Flathead Mullet

Habitat & layer

Estuaries, harbors and coasts; migrates south to spawn in winter.

Season

Famous during the winter mullet run; present along coasts year-round.

Identification

• Torpedo-shaped body, grey-blue back and silvery belly
• Slightly flattened head with fatty eyelids
• Faint longitudinal stripes on flanks

Common methods

• Float fishing
• Bottom fishing with a pole
• Algae-bait fishing

Baits & lures

• Green algae
• Bread
• Toast
• Dough bait

Similar species

• Grey mullet (juveniles)
• Other mullets

Rig

Small hooks and fine line with a sensitive float; strike gently for the small mouth.