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Striped mullet

Mugil cephalus

Family
Mugilidae
Max Length
100 cm
Max Weight
8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
404

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Excellent all-around bait, use small to medium size.

  • Bloodworms

    Effective in estuaries and brackish water.

  • Sandworms

    Another great choice for saltwater flats.

  • Crabs (small)

    Juvenile crabs, hook through shell.

  • Bread

    Use white bread, rolled into small balls.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1140Minnow

    Great for mimicking baitfish schools.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap 10Jerkbait

    Erratic retrieve triggers strikes.

    Buy
  • DOA ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Fish slowly near bottom.

    Buy
  • Johnson Silver MinnowSpoon

    Weedless, great for grassy areas.

    Buy
  • Clouser MinnowFly

    Effective in clear shallow water.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a slow, steady retrieve when using lures, as mullet are not aggressive strikers; Chumming with bread can concentrate mullet in an area.

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Where to Find Striped mullet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Striped mullet?+

Popular baits for Striped mullet include Live Shrimp, Bloodworms, Sandworms, Crabs (small), Bread. Tip: Use a slow, steady retrieve when using lures, as mullet are not aggressive strikers; Chumming with bread can concentrate mullet in an area.

Where can I catch Striped mullet?+

Striped mullet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia; Florida, United States; Queensland, Australia. WikiCatch lists 404 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Striped mullet get?+

Striped mullet (Mugil cephalus) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 8 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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