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Silver mullet

Mugil curema

Family
Mugilidae
Max Length
91 cm
Max Weight
0.7 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

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-M10Minnow

    Great for mimicking small baitfish.

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  • Johnson Silver Minnow SpoonSpoon

    Weedless design for shallow, grassy areas.

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  • Gulp! Alive! Peeler CrabSoft Plastic

    Fish under a popping cork.

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  • Got-Cha PlugPlug

    Retrieve quickly near the surface.

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  • Heddon Zara SpookTopwater

    Walk-the-dog action attracts strikes.

    Buy

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.

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