Photo: Duane Raver, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service / Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)
Salmo trutta
Brown Trout
Freshwater
About this species
A wary, spotted trout of European origin now naturalized across the globe. Large specimens turn strongly piscivorous and hold in deep undercut banks. Dry flies at dusk and streamer patterns tempt the biggest fish.
Season
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Depth
0 – 12 m
Habitat Spots
StreamRiverLake
Fishing Methods
FlyLureFloat
Bait & Rig
Dry flies and nymphs for smaller stream fish; large streamers and live minnows tempt trophy specimens at dusk.
Edibility & Taste
Rich, firm pink flesh highly prized for its flavor, especially in wild fish from cold rivers.
Similar Species
Orange and red spots ringed with pale halos on a golden-brown body distinguish it from rainbow trout, which has only plain black spots.
Record Weight
20.1 kg