Species guide
How to catch Surmullet
Mullus surmuletus
saltwatergame fishMullidae
The Surmullet is a striking red mullet found mainly in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. It is a coastal species known for its bright red color and striped appearance. This bottom-dwelling fish feeds mainly on crustaceans and small benthic creatures.
Where they live
Common near coastal waters in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, usually found between 5 and 100 meters deep on sandy or rocky seabeds. Prefers broken, rough grounds as well as soft bottoms.
Typical size
Most run 20–40 cm
What they eat
- shrimps
- amphipods
- polychaete worms
- mollusks
- small benthic fishes
- benthic crabs
Best baits
- fresh shrimp
- small cut fish
- squid strips
- crab pieces
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastic grub
- light metal spoons
- shrimp imitations
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- float fishing near bottom
- light jigging
- drift fishing
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