South African striped mullet
Liza tricuspidens
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Bloodworms
Highly effective, especially in estuaries.
- Earthworms
Good all-around bait; easy to find.
- Prawns
Can be fished whole or in pieces.
- Red Bait
Effective bottom fishing bait
- Pilchards
Can be used as is or in chum.
Artificial Lures
- Strike King Mr. Crappie ShadpoleSoft PlasticBuy
Great for imitating small baitfish.
- Mepps Aglia Longcast #2SpinnerBuy
Effective in clear water.
- Rapala X-Rap 10JerkbaitBuy
Suspending action is very effective.
- Got-Cha E Series PlugPlugBuy
Great for casting into mullet schools.
- Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 63SMinnowBuy
Slow retrieve in river.
Techniques
Use a very light wire hook when fishing with live bait to increase hookup rates; mullet can be finicky.
Where to Find South African striped mullet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for South African striped mullet?+
Popular baits for South African striped mullet include Bloodworms, Earthworms, Prawns, Red Bait, Pilchards. Tip: Use a very light wire hook when fishing with live bait to increase hookup rates; mullet can be finicky.
Where can I catch South African striped mullet?+
South African striped mullet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do South African striped mullet get?+
South African striped mullet (Liza tricuspidens) can reach up to 75 cm in length and 3.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.