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White 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

    Effective when drifting near mangroves.

  • Bloodworms

    Good choice when fishing in muddy areas.

  • Fiddler crabs

    Try around docks and pilings.

  • Sand fleas

    Excellent for surf fishing.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147Crankbait

    Retrieve with erratic twitching motion.

    Buy
  • Johnson Silver Minnow SpoonSpoon

    Weedless version for grassy areas.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Fish on a jighead near bottom.

    Buy
  • Clouser MinnowFly

    Effective in clear, shallow water.

    Buy
  • DOA ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Slowly jig near the bottom.

    Buy

Techniques

White mullet are often skittish, so use light line and a stealthy approach to avoid spooking them. Chumming with bread crumbs or similar can draw them in.

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Where to Find White mullet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for White mullet?+

Popular baits for White mullet include Live shrimp, Bloodworms, Fiddler crabs, Sand fleas, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147. Tip: White mullet are often skittish, so use light line and a stealthy approach to avoid spooking them. Chumming with bread crumbs or similar can draw them in.

Where can I catch White mullet?+

White mullet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Atlántida, Honduras; Virginia, United States. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do White mullet get?+

White mullet (Mugil curema) can reach up to 91.00000262260437 cm in length and 0.68 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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