Lebranche mullet

Mugil liza · Mugilidae

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Best months

November–February

Where

  • Estuaries
  • Harbours & piers
  • Sandy beaches

Best time

  • Dawn
  • Daytime

Conditions

  • Calm sea

Usual size

25–60 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

Grazes detritus and algae, so it takes bread or paste, not fish: a light float rig in estuaries and harbours. The winter run along the southern Brazilian beaches (about May to August) is the season.

Legal minimum size

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About this fish

The Lebranche mullet or the liza is a species of saltwater fish in the family Mugilidae. It is found in the western Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea and is fished commercially.

From Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to catch Lebranche mullet?

The best months are November–February. Best time of the day: Dawn, Daytime.

What bait or lure works for Lebranche mullet?

Bread / paste, Sea worms · Float, Bottom fishing.

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.