How to Use the FishBase MCP in Cline
Build marine research dashboards in Cline by querying FishBase directly from your VS Code sidebar.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect FishBase MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect FishBase to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Automate common name lookups in Cline
Tell Cline to find species data and it executes the request. The `list_comnames` tool handles the pagination so you get the full set of records. Cline imports the data into your project files. It handles the formatting logic so you don't have to write custom parsing scripts.
Query technical specs via Cline
Need to understand a specific table? Call `get_docs_by_table` to pull the schema definitions directly into your editor. Cline parses these docs to generate code that matches the database structure. It turns raw documentation into functional, type-safe code.
Monitor FishBase uptime in Cline
Integrate `get_heartbeat` into your custom coding scripts. Cline checks the connection before it starts writing your data processing functions. This prevents the agent from attempting to write code against a dead endpoint. It keeps your development cycle clean and error-free.
Set up FishBase MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
- 2
Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
fishbase-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
- 4
Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest FishBase refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"fishbase-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by FishBase. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about FishBase MCP in Cline
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