Species guide
How to catch Sicklefin mullet
Neochelon falcipinnis
freshwaterbrackishsaltwaterMugilidae
The sicklefin mullet is a coastal fish found in marine, brackish, and freshwater environments. It has a streamlined body and grows up to about 41 cm long. This species feeds mainly on plankton and organic detritus.
Where they live
Found in shallow waters up to 25 meters deep along coasts, estuaries, and rivers in Africa and the Atlantic region.
Typical size
Up to about 41 cm
What they eat
- plankton
- detritus
- algae
- organic matter
- small fish scales
- bacteria
- fungi
Best baits
- worms
- small pieces of fish
- plant material
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- shallow-running plugs
- light spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- float fishing
- light spinning
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