Silver mullet
Mugil curema
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live shrimp
Small to medium sized, hooked under the horn.
- Bloodworms
Effective when fished on a small hook.
- Sand fleas (Mole crabs)
Found on sandy beaches, excellent bait.
- Cut squid
Stays on the hook well, readily available.
- Small pieces of crab
Use small pieces to avoid attracting larger predators.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147-M10MinnowBuy
Great for mimicking small baitfish.
- Johnson Silver Minnow SpoonSpoonBuy
Weedless design for shallow, grassy areas.
- Gulp! Alive! Peeler CrabSoft PlasticBuy
Fish under a popping cork.
- Got-Cha PlugPlugBuy
Retrieve quickly near the surface.
- Heddon Zara SpookTopwaterBuy
Walk-the-dog action attracts strikes.
Techniques
Silver mullet are often found in schools near the surface; try chumming with bread crumbs to attract them to your fishing area.
Where to Find Silver mullet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Silver mullet?+
Popular baits for Silver mullet include Live shrimp, Bloodworms, Sand fleas (Mole crabs), Cut squid, Small pieces of crab. Tip: Silver mullet are often found in schools near the surface; try chumming with bread crumbs to attract them to your fishing area.
Where can I catch Silver mullet?+
Silver mullet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Québec, Canada. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Silver mullet get?+
Silver mullet (Mugil curema) can reach up to 91.0000026 cm in length and 0.68 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.