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Yellow-eye mullet
Aldrichetta forsteri
Overview
Yellow-eye mullet, are small, near-shore fish found in temperate waters of southern Australia from just north of Sydney, New South Wales to Shark Bay in Western Australia, around Tasmania, and New Zealand. Others names are Coorong mullet, conmuri, estuary mullet, Forster's mullet, freshwater mullet, pilch, pilchard, Victor Harbor mullet, yelloweye and yellow-eyed mullet.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Maggots
Effective for attracting smaller fish.
- Beach worms
Dig fresh for best results.
- Bloodworms
A good all-around choice.
- Small prawns
Live prawns are highly effective.
- Sand Fleas (sand hoppers)
Try near sandy beaches.
Artificial Lures
Techniques
Use berley (ground bait) to attract Yellow-eye mullet to your fishing spot, improving your chances of a successful catch.
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Where to Find Yellow-eye mullet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Yellow-eye mullet?+
Popular baits for Yellow-eye mullet include Maggots, Beach worms, Bloodworms, Small prawns, Sand Fleas (sand hoppers). Tip: Use berley (ground bait) to attract Yellow-eye mullet to your fishing spot, improving your chances of a successful catch.
Where can I catch Yellow-eye mullet?+
Yellow-eye mullet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Victoria, Australia; South Australia, Australia; Tasmania, Australia. WikiCatch lists 150 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Yellow-eye mullet get?+
Yellow-eye mullet (Aldrichetta forsteri) can reach up to 50 cm in length and 0.95 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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