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South African striped mullet

Liza tricuspidens

Family
Mugilidae
Max Length
75 cm
Max Weight
3.1 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

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 Plastic

    Great for imitating small baitfish.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia Longcast #2Spinner

    Effective in clear water.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap 10Jerkbait

    Suspending action is very effective.

    Buy
  • Got-Cha E Series PlugPlug

    Great for casting into mullet schools.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 63SMinnow

    Slow retrieve in river.

    Buy

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.

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