Category: Fish

This slow and steady pace does not spook the trout with any sudden unexpected movements. He has proven the technique to be very effective and often catches 10 or more trout using these small surface lures. River2Sea 35mm poppers work very well, however any small popper should be effective. What fish can you catch with […]

Since these lures were mainly targeting freshwater anglers, I decided to give it a try in the saltwater. Trout, snook, and redfish are willing to strike topwater lures just as much as bass do, so I figured they wouldn’t turn down this lure, the Whopper Plopper. Can you use Whopper Plopper for trout? So in […]

The flesh can have a very light colour but can range to a deep pink. Lake trout, like most other fish species, often contains some mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal contaminant (see Mercury fact sheet – http://www.hss.gov.nt.ca) that can build up in the organs and in the meat. LAKE TROUT IS GOOD FOR US! […]

The #I Mepps Aglia is an excellent choice for brown trout up to a foot long. For bigger fish try a #2 or #3 Aglia. Larger brown usually are found in deeper water, so it’s good to keep in mind that larger Aglias weigh more and they can be fished slower to run deeper. What […]

Rainbow trout, along with several other west-coast fish species, are susceptible to a parasitic copepod called Salmincola californiensis. The tiny, shrimplike parasites, which are about the size of a pencil eraser, attach to fishes’ gills, where they leave eggs and complete their life cycle. What are the common symptoms of copepods infestation in fish? A […]

The first few second of the fight are very important as the trout is fresh and strong and can easily break the line. Early in the fight you should err on the side of letting the fish run and avoid maximizing pressure on the fish. Often you have some free line coiled at your feet […]

Trout need cold water to survive. Cooler water temperature allows water to hold more oxygen. Forested areas along streams and rivers (known as “riparian areas”) provide shade and help to cool the water. Where do most trout live? streams and lakesTrout are usually found in cool (50–60 °F or 10–16 °C), clear streams and lakes, […]

According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website, trout recognize mealworms as an all-natural food source; their squirming movements make this larva irresistible to fish. An effective method to catch trout is to use a tiny float, and several mealworms on a sharp hook. Are meal worms good for trout? I always carry garden […]

They may be of a lesser extent than sea-trout, but they move up and down river and sometimes in and out of lakes at various times during their lives, for spawning, feeding and shelter. Salmon and sea trout both go to sea to feed and grow to adulthood, returning mostly to their natal rivers to […]

Yes, Trout have teeth. Large trout have strong jaws and can easily bite aggressively and draw blood. Smaller trout have teeth but usually small enough not to worry about. What type of fish have teeth? All fish have teeth. Specific types of swimmers—like goldfish—hide their pearly whites near the back of their throats. Similar to […]

All rainbow trout and steelhead occupy freshwater streams or lakes at some point in their lives. They use aquatic vegetation, boulders, and wood as protective cover. Where do most rainbow trout live? North Pacific OceanRainbow trout are considered native in the North Pacific Ocean and associated drainages from the Amur River in eastern Asia, north […]

The reality is that Trout are very fragile species of fish. Especially stockers. The odds of any cut bow stocker surviving a size 12 treble hook being swallowed and a line being cut or the hook ripped out its stomach is very low. If you see blood from stomach hook set the fish will die. […]

For a small trout facility to provide supplemental income, flow rates of approximately 350-500 gallons per minute would be required. Small scale, full time trout farming would require flow rates of 1,000-2,000 gallons per minute. How much water do you need for trout? Trout can be kept in backyard ponds if certain conditions are met. […]

Brook Trout have a distinctive wormlike pattern on their backs. They also have white edging along their lower fins, as well as the bottom of their tail. Brown Trout don’t have any of these things. How can you tell a female brown trout? Look at the mouth One of best ways to distinguish the sex […]

The majority of studies show there is no substantial mortality to fish exposed to air for less than 30 seconds. Some good ways to land trout quickly and return them to the river: Use good high-quality leaders and tippets. Do trout breathe air? Unlike land animals, which have lungs to take in oxygen from the […]

The reality is that Trout are very fragile species of fish. Especially stockers. The odds of any cut bow stocker surviving a size 12 treble hook being swallowed and a line being cut or the hook ripped out its stomach is very low. If you see blood from stomach hook set the fish will die. […]

The culinary appeal of rainbow trout is simple: The flesh is mild and tender, and the bones are few and easy to remove. The small, consistent size of farmed rainbows makes offering uniform portions a breeze. Whole or in fillets, this fish holds up well to a wide variety of recipes and techniques. What is […]

Trout spinners bring to the table the unique combination of flash, vibration, and a pulsating hackle that trumps just about any other lure type. Even better, spinners are easy to fish, they cast like a bullet and these lures are productive in large rivers, small streams, beaver ponds, and natural lakes. Why do spinners work […]

It might sound strange, but holding a fish upside down is actually the best way to keep it calm when outside of the water. Since the inverted motion prevents excessive flailing, it makes the process of removing the hook much easier, and will allow you to release the fish quicker. How do you handle large […]

Because they have an IQ of 4, they can only accomplish 1 task at a time. So if a trout is spawning, it won’t eat, and is very difficult to spook. And if a trout is spooked (fleeing from predators) it is not eating. What is the IQ of a fish? What is the IQ […]