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Greenback mullet

Planiliza subviridis

Family
Mugilidae
Max Length
40 cm
Max Weight
1.9 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Maggots

    Effective for attracting mullet.

  • Bread

    Use white bread, lightly moistened.

  • Worms

    Earthworms or bloodworms work well.

  • Shrimp

    Small pieces of peeled shrimp.

  • Crab Meat

    Small pieces are appealing.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7Minnow

    Slow, erratic retrieve near the surface.

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  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small spinners attract attention.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 1 inchSoft Plastic

    Scent and action trigger strikes.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Foxtail #2Spinner

    Silver or gold colors work best.

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  • Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04Minnow

    Good for shallow water presentations.

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Techniques

Use a light line and small hooks, as Greenback mullet can be easily spooked; chumming the water with bread can also help attract them to your fishing spot.

Where to Find Greenback mullet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Greenback mullet?+

Popular baits for Greenback mullet include Maggots, Bread, Worms, Shrimp, Crab Meat. Tip: Use a light line and small hooks, as Greenback mullet can be easily spooked; chumming the water with bread can also help attract them to your fishing spot.

Where can I catch Greenback mullet?+

Greenback mullet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Eastern Cape, South Africa; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Greenback mullet get?+

Greenback mullet (Planiliza subviridis) can reach up to 40.0000006 cm in length and 1.9479 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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