Fantail mullet in Florida

Meet the species

Fantail mullet
Image credit: © diane rome peebles

Scientific name

Mugil gyrans

Overview

Coastal waters, occurring along beaches in the fall.

Typical size

Usually less than 1 pound

At a glance

Regions
Statewide gulf, statewide atlantic
Water
Saltwater

When to fish

More season details

Where to fish

Florida regions

Statewide gulf & statewide atlantic

Water

Saltwater

Habitat

Coastal waters, occurring along beaches in the fall.

More locations and access

Videos

Sources

Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.