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Best months
January–December
Where
- Harbours & piers
- Estuaries
- Sandy beaches
Best time
- Daytime
Conditions
- Rising tide
- Calm sea
Usual size
30–60 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Float
- Bottom fishing
Baits
- Bread / paste
- Sea worms
The angler's tip
Wary feeders in harbours and estuaries: build a bread groundbait trail, then a small hook with bread paste and plenty of patience.
Easily confused with
Legal minimum size
| Country | Minimum size | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | ≥ 37 cm | Source Checked 2026-10-25 |
| Portugal | ≥ 20 cm | Source Checked 2026-10-23 |
Rules change. Check the official source before you keep a fish; this table is not legal advice.
About this fish
The striped mullet is an important food fish species in the mullet family Mugilidae. It is found in coastal temperate, subtropical, and tropical waters worldwide. Its length is typically 30 to 75 centimetres. It is known with numerous English names, including the flathead mullet, flathead grey mullet, striped mullet, black mullet, bully mullet, common mullet, grey mullet, sea mullet, and mullet.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Flathead grey mullet?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Daytime.
What bait or lure works for Flathead grey mullet?
Bread / paste, Sea worms · Float, Bottom fishing.
What is the legal minimum size of Flathead grey mullet?
Morocco: 37 cm; Portugal: 20 cm.
Related species
These are estimates, not guarantees. Always look at the sea yourself before going out, do not go alone and wear a life jacket.