Tag: Trout

Lake trout prefer to be in approximately 53 degree water. Their depth and eating habits will change with the weather. In the early spring and fall lake trout swim at a depth of between 35 and 45 feet (10.7 to 13.7m). Later in the spring and in the summer they move deeper to 50 to […]

Apart from eating their own, they also feed on other trout, which is not considered cannibalism, as these trout belong to other species. In fact, all kinds of smaller trout have been found in the stomachs of caught brown trout. How old is a 15 inch brown trout? Growth rates in lakes are typically faster, […]

However, when you combine lower flows with hot temperatures like we’ve had over the past several weeks, water temperatures rise to levels that can be dangerous for trout. As a general rule, trout are happiest when water temperatures are below 65ºF. Anytime water temperatures in moving water hit 67ºF, STOP FISHING. What months are the […]

The final element in trout vision is their ability to discern color. The eye of the trout can detect four spectrums of light: Red, Green, Blue, and Ultraviolet (this spectrum fades out at two years of age). What color can trout see best? The trout’s eye is also more sensitive to the red spectrum than […]

Monofilament lines are the best lines to use when fishing for trout using multiple methods and when using bait. The monofilament line is the most used fishing line by trout anglers and by trout guides. What pound line should I use for trout? A typical line to cast for trout would be 4-pound test. Consider […]

Feed the trout only once per day and feed first thing in the morning when the water temperature is coolest. It would be best to feed the trout 2-3 times per week or less until the water temperature decreases and the flow increases. How much food do you feed trout? A general rule of thumb […]

If you are trying to track and follow migrating fish, I think it is safe to assume the shoals will move approximately 7 miles every day. They also found that water temperature had a large influence on travel speed with most migrating occurring when the water temperature was between 65°F -72°F. What time of day […]

There are lots (and lots) of ways to fish for trout, but three of the easiest ways to fish for trout in lakes are: Suspending bait under a bobber. Start with a piece of worm or a little PowerBait or similar product on a bait hook. Should I use a bobber for trout? Is it […]

Go Deeper – Shy fish like to hang close to cover. When trying to tempt a strike from shy trout, we need to drift deep, dropping our flies close to snags and undercut banks and dredge the depths of the deepest pools where the trout like to take refuge. How do you catch trout easily? […]

According to most trout anglers, trophies measure at least thirty inches and/or weigh ten pounds or more. For the record, most thirty inch trout (at least in South Texas) weigh less than ten pounds. What’s the biggest speckled trout caught? 17 pounds, 7 ouncesThe International Game Fish Association All Tackle World Record spotted seatrout stands […]

range, trophies ranging from 35-42″, and some real monsters up to 49″ (that’s a 50 lb. lake trout)! Rivers, channels, and sand points offer excellent habitat in the spring with the trout descending into deeper holes as the summer progresses. What is the most prized trout? The Natives: Pacific Trout. These are among the most […]

What is this? Wild rainbow trout are relatively slow-growing fish, as it will take them about two years to reach a size of 4 to 6 inches and another two years to get to 10 to 12 inches. What is the growth rate of a rainbow trout? Growth rate. Trout can be expected to grow […]

3) Pond size and depth Generally, trout ponds should be 8 – 12 feet (2.4 – 3.6 meters) deep so that the fish can retreat to the cooler pond bottom whenever surface temperatures increase. How big of a pond do you need for rainbow trout? A one-acre pond with enough natural food to support 75 […]

Brown trout tend to be larger than other trout. The average size is 14 to 24 inches and 2 to 10 pounds. In Maryland, they tend to be somewhat smaller, averaging 12 to 14 inches. The US record is a brownie caught in Michigan in 2010 which weighed 41 pounds 7 ounces. How old is […]

spring. Conventional wisdom suggests that late spring is the best time to catch trout, especially if you’re looking for larger fish. The warmer it gets, the more fishing pressure from other anglers, the thicker the grass and brush surrounding their habitats and the lower the water levels. What month is best for trout? It’s also […]

Age and Growth Ranges of the Brook Trout Brook trout are a short-lived fish species with the maximum age typically being around five, and seldom does a brook trout live longer than eight years. What is the life cycle of a brook trout? Reproduction and Life Cycle The male fertilizes the eggs and then the […]

It takes 12 to 14 months for the trout to grow to legal size (7 inches). During this time, trout are fed three to five times per day, and they grow quickly. How old is a 20 inch rainbow trout? In less than two years, these farmed rainbow trout can reach a length of 20 […]

During low pressure, fish are going to be inactive. Additionally, heavy thunderstorms, one after another, will increase the water level too much, make it muddy, and impossible to fish. What weather is best for trout fishing? According to trout fishing and behavior expert Jay Ford Thurston, the most important factors to consider when to fish […]

Brook trout reach maturity in 2 to 3 years and live to about 6 years of age. Where are the largest brook trout in the world? Northern Ontario’s Superior Country has the reputation of being an incredible fishing destination. It could be argued that this reputation was officially established as of 1915 when the remarkable […]

For Brown Trout, the stock length is 8″, quality is 12″, preferred is 16″, memorable is 20″, and trophy is 24″. A trophy Brook Trout is 23 inches. Based on these categories, there are very few Brown Trout and almost no Brook Trout that are “trophies” in Wisconsin’s streams. What is the largest brook trout […]