Species guide
How to catch So-iuy mullet
Planiliza haematocheilus
freshwaterbrackishsaltwaterMugilidae
The So-iuy mullet is a medium-sized fish found in coastal and estuarine waters. It has a fusiform body and is euryhaline, thriving in fresh, brackish, and saltwater. This species primarily grazes on detritus, algae, and small bottom-dwelling organisms.
Where they live
Lives mainly in inlet and estuarine waters across Asia and Europe, tolerating fresh, brackish, and saltwater environments, typically found between 5 and 10 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 80 cm
What they eat
- detritus
- algae
- benthic animals
Best baits
- worms
- small shrimp
- plant-based baits
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- spoons
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light spinning
- float fishing
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