect found in Breezy Meadow. It carries a distinct floral fragrance around its abdomen, which adds a delightful scent to clothes and accessories. |
Breezy Meadow |
|
Knitmoth |
An insect frequenting the residential area at night. The intricate patterns on its wings, reminiscent of embroidery made with care, can be used on clothing that needs fine needlework. |
Florawish (night hours only), Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods |
|
Wiztle |
An insect found under wooden boxes in architectural ruins. With a horn shaped like a pointed hat, it adds elegance and beauty to headwear. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods (smash shaking boxes to reveal them; they will disappear if not caught in time) |
|
Pearl Wings |
A lively insect found near flowers. Their faintly glowing wings are perfect for crafting transparent, crystalline accessories. |
Memorial Mountains, Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods |
|
Glimmerdrop |
A nocturnal insect found all across Miraland. It possesses a glowing abdomen designed for seeking mates, making it ideal for crafting accessories as gifts for loved ones. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods (night hours only) |
|
Balletfly |
An insect that lives near water. Its delicate, transparent wings are perfect for crafting exquisite lace that adds a touch of grace to any ballroom attire. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods (favors ponds, lakes, and shorelines) |
|
Gogglebug |
An insect found near the water’s surface. The waterproof components in its eyes make it ideal for creating water-resistant clothing. |
Florawish, Breezy Meadow, Stoneville, Abandoned District, Wishing Woods (found around water areas) |
|
Scarf worm |
An insect found in Stonewoods. Resembling a wool scarf, it’s suitable for crafting warm, windproof wool fabric. |
Stoneville and Abandoned District |
|
Scarf moth |
An insect often found fluttering gracefully on top of the Stonetrees. Clothing made from its delicate wings allows the wearer to move with a similar lightness and ease. |
Stoneville and Abandoned District |
|
Bustlefly |
An insect found around a bullquet’s horns or near the ruins in Breezy Meadow. Its fibrous, lightweight abdomen is suitable for crafting garments with voluminous hemlines. |
Breezy Meadow |
|
Maskwing |
TBD |
Wishing Woods |
|
Mani beetle |
TBD |
Wishing Woods |
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